Craft · No. 191
No. 191文具
Suzuka Ink Stick
鈴鹿墨
suzuka ink stick · 三重県
Suzuka Ink Stick is a traditional solid ink produced in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture. Prized by calligraphers and painters alike, it is distinguished by its deep, lustrous black tone and exceptionally smooth grinding quality, achieved through time-honoured techniques using fine soot and glue.
- Origin
- 三重県
- Category
- 文具
- Materials
- 煤 · 膠 · Wood
- Designation
- Nat'l Traditional Craft
No. IHistory
The history of Suzuka ink stick making is said to stretch back to the Nara period, with written records attesting to its long-standing production in t…
No. IIMaterials
The primary ingredients of Suzuka ink sticks are soot and glue (nikawa, an animal-based gelatin). Two types of soot are used: pine soot (shōen), obtai…
No. IIITechniques
The production of Suzuka ink sticks begins with the careful collection and refining of soot. The soot is then kneaded together with nikawa glue in a p…
No. IVClimate
The northern part of Mie Prefecture, including Suzuka City, enjoys a relatively mild and stable climate with moderate humidity. This environment minim…
