Colour specimen 217 Pigment Ink: The Rustle of Bamboo Leaves · Kakimori

Kakimori ink bottles are shaped like droplets, drawing inspiration from potari, a Japanese word for a falling drop. Playful onomatopoeia are much loved in Japan and are expressed through their inks, bringing a world of colour to life. Po. Torori. Tototo. Each whimsical name tells an imaginative story. We hope Kakimori inks will inspire you to create time for play.

The Colour specimen series is inspired by encounters with colour in everyday moments. Enjoy a selection of seasonal colours created by the team at Kakimori. “Tanabata decorations seen from my father’s shoulders. The green of bamboo leaves from childhood.”

The evocative form looks as though a drop of molten glass has solidified. Filling the bottle with ink creates the illusion of two elements becoming one. The stable base prevents the bottle from tipping over easily.

Once dry, our pigment inks are water and fade resistant. They have been developed to ensure your special message stands the test of time.

The generous 20mm opening with an 8-degree angle makes dipping easy without damaging the delicate nib. The shallow depth allows for effortless refilling of converters and helps to keep your pen clean from unwanted ink.