9 Japanese Inks Beyond Iroshizuku That Deserve Your Attention!

9 Japanese Inks Beyond Iroshizuku That Deserve Your Attention! Only buying Pilot Iroshizuku? Discover 9 Japanese fountain pen ink lines worth exploring—from Sailor’s multichromatic shading inks to Platinum’s colored iron gall inks and Kyoto-inspired colors from TAG Stationery. Iroshizuku is a favorite for good reason, but there’s much more to Japanese fountain pen ink. In this video, we explore distinctive colors, fascinating ink chemistry, bottle sizes, value, and the Japanese art, poetry, and traditions behind some memorable ink collections. Here are the nine ink lines featured: ✒️ Sailor Ink Studio — numbered colors and unusual shading combinations. ✒️ Sailor Shikiori — fountain pen inks inspired by Japan’s seasons. ✒️ Sailor Manyo — floral colors connected to Japan’s ancient poetry. ✒️ Sailor Yurameku — multichromatic inks with striking color shifts. ✒️ Platinum Classic — colored iron gall inks that darken after writing. ✒️ Platinum Mixable — a compatible ink range designed for mixing your own colors. ✒️ TAG Stationery Kyo-no-Oto — traditional Japanese colors rooted in Kyoto. ✒️ Taccia Ukiyo-e — inks inspired by Japanese woodblock prints. ✒️ Teranishi Guitar Taisho Roman Haikara — vintage-inspired colors and packaging. We also discuss TAG’s Kyo-Iro collection and honorable mentions including Bungubox, Kuretake Ink-Cafe Meiji no Iro, and Tono & Lims, with a distinction between Japanese brands and where their inks are manufactured. Whether you enjoy fountain pen journaling, letter writing, ink collecting, or finding a distinctive everyday writing color, this guide gives you more options to explore beyond Pilot Iroshizuku. We look at shading, sheen, water resistance, mixable inks, and why your pen and paper can change how an ink looks and performs. 💬 Which Japanese ink would you try first: Sailor Yurameku, Platinum Classic, or Taccia Ukiyo-e? Tell us your favorite ink and fountain pen combination in the comments. 👍 Like this video if it helped you discover a new ink. 🔔 Subscribe to Benjamin’s Nib for fountain pen guides, ink comparisons, and thoughtful stationery buying advice. Buying and care notes: Prices, packaging, color ranges, and availability can change and vary by retailer. Ink performance depends on your nib, paper, and maintenance. Follow the manufacturer’s care guidance for iron gall inks. Mix Platinum Mixable inks only within the compatible Mixable range; don’t assume unrelated inks are safe to combine. Dip-pen-only inks should not be used in fountain pens. #FountainPenInk #JapaneseInk #FountainPens