This brush is handmade by Chiyomi Tanaka, a brush craftsman living in Nara, Japan. She handcrafts her brushes from natural materials.
This is a soft, easy-to-write mixed-hair brush. It is suitable for practice as well. Ideal for block style writing ( Kaisho ) and line writing ( Gyosho ) .
Dai ( 大, Big )
Renge ( 蓮華, lotus flower )
Chiyomi Tanaka carves the brush handle, attaches the bristles, and trims the brush to create a brush that is uniquely her own.
Her brush making is known worldwide.
An Artisan Well Versed in the Tradition of Japanese Brush Making ( The New York Times )
We, Ichi inc, Japan have special permission from Ms. Tanaka to operate as the only international distributor of her brushes.
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