This is a calligraphy brush from Isshindo in Nara Prefecture. Fine, Subtle Light Tip - Sho (soaring) Bristle length: Approximately 9.5cm Handle diameter: Approximately 1.6cm Handle length: Approximately 28.5cm *Please allow for some minor variations. (The total length is slightly shorter than two plastic bottles placed side by side.) *Plastic bottles are not included. Purchased at the end of October 2024. I was told that this particular brush is no longer being made. The plastic wrap was moved for the photos. Unused, but there is some staining on the upper part of the handle. Shipping is planned via Rakuraku Mercari Bin or Yu-Yu Mercari Bin. Shuji (calligraphy) Shodo (calligraphy) Brush Large brush Jofuku (large format calligraphy) Gasen (rice paper for calligraphy) Kakizome (first calligraphy of the year) Calligraphy works Exhibition Japanese brush Nara Isshindo