{"product_id":"japanese-sumi-ink-stick-c54","title":"Japanese Sumi Ink Stick Vtg Black Soot Calligraphy Tool Shodo Shuji Kanji C54","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese Ink Stick Sumi Black Ink W\/ Box\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 blue ones on the other. To make ink, grind it with some drops of water on a suzuri-type ink stone. This ink stick comes in its original paper box.\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: 古梅園 Kobaien\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 18 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 200 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 8.4 cm long x 2.6 cm wide x 1.8 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStick approx. 6.7 cm long x 1.7 cm wide x 0.9 cm thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Used. Bottom part of the stick has been used and is missing. Marks. Ink stains and marks on paper box. 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":42431932366883,"sku":"C54-sumi","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260520_143435.jpg?v=1779255291","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-sumi-ink-stick-c54","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}