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product_id: 293403731
title: "SAIBOKU SHIMBI 12 Colors and 2 Black Sumi Ink Stick Set, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy, Shodo, for Drawing, Professional, Made in Japan"
brand: "kuretake"
price: "90610 Ft"
currency: HUF
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reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.hu/products/293403731-saiboku-shimbi-12-colors-and-2-black-sumi-ink-stick
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# 14 vibrant traditional Japanese colors Elegant paulownia box storage Customizable ink density & blending SAIBOKU SHIMBI 12 Colors and 2 Black Sumi Ink Stick Set, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy, Shodo, for Drawing, Professional, Made in Japan

**Brand:** kuretake
**Price:** 90610 Ft
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖌️ Elevate your art with tradition and vibrant innovation!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SAIBOKU SHIMBI 12 Colors and 2 Black Sumi Ink Stick Set, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy, Shodo, for Drawing, Professional, Made in Japan by kuretake
- **How much does it cost?** 90610 Ft with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hu](https://www.desertcart.hu/products/293403731-saiboku-shimbi-12-colors-and-2-black-sumi-ink-stick)

## Best For

- kuretake enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kuretake brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Elegant Preservation:** Individually wrapped in traditional washi and housed in a protective paulownia box
- • **Artisan Craftsmanship:** Made in Japan with 120 years of expertise and AP-certified quality
- • **Precision Ink Control:** Grind to your perfect consistency for seamless blending and shading
- • **Vivid Heritage Palette:** 12 rich colors + 2 unique black inks for authentic Japanese artistry
- • **Long-lasting Brilliance:** High pigment concentration ensures lightfast durability for timeless works

## Overview

The Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI set features 14 premium ink sticks—12 vivid traditional Japanese colors plus 2 distinct black inks—crafted for professional calligraphy, shodo, and watercolor painting. Made in Japan with over a century of expertise, these high-pigment ink sticks offer customizable density and blending, exceptional lightfastness, and come elegantly packaged in washi paper and paulownia boxes to preserve quality and inspire creativity.

## Description

Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI 12 Colors and 2 Black Sumi Ink Stick Set, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy, Shodo, for Drawing, Professional, Made in Japan

## Features

- [Colored Ink Stick] Kuretake "Saiboku Shimbi" is a colored ink stick with demonstrates the beautiful, vibrant colors used in traditional Japanese style paintings. You can easily control the ink density or blend colors together using these ink sticks. You can also use these to create different bleeding and blurring techniques. It can be used for a wide range of purposes, including Japanese-style paintings, ink wash, watercolor, and colored ink paintings.
- [Colors] We have 12 colors that demonstrate the vibrancy of traditional Japanese colors. You can adjust and express various colors from vivid and dense or transparent and calm to best suit your works. This set also includes two black ink sticks. The first is black ink for calligraphy and painting, which has a slight, reddish-brown shade when diluted with an excess of water. Second is bluish-black ink color for illustration, which is clear and has a great depth of color.With the high pigment percentage, this watercolor ink stick performs well against lightfast durability. Perfect for professional artists to use when making artwork to be enjoyed for years.
- [How to use] 1. Drop a coin-size droplet of water on the flat "hill" of the ink stone. 2. With some pressure, grind the ink stick into the water in a circular motion. 3. When the ink becomes your preferred consistency, guide the ink towards the ink "pool" of the ink stone 4. Repeat steps 1-3 until you've created the preferred amount of ink.
- [How to store] Each ink stick is separately wrapped with Japanese traditional paper called ‘washi’ and placed in beautiful paulownia boxes, which provides protection to preserve the life of the ink. After each use, be sure to remove moisture by gently wiping the ink stick with cloth or paper. It is easy to rinse and clean the ink. Please store ink stick in the paulownia box to preserve.
- [About us]Kuretake Co., Ltd. founded in 1902 and celebrate 120th anniversary this 2022. Quality control to manage richness and subtlety of colors are carefully considered when produced in Japan. [Other] Signature AP-Certified

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Manufacturer | Kuretake |
| Brand | Kuretake |
| Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 10.24 x 0.94 x 8.19 inches |
| Item model number | AK8/14V |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color | 14pcs |
| Closure | Snap |
| Material Type | Sashimi Fukumi: Pigment / Shinjin Kuretake Soot / Glue, Fragrance / Ink Ink - Yumujirushi - Soot / Glue, Fragrance |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Point Type | wide |
| Ink Color | Multicolor |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AK8/14V |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Kuretake
- **Package Information:** Bottle
- **Paint Type:** Sumi
- **Manufacturer:** Kuretake
- **Number of Items:** 1

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why has the price skyrocketed recently for these ink sticks? 4/30/21**
A: Total rip off - the sticks are extra small and definitely not worth the price

**Q: Do they contain animal glue?**
A: Yes, they do.

**Q: Will the other 3 colours become available again soon?**
A: Yes, they're in transit and would be available in 3weeks! We're sorry to make you wait.

**Q: Is there a recommended inkstone to be used with these ink sticks?**
A: You can also polish with a regular inkstone, but we recommend using a ceramic inkstone because the bright colored ink may mix with the black color of the inkstone and make the color a little muddy. We recommend the UMEZARA Ceramic Palette (asin# B09SLR199G) sold by the manufacturer Kuretake.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Versatile With Nice Color Selection
*by K***C on May 21, 2023*

The color selection is quite versatile and mixes with ease. The colors produce little to no separation after blending, regardless of whether the blending occurs on paper or on the palette prior to application.Also, the mini boxes were a good packaging choice to protect each stick and very much appreciated. I was looking to experiment more with ink as a medium and was not disappointed. I would definitely recommend the set.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A sensual experience.
*by D***M on May 5, 2024*

After watching several You Tube videos featuring these Japanese inks, I had to have a set. They are a bit expensive but the enjoyment I am experiencing with them makes them seem worth the price. The packaging is exquisite, and removing each lovely ink stick from its bamboo box and delicate rice-paper wrapping is most satisfying. Grinding the inks one at a time, and marveling at their intensity is oddly calming and exciting at the same time. These act similarly to watercolors, but they are quite waterproof when dry, so the techniques will vary. I was a bit nervous knowing they would be shipped from Japan, but they arrived in pristine condition and faster than expected. Very happy with my purchase!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very beautiful ink
*by E***L on May 13, 2022*

Luxurious set of ink sticks. Very high quality pigment. The paulownia wood boxes make each separate pigment feel special, like each one is a little treasure.The two black sticks are different pigments (one cooler, one warmer) which is apparent when you use them on paper.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-23*