Enjoy the refined art of Japanese calligraphy with this elegant Echizen lacquerware calligraphy set, presented in a compact black suzuribako inkstone box decorated with a traditional dragonfly motif. Designed as a practical calligraphy set for adults, it is ideal for fine brush writing, copying Buddhist sutras, writing letters, and practicing Japanese calligraphy at home or while traveling. Its slim, portable design keeps the essential tools neatly organized inside the lacquered box. In Japan, the dragonfly is considered an auspicious motif. Because dragonflies help protect crops by eating harmful insects, they have long been associated with abundant harvests, strength, and good fortune. The set includes a fine calligraphy brush, a traditional ink stick made by Kobaien, a ceramic water dropper, a stone inkstone, and an Echizen lacquerware box. The lacquered box is also available separately. Set Includes Fine Japanese calligraphy brush Kobaien Mitsuboshi Beni Bana ink stick, 0.5-chō size Ceramic water dropper Stone inkstone Echizen lacquerware suzuribako Materials Brush: Weasel hair and polyester fibers Ink stick: Animal glue, soot, and fragrance Water dropper: Ceramic Inkstone: Stone Box: Echizen lacquerware Size Approx. 3.5 × 7.9 × 1.2 in.90 × 200 × 30 mm Made in Japan
