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Yasutomo Brush Information

We proudly carry a carefully curated selection of traditional Asian brushes, waterbrushes, and a few other specialty items.

See below for more detailed information on our brushes.

All-Purpose Brushes (SW series)
Bamboo Sumi Brushes (CC series)
Combination Bamboo Pen and Brush (TP235)
Fusion Brushes (FS series)
Hake Flat Wash Brushes (BFC series)
Niji Best Waterbrushes (KWB series)
Niji Premier Waterbrushes (KWBP series)
Niji Waterbrush V2 Value Set (KWBV2)
Pipe Handle Hake Brushes (BH series)
Stencil Brush (JSBM)
Student Hake Brushes (F series)
Wa Fude Calligraphy Brushes (WF series)

All-Purpose Brushes (SW series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Sumi-e painting Calligraphy Watercolor Ink work	Blend of natural and synthetic bristles	Sharp tip and firm body Performs various strokes well while still being flexible enough for coloring and shading Bamboo handles have a loop for hanging

Bamboo Sumi Brushes (CC series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Sumi-e painting Calligraphy Watercolor Ink work	Blend of natural and synthetic bristles	Holds lots of water The central core of the brush is composed of relatively stiff bristle and natural hair gathered to form a tapered point. The outer wrapping consists of softer hairs that have been selected for their ability to hold water and facilitate smooth strokes. Hair structure ensures smooth maneuverability and dynamic strokes when both light or heavy pressures are applied Coarse, stiff hairs give a crisp touch when painting Bamboo handle includes loop for hanging

Combination Bamboo Pen and Brush (TP235)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Sumi-e painting Calligraphy Ink work	Natural Bristles	Two-ended tool is a dip pen and brush in one! Dip the pen end in ink and start drawing or writing to use Perfect for black-ink line drawing Removable brush tip can be inserted into the handle for protection and storage Designed to be used with liquid sumi ink (i.e. bokuju) Hard bamboo shaft is individually carved by a master craftsman

Fusion Brushes (FS series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Watercolor Lettering Ink work	Synthetic Taklon bristles	Classical Asian appearance but Western performance capabilities Taklon fiber bristles hold a fine point for detailed strokes Brush tips are responsive and springy for a controlled painting experience Dark synthetic handles are easy to clean and won't crack Handles have a loop for hanging

Hake Flat Wash Brushes (BFC series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Laying in large, even areas of water or color Wetting surfaces Absorbing excess media	Natural bristles	Can be used with a wide range of media including watercolor, oil, encaustic, and ceramic glazes Inexpensive and long-lasting Metal ferrule protects the brushes' roots Handle includes hole for hanging

Niji Best Waterbrushes (KWB series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Watercolor Sumi-e Rubber stamping Silk painting Bleaching Face painting Coloring books	Synthetic bristles	Combination brush and water container Portable waterbrushes are great for plein air and painting on the go Unparalleled flow control Easy to fill with water and water-soluble ink Precise tips allow for fine detailed work Wide variety of sizes, including a 3 piece set with small and large tip sizes

Niji Premier Waterbrushes (KWBP series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Watercolor Sumi-e Rubber stamping Silk painting Bleaching Face painting Coloring books Drawing (with Bullet tip)	Synthetic bristles	Combination brush and water container A unique plunger system is used to load the barrel water and water-soluble ink, making is easier to fill that other waterbrushes Bullet felt tip can be filled with ink or liquid watercolor to create a marker Portable waterbrushes are great for plein air and painting on the go See-through reservoir Packaged in a sturdy, protective plastic case for storage and convenient travel

Niji Waterbrush V2 Value Set (KWBV2)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Watercolor Sumi-e Rubber stamping Silk painting Bleaching Face painting Coloring books	Synthetic bristles	Combination brush and water container Portable waterbrushes are great for plein air and painting on the go See-through reservoir Easy to fill with water and water-soluble ink Three piece value set includes one brush of each size: fine, medium, and flat tip

Pipe Handle Hake Brushes (BH series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Applying media over large areas Wet washes, sizing, gluing Ceramic art	Blend of natural and synthetic bristles	Brush handles made of bamboo Brush can be permanently divided into smaller sections by breaking apart the split handle Made thick to provide a firm touch and offer greater water holding capacity

Stencil Brush (JSBM)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Stencil art	Natural bristles	A stiff, flat tip to allow for stenciling with paint Small size allows you to get paint into finely detailed stencils Sturdy natural bristles can withstand heavy stamping The more it is used, the better it works

Student Hake Brushes (F series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Laying in large, even areas of water or color Wetting surfaces Absorbing excess media	Blend of natural and synthetic bristles	Holds a generous amount of ink or water for saturated washes Perfect for students Brush tip comes to a sharp edge when wet Long wooden hold includes a hole for hanging

Wa Fude Calligraphy Brushes (WF series)

Application	Hair Type	Features
Sumi-e painting Calligraphy Watercolor Ink work Lettering	Natural bristles	Authentic fine Japanese brushes Superior performance in calligraphy The spring and snap of these natural bristle brushes make them perform quite differently from our other sumi-e brushes, providing a variety of performance options to suit different artists' needs Variety of sizes, spring, and precision points Bamboo and synthetic bamboo handles (varies depending on brush size) Includes large brush sizes up to 11/16" x 2 9/16" tip sizes

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