{"product_id":"japanese-sumi-ink-stick-c53","title":"Japanese Sumi Ink Stick Vtg Black Soot Calligraphy Tool Shodo Shuji Kanji C53","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese Ink Stick Sumi Black Ink\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a Japanese vintage ink stick for calligraphy. It is black, with gold inscriptions on one side and a foliage design on the other. To make ink, grind it with some drops of water on a suzuri-type ink stone.\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\u003eItem weight: 40 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 200 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 10.6 cm long x 2.6 cm wide x 1.2 cm thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Used. Covered in ink on top and bottom. Golden color for inscriptions\/design has faded. 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":42431930794019,"sku":"C53-sumi","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260520_142322.jpg?v=1779254612","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-sumi-ink-stick-c53","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}