{"product_id":"japanese-sumi-ink-stick-c52","title":"Japanese Sumi Ink Stick Vtg Black Soot Calligraphy Tool Shodo Shuji Kanji C52","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese Ink Stick Sumi Black Ink W\/ Wooden Box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a Japanese vintage ink stick for calligraphy. It is black, with white inscriptions on the front and on the back. To make ink, grind it with some drops of water on a suzuri-type ink stone. It comes with the original wood case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome characters: 手向山八幡宮 Tamukeyama Hachiman Shrine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 49 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 250 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox approx. 11.4 cm long x 7 cm wide x 1.7 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStick approx. 10 cm long x 2.8 cm wide x 1.1 cm thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcquired from a friend's home in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping: \u003c\/b\u003eWe ship worldwide by Japan Post. Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/b\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arts \u0026 Decoration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42431929647139,"sku":"C52-sumi","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260520_141332.jpg?v=1779254026","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-sumi-ink-stick-c52","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}