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KF12 – Liquid Sumi Ink ( 12 oz )
KF12 – 12 Oz Black Liquid Sumi Ink
This pre-mixed, permanent ink is made from the same high-quality soot as our sumi ink sticks. The bottle opening is wide enough to load ink for most brushes, and its cap conveniently doubles as a brush rest. Dries with a slight sheen and absorbs into paper slightly. When dried, KF series ink is more water-resistant that the KY series, which allows for unique glazing capabilities.
Size: 2 7/8” x 2 7/8” x 5 5/16”
Weight: 14.4 oz
Volume: 12 oz
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Q: If I use your ink for gyo-taku (fish printing), can I eat the fish afterward?
A: We do not recommend or make any claim that fish would be safe to consume after using our ink for gyo-taku.
However, our sumi inks have the AP non-toxic seal per the ACMI’s Toxicological Advisory Board, which certifies that our art materials are safe and certified in a toxicological evaluation by a board-certified toxicologist to contain no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or injurious to humans, including children, or to cause acute of chronic health problems.
KF2 – Liquid Sumi Ink (2 oz)
KF2 – 2 Oz Black Liquid Sumi Ink
This pre-mixed, permanent ink is made from the same high-quality soot as our sumi ink sticks. The bottle opening is wide enough to load ink for most brushes, and its cap conveniently doubles as a brush rest. Dries with a slight sheen and absorbs into paper slightly. When dried, KF series ink is more water-resistant that the KY series, which allows for unique glazing capabilities.
Size: 2 1/4″ x 2 1/4” x 2 5/8”
Weight: 2.9 oz
Volume: 2 oz
[video width="720" height="720" mp4="https://yasutomo.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/KF-CC3-6H-WCW210-video-clip.mp4"][/video]FAQ:
Q: If I use your ink for gyo-taku (fish printing), can I eat the fish afterward?
A: We do not recommend or make any claim that fish would be safe to consume after using our ink for gyo-taku.
However, our sumi inks have the AP non-toxic seal per the ACMI’s Toxicological Advisory Board, which certifies that our art materials are safe and certified in a toxicological evaluation by a board-certified toxicologist to contain no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or injurious to humans, including children, or to cause acute of chronic health problems.
KV2 – Vermilion Liquid Sumi Ink (2 oz)
KV2 – 2 Oz Vermilion Liquid Sumi Ink
Yasutomo vermilion ink is a rich, warm, red-orange color.
It is traditionally used in hand-lettered manuscripts, seals, and ink paintings. It is also commonly used in Asia by calligraphy instructors to correct students’ work.
This water-resistant ink is opaque and dries to a permanent matte finish.
Use directly from the bottle for dip pen calligraphy and brush painting. Mix with black ink to create a rich brown or warm black calligraphy ink.
Conforms to ASTM D-4236.
* Pro Tip * When used on washi (rice paper), expect the ink to soak in and spread into the absorbent paper. If you are using the ink for Western-style lettering on sized paper, add gum arabic. This will greatly reduce bleeding and fuzzy letters.
Size: 2″ x 2” x 3″
Weight: 2.9 oz
Volume: 2 oz
KY12 – Bokuju Liquid Ink
KY12 – 12 Oz Black Sumi Ink
Liquid sumi inks are economical, convenient and time saving as it eliminates the need for grinding. Dries to a matte finish. AP non-toxic. Conforms to ASTM D-4326.
Dimensions: 2 9/32” x 1 1/12” x 7 7/8”
Weight: 14.6 oz
Volume: 12 oz
FAQ:
Q: If I use your ink for gyo-taku (fish printing), can I eat the fish afterward?
A: We do not recommend or make any claim that fish would be safe to consume after using our ink for gyo-taku.
However, our sumi inks have the AP non-toxic seal per the ACMI’s Toxicological Advisory Board, which certifies that our art materials are safe and certified in a toxicological evaluation by a board-certified toxicologist to contain no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or injurious to humans, including children, or to cause acute of chronic health problems.
KY2 – Bokuju or Liquid Ink
KY2 – 2 Oz Black Sumi Ink
Liquid sumi inks are economical, convenient and time saving as it eliminates the need for grinding. Dries to a matte finish. AP non-toxic. Conforms to ASTM D-4326.
Dimensions: 1 1/2“ x 7/8” x 4 9/32”
Weight: 2.5 oz
Volume: 2 oz
FAQ:
Q: If I use your ink for gyo-taku (fish printing), can I eat the fish afterward?
A: We do not recommend or make any claim that fish would be safe to consume after using our ink for gyo-taku.
However, our sumi inks have the AP non-toxic seal per the ACMI’s Toxicological Advisory Board, which certifies that our art materials are safe and certified in a toxicological evaluation by a board-certified toxicologist to contain no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or injurious to humans, including children, or to cause acute of chronic health problems.
KY6 – Bokuju or Liquid Ink
KY6 – 6 Oz Black Sumi Ink
Liquid sumi inks are economical, convenient and time saving as it eliminates the need for grinding. Dries to a matte finish. AP non-toxic. Conforms to ASTM D-4326.
Dimensions: 2 1/8” x 1 3/8” x 6 7/16”
Weight: 7.6 oz
Volume: 6 oz
KY60 – Bokuju or Liquid Ink
KY60 – 60 Oz Black Sumi Ink
An extra-large, value size. Liquid sumi inks are economical, convenient and time saving as it eliminates the need for grinding. Dries to a matte finish. AP non-toxic. Conforms to ASTM D-4326.
Weight: 4.1 lbs
Volume: 60 oz
FAQ:
Q: If I use your ink for gyo-taku (fish printing), can I eat the fish afterward?
A: We do not recommend or make any claim that fish would be safe to consume after using our ink for gyo-taku.
However, our sumi inks have the AP non-toxic seal per the ACMI’s Toxicological Advisory Board, which certifies that our art materials are safe and certified in a toxicological evaluation by a board-certified toxicologist to contain no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or injurious to humans, including children, or to cause acute of chronic health problems.
NS2R – Sumi-E Instruction Book
NS2 – Sumi-E Instruction Book
A classic instruction book that gives the reader a basic understanding of the materials and techniques used in sumi-e painting. Perfect to display alongside sumi-e products. 24 pages. Fully illustrated.
Size: 8 1/2″ x 11″
Weight: 4 oz
S147 – Natural Suzuri Stone, 5 1/2” x 3”
S147 – Natural Suzuri Stone, 5 1/2” x 3”
Suzuri is a flat grinding stone used to make Sumi ink. It has a sloping indentation which forms a small well at one end. A Sumi ink stick is ground on the stone surface with plain water to product liquid ink.
Suzuri Stone Care and Usage
- To avoid unevenness, indentations, and grooves, grind the ink over the entire surface of the stone.
- Never leave the ink stick on the wet stone surface as it will adhere and damage the stone’s surface.
- Wash with water after each use, gently using your fingers.
Dimensions: 5 1/2” x 3”
Weight: 13.6 oz
S165 – Natural Suzuri Stone 5″ x 2 1/2”
S165 – Natural Suzuri Stone 5″ x 2 1/2”
Suzuri is a flat grinding stone used to make Sumi ink. It has a sloping indentation which forms a small well at one end. A Sumi ink stick is ground on the stone surface with plain water to product liquid ink.
Suzuri Stone Care and Usage
- To avoid unevenness, indentations, and grooves, grind the ink over the entire surface of the stone.
- Never leave the ink stick on the wet stone surface as it will adhere and damage the stone’s surface.
- Wash with water after each use, gently using your fingers.
Dimensions: 5” x 2 1/2”
Weight: 9.4 oz
SSB700 – Sumi Ink Stick
SSB700 – Artist Quality Ink Stick
For thousands of years, sumi ink sticks have been made by mixing soot with flue to form solid blocks. They are ground on a Suzuri stone with water to produce ink in the way of traditional Asian artisans. Sumi ink sticks are unsurpassed for producing the famous Five Colors, or shades of black, that form the basis of monochromatic Sumi painting. The subtlety of Sumi ink is evident in the variety of tones and values it produces.
Sumi Ink Stick Care
- Store out of direct sunlight, avoiding heat and moisture.
- Wash, clean and dry after each use to avoid mold growth.
- Use ink as soon as possible after making it for best results.
Dimensions: 1” x 3 1/8” x 9/16”
Weight: 0.9 oz
SWS600 – Suzuri Stone Sumi Set
SWS600 – Suzuri Stone Sumi Set
This set contains two sumi brushes (SW1 and CC3), one sumi ink stick and one Suzuri stone in a beautiful paper box. Includes an instruction sheet with detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to paint a classic sumi bamboo painting.
Instructions also include QR codes for video instructions on how to grind sumi ink on a suzuri stone and how to paint bamboo.
A perfect sumi-e starter kit for anyone wishing to learn the classic art of sumi-e. Great for both novice and experienced sumi-e artists.
Makes a lovely gift.
Sell with our Hosho Paper Pad (6H) or any other Yasutomo washi papers to offer a complete set of sumi-e supplies.
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