From 1993 to 2012, Kobaien released a special edition inkstick set called “Bokufu (記念目録, memorial catalog of inksticks)” to commemorate the long tradition of making inksticks that has continued for over 400 years.
With special permission, ICHI Inc. is now able to sell these Bokufu inkstick sets, which are not currently available in stores. These are more for gifting or as an investment than for practical use.
This is the year 2003 edition.
This special inkstick set comes with a certificate of authenticity for Kobaien products issued by Ichi inc. The following is a sample of the certificate.
The actual document will include the date, number and company seal.
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Contents Description
Shuohka
（朱蓊化）
The meaning of the name of the inkstick:
"The red flowers spread out."
Width: 24.9 mm Length: 100 mm Thickness: 11.2 mm Weight: 34 grams
Kokkou
（国香）
The meaning of the name of the inkstick:
"The best fragrance in the country"
Width: 33 mm Length: 60.7 mm Thickness: 7.5 mm Weight: 15 grams
Kansouou
（官双鳳）
The meaning of the name of the inkstick:
"A wonderful inkstick with two phoenixes ."
Width: 30.4 mm Length: 105.3 mm Thickness: 11.7 mm Weight: 45 grams
Ryuzai
（龍剤）
The meaning of the name of the inkstick:
"Scent of Dragon"
Width: 25.5 mm Length: 93.6 mm Thickness: 11.7 mm Weight: 24 grams
Sen
（扇）
The meaning of the name of the inkstick:
"A fan"
Width: 22.2 mm Length: 86.8 mm Thickness: 8.7 mm Weight: 18 grams
Bunsai-Shousui
（文犀照水）
The meaning of the name of the inkstick:
"Use wisdom and learning to uncover the truth of things."
Width: 26.5 mm Length: 111.6 mm Thickness: 12.5 mm Weight: 46 grams
Box Size: Width: 300 mm Length: 200 mm Thickness: 40 mm Weight: 480 grams
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The designs of the ink sticks introduced below are taken from old documents related to the production of ink that have been passed down through the generations at Kobaien. Some of the designs are more recent.
**For a detailed description of the included ink, please contact us.
