Produced by Shimizu Shoten.
Service of Japanese calligraphy
We deliver outstanding traditional Japanese craftsmanship to the world.
From original artworks to bespoke commissions, each piece is created with disciplined technique and refined aesthetics—designed to elevate homes, offices, and special moments.
About the Japanese calligrapher
The artist of the work, Mitsushige Shimizu, is a Japanese calligrapher and seal engraver. He began studying calligraphy in 1950 and trained under Takako Oishi (Nitten judge), Kasumura Masuda (honorary professor at Kokugakuin University), and Kozo Yasuda (seal engraver).
About the artwork of Japanese calligrapher
The artist of the work, Mitsushige Shimizu, is a Japanese calligrapher and seal engraver. He began studying calligraphy in 1950 and trained under Takako Oishi (Nitten judge), Kasumura Masuda (honorary professor at Kokugakuin University), and Kozo Yasuda (seal engraver).
About us
We are a small studio based in Tokyo, Japan. We create traditional Japanese calligraphy artworks and share the history and culture of shodō with the world. We take time to listen, work carefully, and deliver each piece with respect for the craft and the people who receive it.We create each piece with care, explain the materials and process clearly, and support you from selection to delivery.
Collection of column
Sharing the artist’s perspective on current culture and Japanese calligraphy. Each column connects tradition with modern life—how shodō shapes mindset, aesthetics, and daily rituals. You’ll find practical insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and cultural notes that make the art feel closer, whether you’re a beginner, a collector, or simply curious about Japan.
