Calligraphy (Shodo) develops skill in writing Japanese characters with a brush and sumi, or dark Japanese or India ink.  It is regarded as an art as well as a means of communication.  The characters take on beauty only when they are written with harmony of mind and body. Painting (Sumi-e) refers to specific images painted with sumi ink, usually in black or monochromatic colors. Calligraphy and Painting Supplies: Washi Accents carries a complete range of materials for Japanese and Chinese calligraphy as well as supplies for Sumi-e - Japanese Brush Painting.

Japanese Orthodox Calligraphy Brush

A resilient, sharp point set in bamboo makes this excellent for calligraphy or Sumi drawing. Made with superior quality horse hair, badger hair, and sheep wool. hair.