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Akama Inkstone

Akama inkstones from Shimonoseki are carved from rare red stone prized for its smooth, ink-grinding surface. Cherished by calligraphers for over 1,000 years.

Japanese Name赤間硯
CategoryStationery & Writing
PrefectureYamaguchi Prefecture (山口県)
Region下関市、宇部市 (下関市、宇部市)
Main Products
DesignatedDecember 15, 1976