Custom Japanese Scrolls

These Japanese Scrolls, called kakemono, are beautiful works of art hand-lettered by Master Japanese Calligrapher Eri Takase. Each calligraphy piece is a unique work of art individually created when your order is placed. Scrolls are completed in as little as a few days.

These Japanese made scrolls use all Japanese materials include Japanese paper and high-quality silk. The scrolls arrive ready to hang and are designed to last generations.

We provide a wide range of ready made designs that you can choose from. For some ideas see our selection of Japanese Haiku Designs. As an example, the work on the left is a haiku by Basho composed on the death of his dear friend Issho who was a man of talent that died before his time. One translation is "Shake even the grave, My wailing is the autumn wind". For much more information on this poem see H3022 Haiku by Basho

We also offer completely custom scrolls in two sizes: The medium scroll is 12 1/4" W x 43" H and the Large which is 18" W x 72" H. While the scroll sizes are fixed we would be delighted to work with you to create custom calligraphy that matches your needs and taste.

Each work is a unique piece hand-lettered by Master Takase when your order is placed. Scrolls are normally completed in a few business days.

There are two sized scrolls the Medium which is 12 1/4" W x 43" H and the Large which is 18" W x 72" H. And while the scroll sizes are fixed we would be delighted to work with you to create custom calligraphy that matches your needs and taste.

Custom Japanese Scroll Medium (12 1/4" W x 43" H) ~~$260~~ -> $220

Custom Japanese Scroll Large (18" W x 72" H) $420

These larger scrolls are perfect for complete wall coverage as in entrances to the homes, Dojo or for the tokonoma.

The scroll on the left was created to match an existing scroll with a few modifications. It came out wonderfully. My thanks go to Sensei Tracy Corder for sharing this photo. And if you looking to learn the authentic Ninpo and are in the Federal Way area of Washington state then please visit Sensei Corder's website Kogen Ninpo Dojo to learn more.

If you have any questions or would like more information please feel free to contact us directly at Eri@Takase.com

Dear Eri,

Thank you so much for your work on this beautiful scroll. I received it a few days ago and was awestruck by its fluid beauty and grace. I am currently thinking of another scroll to get from you and will be in touch very soon. In closing have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.

Virak

Beautiful hand-lettered scrolls by Master Japanese Calligrapher Eri Takase

These hand-lettered Japanese scrolls are made with Japanese paper and have a beautiful high-quality silk border. The scrolls come ready to hang and are designed to last generations. Each piece is a unique work of art hand-lettered and signed by Eri Takase.

Your scroll will be personally hand-lettered by Master Takase when your order is placed. Scrolls are normally completed in a few business days.

Japanese Scroll
Haiku by Basho
H3022VC6A
$180

Japanese Scroll
Haiku by Basho
H3022VD6A
$180

Japanese Scroll
Haiku by Basho
H3022VS6A
$180

Japanese Scroll
Haiku by Basho
H3022VS6B
$180

Shake even the grave!
My wailing is
the autumn wind!

Basho wrote this lamenting the death of his friend Issho - a man of talent who died before his time.

We also have a large number of Classic Japanese Haiku designs that are perfect for scrolls.
Just let us know the design you would like and we will take care of the rest!

Partial Samples of H3008 Haiku by Issa
A world of grief and pain, flowers bloom, even then.

Sale!!! Custom Japanese Scroll Medium (12 1/4" W x 43" H) ~~$260~~ -> $220

Actual scroll will differ slightly from image shown

	Respect the past, create the new The saying onkochishin is the important concept of respecting what has come before when creating the new. This is a favorite expression of Master Calligrapher Eri Takase. Brown Silk Scroll Outside: 12 1/4" W x 43" H Inside: 9 " W x 23" H 12 1/4" W x 43" H ~~$230~~ -> $180
	True Victory is Victory over Oneself The founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba, coined the phrase masakatsu agatsu literally translating to "true victory, self victory." Brown Silk Scroll Outside: 12 1/4" W x 43" H Inside: 9 " W x 23" H 12 1/4" W x 43" H ~~$230~~ -> $180
	Gathering of Good Omens The saying zuiki shuumon literally means gathering gate for good omens. As a Feng Shui element this scroll would be placed at the entrance to the home inviting in positive energy and good fortune. Brown Silk Scroll Outside: 12 1/4" W x 43" H Inside: 9 " W x 23" H 12 1/4" W x 43" H ~~$230~~ -> $180
	Four Virtues of Tea (harmony, respect, purity and tranquility) wakeiseijaku or the four virtues of the tea ceremony are: harmony, respect, purity and tranquility. This beautiful scroll is an original work by Master Calligrapher Eri Takase. Brown Silk Scroll Outside: 12 1/4" W x 43" H Inside: 9 " W x 23" H 12 1/4" W x 43" H ~~$230~~ -> $180