| Article number: | Manyo Bottled Ink Azuki 50ml |
| Availability: | In stock |
AZUKI: A deep, earthy red, this ink mirrors the azuki bean, a staple food during the Heian period. While today it’s often sweetened, back then it was typically eaten plain or with salt.
This unique collection, inspired by foods from the Heian period as described in the Manyoshu, offers vibrant and evocative colors that celebrate Japanese culture and history. Manyoshu, which translates to “Collection of Ten Thousand Leaves,” is the oldest and most revered anthology of Japan’s poetic compilations. Over a period of four centuries, 4516 poems were written by every class of person ranging from Emperors to merchants and farmers. “Manyo” is an abbreviation of “Manyoshu” and its meaning indicates people of all ranks.
