This beautifully curated Kuretake Gansai Tambi Paint Set brings the quiet elegance of traditional Japanese painting into a modern creative practice. Designed for artists, illustrators, and stationery lovers alike, this set centers around Kuretake’s renowned Gansai Tambi watercolors—rich, smooth pigments traditionally used for sumi-e, nihonga, and contemporary illustration.
Housed in a refined paulownia wood box, the set feels intentional and ceremonial, inviting you to slow down and enjoy the process of painting. Inside, you’ll find a thoughtfully assembled collection of tools—from brushes to palettes—paired with instructional materials that guide you through traditional techniques and creative exploration. Whether you’re new to Japanese watercolors or deepening an existing practice, this set offers both inspiration and practicality.
The pigments activate easily with water, producing luminous color with excellent control, making them ideal for expressive washes, fine line work, and layered detail. The paulownia box not only protects the contents but also makes this set an exceptional gift for artists, students, and anyone who appreciates well-designed creative tools.
Product Details
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Authentic Kuretake Gansai Tambi watercolor paint set
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Includes traditional Japanese painting tools and instructional materials
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Smooth, vibrant pigments suitable for watercolor, illustration, and calligraphy
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Elegant paulownia wood box for storage and gifting
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Made in Japan
Specifications
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Dimensions: approx. 7.3 × 1.8 × 12 in (185 × 46 × 306 mm)
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Materials: pigments, bamboo brushes, ceramic dishes, paper materials, paulownia wood box
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Country of Manufacture: Japan
Color and materials may vary slightly due to screen settings and the nature of traditional manufacturing.