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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bi7BDbaUSA Why Lotus Silk Is So Expensive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9F-u4T7leQ Why Agarwood Is So Expensive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1utBGvW5rM ------------------------------------------------------ #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: https://www.youtube.com/user/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: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Business_Insider/5319643143 Boot Camp on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Boot_Camp/3383377771 Why Japanese Calligraphy Brushes Are So Expensive