Why Japanese Calligraphy Brushes Are So Expensive | So Expensive

A handmade calligraphy brush, custom made for a master calligrapher, can cost over $1,000. At Hata Bunshindou each brush tip is made by a single artisan. It's a delicate process that can take over a month to complete. But you can find a beginner calligraphy brush for less than $15. So what makes these brushes unique? And why are they so expensive? You can learn more about Yoshiyuki Hata's workshop here: https://bunshindou.com/en/ And to see more of Daizo Kaneko's calligraphy: https://www.kanekodaizo.com MORE SO EXPENSIVE VIDEOS: Why Sơn Mài Painting Is So Expensive    • Why Sơn Mài Painting Is So Expensive | So ...   Why Lotus Silk Is So Expensive    • Why Lotus Silk Is So Expensive | So Expens...   Why Agarwood Is So Expensive    • Why Agarwood Is So Expensive | So Expensive   ------------------------------------------------------ #Calligraphy #Brushes #BusinessInsider Business Insider tells you all you need to know about business, finance, tech, retail, and more. Visit us at: https://www.businessinsider.com Subscribe:    / businessinsider   BI on Facebook: https://read.bi/2xOcEcj BI on Instagram: https://read.bi/2Q2D29T BI on Twitter: https://read.bi/2xCnzGF BI on Snapchat:   / 5319643143   Boot Camp on Snapchat:   / 3383377771   Why Japanese Calligraphy Brushes Are So Expensive