Washi paper for Colored Sumi

2025-07-16T10:05:38+09:00

Vendor: Kinkoen
Type: Waza Kit
Price: 3300

If ink is the soul, then paper is the body. These Washi Paper Refills provide the ideal material to complement your Color Sumi Kit.

A specific type of washi paper is necessary for ink painting: because of the way gelatin in the ink seeps into the fibers of the paper, it allows for blotting and blurring that creates a three-dimensional effect that cannot be replicated with any other combination of materials. The paper provides the ideal texture and resistance for the fluidity of brush strokes, allowing the ink to spread in a controlled manner.

With 100 count refills, you’ll be able to create everything from drafts to masterpieces without being concerned about running out of material.

ABOUT SUMI

Sumi is a type of ink that has been used for Japanese calligraphy for centuries. It is made from a blend of pine soot, gelatin, and fragrant aromas, which are expertly mixed by skilled artisans. The mixture is then kneaded until it forms a smooth and consistent paste, shaped into wooden molds, and aged for months or even years, allowing the sumi to develop its unique character and depth of color.

To produce ink from sumi, you must rub it against a suzuri stone with a small amount of water. The concentration of the ink can be adjusted based on the length of time you rub the sumi against the stone, allowing for a wide range of shades and tones to be created. When using sumi ink on washi paper, the gelatin in the ink seeps into the fibers of the paper, resulting in blotting and blurring that create a unique three-dimensional effect that cannot be replicated with bottled ink.

SELF-PACED CLASS

The ‘Sumi Kit - Colored' goes with a series of classes: Watch the videos to learn about Japanese ink painting and calligraphy.