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.

Dimensions: 5” x 2 1/2”

Weight: 9.4 oz

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.