Akashiya Professional Brush Pen “Ancient Capital” – Black Shaft (SAW-500P-BKZ)

Handcrafted Bristle Tip | Japanese Calligraphy & Art

Brand: Akashiya
Product Type: Brush Pen
Tip Type: Bristle Brush (Traditional)
Ink Type: Water-based dye ink
Ink Color: Black
Body Color: Black Shaft
Target User: Adults / Intermediate to Professional
Country of Origin: Japan

Why You’ll Love It

This professional-grade brush pen by Akashiya is individually handcrafted to deliver the expressive control required for traditional Japanese calligraphy. The bristle tip allows precise variation in line thickness, making it ideal for executing classic techniques such as tome (stop), hane (hook), and harai (sweep) with elegance and balance.

Designed for artists and calligraphers who value authentic brush feel in a convenient pen format, it’s suitable for shodō, sumi-style lettering, illustration, and expressive handwriting.

Key Features

Handcrafted Bristle Brush Tip
Delivers a natural brush response and excellent ink flow.

Expressive Stroke Control
Ideal for tome, hane, and harai techniques.

Water-Based Dye Ink
Smooth writing with clean black color.

Professional Quality
Trusted Japanese brand specializing in calligraphy tools.

Compact & Lightweight
Easy to carry for studio or on-the-go practice.

Product Details

Pen Size: Approx. 6.9 inches (176 mm)

Diameter: Approx. 0.4 inches (10 mm)

Weight: Approx. 0.3 oz (9 g)

Tip: Bristle brush

Ink: Water-based dye ink (black)

Note: The decorative pattern on the pen body cannot be selected. Pattern placement varies by item.

Recommended Use

Japanese calligraphy (shodō)

Brush lettering & expressive writing

Illustration & ink drawing

Art practice & workshops

Gift for calligraphy enthusiasts

Care & Handling

Cap tightly after use

Store horizontally when possible

Avoid pressing excessively to maintain brush shape

Rinse tip lightly with water if ink flow becomes uneven

Package Information (Estimated for Shipping)

Package Type: Single pen, protective sleeve or blister pack

Estimated Package Dimensions:
8.7 × 1.2 × 0.8 inches
(22 × 3 × 2 cm)

Estimated Shipping Weight:
Approx. 0.1 lb (0.05 kg) (includes packaging)

Note: Manufacturer does not publish official carton specifications. These are seller-safe estimates suitable for Amazon FBA, Shopify, EMS, DHL, and FedEx calculations.

Perfect For

Calligraphy practitioners

Art students & professionals

Brush lettering fans

Japanese stationery collectors

Thoughtful cultural gifts