Taizan-sen Standard 120×120cm

Handmade Gasen Paper suitable for general Kanji writing. It features moderate bleeding and a powerful black color.
Suitable for final drafts and creative work, it can also be used for public exhibitions.
This paper is characterized by the inclusion of chalk powder (gofun) in its raw materials. Its soft texture and beautiful white color create a beautiful, high-quality paper that produces a clear black color when inked.
The softness of this paper allows for a smooth writing experience.
When ink is first applied, it will bleed, but the bleeding will stop after a certain point, preventing excessive bleeding.
Thick ink allows for a rubbing effect, and by increasing the amount of water, it is possible to create a more smeared effect. With a smooth brush stroke and minimal bleeding, this paper is recommended for thick ink rather than light ink.
This has been a long-selling product that has been popular since its release. It is ideal for final drafts and creative work, and can also be used for public exhibitions.
Another feature is its excellent ink penetration yet minimal bleeding.
We offer a wide range of paper thicknesses (regular, medium, and heavy) and sizes, from half-sheet to exhibition-ready.
*Gofun: Made from ground shells. Thick shells such as oysters and clams are highly prized for their ability to be easily ground into powder, but other shells are also widely used.

Differences in Expression Depending on Thickness

Normal-thick paper allows the ink to spread easily horizontally, requiring less ink, allowing for lighter brush strokes.
It is also more prone to bleeding than thick paper.
If you want to avoid bleeding, choose thicker paper.
To minimize bleeding, you can increase the ink concentration.

Thick paper allows the ink to penetrate deeper into the paper, resulting in less bleeding and a sense of depth in the ink color.
Thick paper requires more ink, and because it has less bleeding, it is easier to create rubbing effects.
If you want to avoid rubbing, choose normal-thick paper.

Taizansen paper comes in three thicknesses: regular, medium, and thick. We encourage you to try them out and compare the benefits of each.