Writing

The gift of time for contemplation. The set pairs traditional Japanese indigo dye with pigment ink in Soyo — named after an expression dating back to ancient Japan — in a nod to the continuation of tradition and culture. The gift box is tailor made to hold each of the tools perfectly, the boxes are constructed without any glue, tape or staples. Designed...

Limited Edition After Dinner: The colour of tea time after an evening meal, illuminated by the glow of candlelight. These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto Koizumi shaped these quirky ink bottles...

*Nib holder only — nib sold separately* A nib holder crafted from Japanese cherry and lacquered using the fuki-urushi (“wiped urushi”) technique, whereby the wood is impregnated with urushi lacquer to highlight the beauty of the grain. Designed to universal specifications to fit a standard nib of your choice. The simple and refined matte lacquer...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

A luxury, compact and highly practical shodo calligraphy set by Akashiya that you can use at home or on the go. The set contains most of the required accessories for Japanese brush calligraphy (shodo) in a beautiful, Echizen-nuri lacquered box. Contents: Fine brush (fude) Inkstone 35 degrees (suzuri) Safflower ink three stars (sumi) (type 0,5, from...

A luxury, compact and highly practical shodo calligraphy set by Akashiya that you can use at home or on the go. The set contains most of the required accessories for Japanese brush calligraphy (shodo) in a beautiful, Echizen-nuri lacquered box. Contents: Fine brush (fude) Inkstone 35 degrees (suzuri) Safflower ink three stars (sumi) (type 0,5, from...

09 Mukuri "Mukuri describes the state of awakening, like a bear emerging from hibernation to the warm red earth. The colour signals the arrival of a new season." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer...

06 Toppuri "Look closely and you might see the stars in the night sky. Toppuri describes the comforting darkness that arrives after nightfall. A gentle colour that inspires reflection." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation...

04 Karari "Fresh like an endlessly clear sky. Karari describes a bright, cloudless day. With this blue in hand, a break in the clouds is never far away." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto...

03 Tototo "Tototo is the gentle melody of a special rosé poured in quiet company. A colour to elevate everyday life or celebrate a special occasion." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer Makoto...

02 Torori "A perfect omelette reveals its deliciously soft centre. Torori is the colour of anticipation, describing a rich consistency overflowing with flavour." These original Kakimori inks are inspired by Japanese onomatopoeia, word play, and imagery, translating familiar feelings and sounds to colors that are in conversation with each other. Designer...

"What started out as a good product is now becoming a passion of mine." That’s what the Octopus Fluids' chemist, Dr. Kai-Oliver Schäfer said when he was developing these high-quality writing inks. "It’s no longer about writing something beautiful – it’s about beauty itself!"The parameters he used to assess the quality go beyond colour and saturation. With...

"What started out as a good product is now becoming a passion of mine." That’s what the Octopus Fluids' chemist, Dr. Kai-Oliver Schäfer said when he was developing these high-quality writing inks. "It’s no longer about writing something beautiful – it’s about beauty itself!"The parameters he used to assess the quality go beyond colour and saturation. With...

"What started out as a good product is now becoming a passion of mine." That’s what the Octopus Fluids' chemist, Dr. Kai-Oliver Schäfer said when he was developing these high-quality writing inks. "It’s no longer about writing something beautiful – it’s about beauty itself!"The parameters he used to assess the quality go beyond colour and saturation. With...

"What started out as a good product is now becoming a passion of mine." That’s what the Octopus Fluids' chemist, Dr. Kai-Oliver Schäfer said when he was developing these high-quality writing inks. "It’s no longer about writing something beautiful – it’s about beauty itself!"The parameters he used to assess the quality go beyond colour and saturation. With...

"What started out as a good product is now becoming a passion of mine." That’s what the Octopus Fluids' chemist, Dr. Kai-Oliver Schäfer said when he was developing these high-quality writing inks. "It’s no longer about writing something beautiful – it’s about beauty itself!"The parameters he used to assess the quality go beyond colour and saturation. With...

"What started out as a good product is now becoming a passion of mine." That’s what the Octopus Fluids' chemist, Dr. Kai-Oliver Schäfer said when he was developing these high-quality writing inks. "It’s no longer about writing something beautiful – it’s about beauty itself!"The parameters he used to assess the quality go beyond colour and saturation. With...

A gift for those who love to travel. For capturing the details and thoughts along the journey. The fountain pen’s expressive strokes and hues will be sure to evoke memories of every encounter. Includes pigment ink in Karari — the colour of an endlessly clear sky. The gift box is tailor made to hold each of the tools perfectly, the boxes are constructed...

The brass nib was created as a durable and practical nib. The nib point has been rounded and polished with meticulous care, providing an exceptionally smooth writing experience that defies expectation. Tilt the nib below 45 degrees to create undulating lines and paint strokes. Made to universal specifications to fit all standard nib holders, as well as...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

Octopus Write & Draw Ink are waterproof and vegan inks for fountain pen, nib and brush. Unlike most other waterproof inks, Octopus Write & Draw can be used in a fountain pen without hesitation. However, care should be taken not to let the fountain pen dry out. The water resistance of Write & Draw Inks is created with the help of a...

A luxury, compact and highly practical shodo calligraphy set by Akashiya that you can use at home or on the go. The set contains most of the required accessories for Japanese brush calligraphy (shodo) in a beautiful, Rosewood Echizen-nuri lacquered box. Contents: Thick brush for regular script, semi-cursive script for 4 to 6 characters (No. 3 Ichijo...

A luxury, compact and highly practical shodo calligraphy set by Akashiya that you can use at home or on the go. The set contains most of the required accessories for Japanese brush calligraphy (shodo) in a beautiful, Echizen-nuri lacquered box. Contents: Fine brush (fude) Inkstone 35 degrees (suzuri) Safflower ink three stars (sumi) (type 0,5, from...

"What started out as a good product is now becoming a passion of mine." That’s what the Octopus Fluids' chemist, Dr. Kai-Oliver Schäfer said when he was developing these high-quality writing inks. "It’s no longer about writing something beautiful – it’s about beauty itself!"The parameters he used to assess the quality go beyond colour and saturation. With...