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Eight manufacturers, which take part in the "JAPAN BRAND" projects, are leading companies of the Kumano brush industry, which specializes in manufacturing brushes with traditional craftsmanship that is ideal not only for character writing, but for creation of intricate art and alphabet writing. With it's pen-like usage, it is suited for both beginners and experienced artists. Made from over 30 unique Japanese processing techniques, just holding one of these mysterious Fude Brushes will make you want to start writing with it.     The brush portion is made from the traditional craftsmanship of Kumano, and is ideal not only for character writing, but for creation of intricate art and alphabet writing. With it's pen-like useage, it is suited for both beginners and experienced artists. Made from over 30 unique Japanese processing techniques, just holding one of these mysterious Fude Brushes will make you want to start writing with it.

Although Japanese writing is usually done vertically, Japan Brand Fude Brushes have been made for excellent horizonal writing as well. With special processing at the tip, this brush can be used like a pen, for anyone to enjoy casual use. Works from the JAPAN BRAND appeared in exhibitions in February 2007 in Anaheim, and in March 2007 in New York. It has received high praise from many calligraphers and artists. The human-engineered handle lets you use it for a long time without your hand getting tired.     [Drawing Lines] You can freely draw thin or thick lines. With its adaptability to coloring, it can be used to draw original animation cells. [Brush Lettering] Supports All Lettering [Seduction] Apply plenty of water to the paper. Before the water dries apply the paints. Use the tip of the Fude Brush to manipulate the paint on the paper to create the picture.

Kumano, A Brush-Making Town Among Kumano's population of over 26,000, 1,500 people ar ecfatsmen called Fude-shi, engaged in Fude manufacturing. Also, Kumano has fifteen highly skilled craftsmen who were designated as masters in traditional Fude making. A staggering 80% of brushes produced in Japan originate from Kumano. 15 million brushes are produced in a year. Types of Kumano Fude Kumano currently primarily produces Fude brushes for art as well as makeup. Kumano began to develop production methods for art and make-up brushes after the war. This lead to Kumano occupying the top share in all of Japan. Many exports are also made to foreign countries such as Europe and America. Held Every Year! 10,000 Brush Fude Festival Fude Matsuri where 10,000 brushes are hung from both sides of a road leading to a shine. This scenic brush capital cannot be seen anywhere else in Japan. An exhibition is held every year in the autumn on September 23rd. In the city of fude brushes, every maker sells their brushes at prices lower than the standard. In 2007, an estimated 50,000 people were on hand, and the city greeted them all warmly.