Nishijima Washi – Heart Sutra Calligraphy Set Grey
Copying sutras by hand is said to enhance focus and help quiet the mind, offering a meditative break from daily stress. The Heart Sutra, centered on the wisdom of prajna and the understanding that all things are essentially “empty,” teaches detachment and liberation from suffering. With approximately 280 characters, its concise form allows for uninterrupted concentration while writing.
This calligraphy set uses smooth, bleed-resistant washi paper, suitable for fountain pens, water-based pens, or your preferred writing tools. It includes 10 sheets of tracing paper for guided practice and 5 lined sheets for freehand copying. All materials are neatly organized in a compact, original paper folder.
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WACCA JAPAN & Japanese Washi Artisans
WACCA JAPAN collaborates with skilled washi artisans across Japan to bring the beauty of traditional Japanese paper into modern life. Guided by the philosophy of WACCA (“ring”), they create washi products that connect centuries of heritage with everyday living, designing pieces that feel natural, accessible, and timeless.
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The Skilled Craft Behind Washi
Traditional washi is made from natural fibers such as kozo, mitsumata, and gampi. These fibers undergo labor-intensive preparation—stripping, de-ashing, boiling, removing impurities by hand, and beating to soften the fibers—before they are ready for sheet formation. Artisans then expertly manipulate bamboo screens in techniques such as nagashi-zuki and tame-zuki, controlling thickness and texture with precision. The sheets are stacked, dehydrated, dried, and individually checked, polished, and finished by hand. This meticulous process, refined over centuries, is what gives each sheet of washi its unique texture, strength, and subtle beauty.