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Asian Fountain Pen Ink Selection: Japanese and Korean Brands, Features, and a Buying Guide
This page collects Japanese and Korean inks : Pilot Iroshizuku,Sailor Sailor,Platinum,NAGASAWA,TAG Stationery (TAG Kyoto),Mita Sanshodo, and Korean colorverse,Wearingeul,Dominant Industry,Tono & Lims…Wait.
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Overview of Asian Ink Brands
Pilot Iroshizuku
The blending and layering are delicate, and the colors are inspired by the natural scenery of Japan.
View products in this areaSailor Sharaku (including limited edition)
Note-friendly dyes and variable characteristic colors, limited series with many themes.
View products in this areaPlatinum
Stable and easy to wash, with a full range of practical colors; there are also pigment lines suitable for signing.
View products in this areaNAGASAWA
The colors are customized by stationery stores, with distinct local cultural themes and high collectibility.
View products in this areaTAG Stationery (TAG Kyoto)
The color system is soft and durable, suitable for writing in a diary.
View products in this areaMita Sanshodo
The colors of the old store are homemade, easy to write for daily life, and the themes are cute.
View products in this areacolorverse
Korean-style fantasy fantasy and double bottle packaging, rich characteristic colors.
View products in this areaWearingeul
The literary theme colors, glitter and color-changing series are very popular.
View products in this areaDominant Industry
It is famous for its high color rendering and characteristic ink, and has strong expressiveness.
View products in this areaTono & Lims
The cooperation themes are rich and limited, and it is a must-have for those who like sex.
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How to choose Asian ink? Four key points
- Text size/paper：Commonly used for Japanese fine characters → Choose dye colors with good fluidity and not easy to penetrate.
- Featured models: If you want glitter or high shimmer, look at Korean brands first (Wearingeul, Dominant Industry).
- Waterproofing requirements：Sign-off or outgoing shorthand → reference Waterproof Ink Special.
- maintainance：Special inks require increased cleaning frequency, please refer to Brush Washing Guide.
Ink Type Comparison (Popular in Asia)
| 類型 | Representative | Feature | clean |
|---|---|---|---|
| dye | Pilot / Sailor / Platinum | Easy to write, wide color gamut, suitable for fine characters | easily |
| pigment | Platinum pigment, some Sailor | Water-resistant and light-resistant, with a relatively stable color | medium |
| Glitter/High Shimmer | Wearingeul / Dominant / T&L | Visually gorgeous and popular on social media | More frequent |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Japanese and Korean inks?
Japanese inks are mostly practical for daily use and harmonious in color, with stable flow; Korean inks are good at high color rendering and special inks (glitter, high shimmer, color-changing).
Will pigment ink damage the pen?
No, but it is recommended to increase the cleaning frequency and use pen-friendly paper; please empty it if you do not write for a long time.
