Zig Kuretake Natural Ink Stone – HA5-45

 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.

5. High quality black ink stone which has fine irregularities and moderate hardness. It is easy to polish and is designed for use when grinding down black ink sticks. This ink stone is made of natural stone and so the surface does not wear away easily.

6. Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting

6 . Professional Quality Made in Japan