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product_id: 307487886
title: "Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI 12 Colors and 2 Black Sumi Ink Stick Set, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality, for Lettering, Drawing, Signature AP-Certified, Made in Japan"
brand: "kuretake"
price: "VT90180"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/307487886-kuretake-saiboku-shimbi-12-colors-and-2-black-sumi-ink
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# 14 vibrant traditional Japanese colors Elegant paulownia box storage Customizable ink density & blending Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI 12 Colors and 2 Black Sumi Ink Stick Set, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality, for Lettering, Drawing, Signature AP-Certified, Made in Japan

**Brand:** kuretake
**Price:** VT90180
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖌️ Elevate your art with the timeless colors of Japan — don’t just create, captivate!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI 12 Colors and 2 Black Sumi Ink Stick Set, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality, for Lettering, Drawing, Signature AP-Certified, Made in Japan by kuretake
- **How much does it cost?** VT90180 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/307487886-kuretake-saiboku-shimbi-12-colors-and-2-black-sumi-ink)

## 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

- • **Certified Quality:** AP-certified, made in Japan by Kuretake with 120+ years of expert heritage
- • **Precision Control:** Grind to your perfect ink consistency for seamless blending and bleeding effects
- • **Artisan Craftsmanship:** Handwrapped in washi paper and housed in premium paulownia boxes for preservation
- • **Long-lasting Pigments:** High pigment concentration ensures lightfast durability for timeless masterpieces
- • **Vivid Traditional Palette:** 12 rich colors + 2 unique black inks for authentic Japanese artistry

## Overview

The Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI set features 14 premium ink sticks—including 12 vibrant traditional Japanese colors and 2 distinct black inks—crafted for professional calligraphy, painting, and illustration. With customizable ink density, exceptional pigment durability, and elegant packaging in paulownia boxes, this AP-certified set offers artists a refined, authentic experience rooted in over a century of Japanese craftsmanship.

## Description

Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI 12 Colors and 2 Black Sumi Ink Stick Set, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality, for Lettering, Drawing, Signature AP-Certified, 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 |
| Model number | AK8/14V |
| Product Dimensions | 26 x 2.4 x 20.8 cm; 500 g |
| Color | 14pcs |
| Closure | Snap |
| Material Type | Ceramic |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Point Type | wide |
| Ink Color | Multicolor |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AK8/14V |
| Item Weight | 500 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Kuretake
- **Package information:** Can
- **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.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-14*