Shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) Kana Characters Brush Small Brush Easy to Write Name Hyakunin Isshu (One Hundred Poets, One Poem Each) Classical Japanese Literature Ceremonies and Funerals This brush is for Kana characters. It holds ink well and is easy to write with, especially for beginners. To create a good "kasure" (ink-skipping) effect, it's recommended to remove some ink on another piece of paper before writing. As a former calligraphy teacher, I recommended this brush to older students who had trouble with their names becoming too thick. The size is similar to commercially available brush pens, making it suitable for New Year's cards, ceremonies, and funerals. Inspected, but may have minor scratches. Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to such imperfections. PE05062228