Using hemp paper and iwa-enogu (mineral pigments). The name "Karasu Uri" is apparently derived from its ripe red berries, which crows love to eat, and which look as if they have been left uneaten by the crows. The flowers have a mysterious, pure white, lace-like appearance. It is said to bring good luck if you keep it in your wallet, because the shape of the seed looks like Daikoku-sama's stomach, which is good luck. Japanese painting is based on a style of painting that has existed for more than 1,000 years, and uses traditional materials that have been cultivated throughout history. The technique involves painting on Japanese paper, silk, wood, etc., using natural paints such as sumi ink, iwa-enogu (mineral pigments), gofun (gofun), etc., and glue (nikawawa) as an adhesive. Gold and other metal materials (gold leaf, etc.) are also used. Iwa-enogu, made from ores, is a beautiful, sand-like powder. Mizuhigure, made from clay, is a fine, stretchy paint with fine particles. Artificial versions of iwa-enogu and mizuhoshi egur are also made, and are available in a wide variety of colors. Goko, made from shells, is a white pigment with fine particles.
