What Kinkoen is known for
A Nara sumi ink workshop of about 150 years, Kinkoen makes soot and oil ink sticks and offers a hands-on 'gripped sumi' making experience at its Sanjo-cho workshop. Its ink sticks are sold in person and shipped overseas through an online store.
How ORBIS reads this city
Best for — Hand-made soot and oil sumi ink sticks
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