Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B
Calligraphy Brush - Style B

Umpei Fude - Calligraphy Brush - Style B

$38.00
SKU: UF-BRUSH-B

For over four centuries, Hankeido has crafted exceptional calligraphy brushes by hand, preserving one of Japan's oldest brush-making traditions.

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Founded in Kyoto in 1615, Hankeido has produced handcrafted calligraphy brushes for more than 400 years. The workshop has remained in the Fujino family for generations, preserving traditional brush-making techniques that have been passed down continuously since the early Edo period.

Hankeido is one of the few workshops dedicated to preserving the rare techniques of paper-wrapped brush making, still crafted by hand using washi paper and methods that have changed little over the centuries.

Brush B is mainly used for everyday writing. It has good body and a well-defined tip. Suitable for beginners to intermediate users.

Set of calligraphy brushes on a wooden surface

Umpei Fude

Umpei Fude is a prestigious brand of traditional Japanese calligraphy brushes with a heritage spanning over 400 years. Originating in Kyoto during the Genna era (1615–1624) by Umpei Fujino, these brushes were favored by the Imperial Court and high-ranking officials.

Umpei Fude is currently produced by Hankeido, the only workshop continuing the traditional handcrafted maki fude techniques.