Writing

A felt tip pen kit that can be used with our fountain pen inks. Soak the fibre ink reservoir with your favourite colour and your pen is ready to write.  The brush tip is a fun and colourful alternative to conventional fude pens. Make your messages and illustrations stand out with unique colour options.

Designed for cleaning Kakimori rollerball and fountain pen nibs used with our pigment inks. To rejuvenate a blocked nib, immerse in the solution and allow it to soak. Bottle 40ml

Limited Edition Candle Stand: The colour of the bronze candlesticks that take centre stage at Christmas time every year. A colour that feels like Christmas. 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...

A stainless steel nib ideal for those new to fountain pen ink. Dip and write as you need with almost no maintenance required. A quick rinse in water is all it takes to change the ink colour. Experience the superior writing comfort that’s as smooth as a fountain pen. A low-maintenance nib that lets you write as you need. Simply rinse in water and dry when...

07 Soyo "Soyo is like a breath of fresh air. A colour that evokes the feeling of a pleasant breeze." 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 to resemble...

05 Kurun "Kurun depicts the dance of a vine’s curling tendrils. A green that captures both vitality and a sense of calm." 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...

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...

01 Po "A colour tucked away in our hearts. Po is the way we blush when falling in love; the warmth of a face admired from afar." 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...

*Nib holder only — nib sold separately* A nib holder crafted from Japanese cherry. Enjoy a natural patina that evolves with you for a lifetime of writing. Designed to universal specifications to fit a standard nib of your choice.  Experience the texture and feel of natural wood. Japanese cherry is characterised by the reddening of its colour over time,...

The stainless steel 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. Enjoy multiple line widths from fine lines to broad strokes with a tilt of the nib. Made to universal specifications to fit all standard nib...

*Nib holder only — nib sold separately* A nib holder machined from solid aluminium. Designed to universal specifications to fit a standard nib of your choice. Lightweight aluminium offers hours of writing comfort. Each holder is carefully hand finished, giving the metal a touch of softness and subtle detailing that can only be achieved by hand.  In...

*Nib holder only — nib sold separately* A nib holder crafted from Japanese cherry. Enjoy a natural patina that evolves with you for a lifetime of writing. Designed to universal specifications to fit a standard nib of your choice.  Experience the texture and feel of natural wood. Japanese cherry is characterised by the reddening of its colour over time,...

08 Zabun "Zabun is the sound of the deep, blue ocean. Listen for the lapping waves as the ink flows across the paper, awakening precious memories." 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...

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...

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...

A gift that sparks insight. Whether it’s sketching diagrams or adding notes, writing by hand is an intuitive experience that helps us explore new ideas. The set comes in stylish aluminium to complement the modern work environment, with pigment ink in Toppuri that exudes a sense of focus. The gift box is tailor made to hold each of the tools perfectly, the...

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...

*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...

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...

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...

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...

*Nib holder only — nib sold separately* A nib holder crafted from Japanese cherry and finished with an indigo dye. Designed to universal specifications to fit a standard nib of your choice. The natural beauty of the woodgrain is accentuated by a deep indigo finish. Each nib holder has been carefully hand dyed by artisans using indigo grown in Tokushima....

10 Koton "The silence of the night is punctuated by koton, the sound of an ink bottle being placed on the desk. A colour for quiet contemplation." 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...