{"title":"Fountain Pen \u0026 Calligraphy Inks","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Universe of Color for Every Tool\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,1\"\u003eShosai’s selection of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,1\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003einks\u003c\/b\u003e is curated for the discerning writer. Our collection features professional \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,1\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003efountain pen ink\u003c\/b\u003e and specialized \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,1\" data-index-in-node=\"135\"\u003ecalligraphy ink\u003c\/b\u003e designed for artistic depth. From waterproof pigments to mesmerizing \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,1\" data-index-in-node=\"220\"\u003eshimmer\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,1\" data-index-in-node=\"229\"\u003eshading\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,1\" data-index-in-node=\"242\"\u003esheen\u003c\/b\u003e blends, every bottle tells a story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtisan \u0026amp; Specialty Inks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShimmer \u0026amp; Sheen\u003c\/b\u003e: Explore jewelry-inspired tones from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003eFerris Wheel Press\u003c\/b\u003e, cosmic themes from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003eColorverse\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003eDominant Industry\u003c\/b\u003e, and the unique aesthetics of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"155\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProfessional Standards\u003c\/b\u003e: Discover \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003eKakimori\u003c\/b\u003e’s water-resistant pigment inks, the heritage of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003eJacques Herbin\u003c\/b\u003e, and the traditional craft of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"135\"\u003eTAG Stationery\u003c\/b\u003e (Kyoto) and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"162\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,1,5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShipped from Gatineau, Canada.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-blue-revelry-38ml","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - Blue Revelry (38ml) | 15th Anniversary Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLet there be cake! Celebrating 15 Years of Creativity.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin the celebration with \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Revelry\u003c\/strong\u003e, a vibrant cobalt blue ink accented with a jubilant mix of pink and green sparkle. Inspired by the joy of a grand anniversary party, complete with frosting, sprinkles, and maraschino cherries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e INK-38-LE2533\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Cobalt Blue (Duochrome Pink \u0026amp; Green Shimmer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/b\u003e 38ml (Signature Jewelry Bottle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Properties:\u003c\/b\u003e High Shimmer (Shake well before use)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e 15th Anniversary Limited Edition (2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,5,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47975641579745,"sku":"INK-38-LE2533","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/FWP-BlueRevelary-Product3.jpg?v=1772681631"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-eightfold-fortune","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - Eightfold Fortune | FerriTales 2026 Lunar New Year Limited Edition","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"14\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eA Gallop Towards Infinite Prosperity.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eIgnite your creativity with the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"84\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e2026 Year of the Horse\u003c\/b\u003e limited edition: \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"124\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eEightfold Fortune\u003c\/b\u003e. This majestic addition to the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"173\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eFerriTales Collection\u003c\/b\u003e is a celebration of unbridled energy, strength, and the spirited momentum of the horse. Designed to commemorate a year of passion and progress, this ink serves as a powerful talisman for your most ambitious writing projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eFiery Crimson \u0026amp; Champagne Rose.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eThe ink features a breathtaking \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"64\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eFiery Crimson Red\u003c\/b\u003e base, capturing the essence of the mid-day sun and the vibrant spirit of a galloping steed. This high-saturation red is electrified by a sophisticated \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"233\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eChampagne Rose Shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e, adding a layer of luxurious, sparkling elegance to every stroke. It is a festive, lively, and celebratory palette that transforms the page into a stage for royal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eMasterfully Crafted.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eWhether you are drafting festive greetings or journaling your future manifestations, Eightfold Fortune offers an exceptionally smooth flow and rich shading. 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Perfect for journaling, sketching, and adding a touch of urban nature to your writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e INK-38-MPG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Moss Green (Dusty, Classic Green)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/b\u003e 38ml (Signature Jewelry Bottle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,3,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Properties:\u003c\/b\u003e High Shading (No Shimmer, No Sheen)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,4,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e Autumn in Ontario Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,5,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,1,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Canada\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47976254308577,"sku":"INK-38-MPG","price":31.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/Ferris-Wheel-Press-Fountain-Pen-Ink-38ml-Moss-Park-Green-01.jpg?v=1772681656"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-pink-sugar-beach-38ml","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - Pink Sugar Beach (38ml) | The Sugar Beach Collection","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"14\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eA Sweet Summer Escape.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2\"\u003eCapture the electric energy of a perfect summer day with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003ePink Sugar Beach\u003c\/b\u003e. Inspired by the iconic pink umbrellas dotted along Toronto’s waterfront, this ink features a vibrant, candy-colored \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"228\"\u003ehot pink\u003c\/b\u003e base. It is elevated by a stunning \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"272\"\u003eblue shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e that dances on the page like sunlight on the water. Part of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"345\"\u003eThe Sugar Beach Collection\u003c\/b\u003e, it brings a pop of joy and playfulness to every word you write.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e INK-38-PSB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Hot Pink (with Electric Blue Shimmer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/b\u003e 38ml (Signature Jewelry Bottle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,3,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Properties:\u003c\/b\u003e Shimmer Ink (Fluorescent Tone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,4,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e The Sugar Beach Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,5,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,5,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47976808546529,"sku":"INK-38-PSB","price":31.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/FWP-PSB-Surreal.jpg?v=1772681679"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-phantom-mist-10ml","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - Phantom Mist (10ml) | FerriTales Bestiary Collection","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eVenture into the Shadowed Realm.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBraving the eerie depths of a haunted forest, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003ePhantom Mist\u003c\/b\u003e captures the essence of spectral mysteries. This enchanting ink features a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"181\"\u003eghostly purple-grey\u003c\/b\u003e base that evokes the fog of the netherworld, illuminated by an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"264\"\u003eethereal green shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e. Inspired by the legends of the Headless Horseman and restless spirits, it invites you to chronicle your own mythical discoveries. Part of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"430\"\u003eFerriTales Bestiary Collection\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e INK-10-FT2522\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ghostly Purple-Grey (with Green Shimmer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/b\u003e 10ml (Glass Ink Pot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Properties:\u003c\/b\u003e Shimmer Ink (Ethereal, Dual-tone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e FerriTales Bestiary Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,1,5,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47976930246881,"sku":"INK-10-FT2522","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/FWP-PhantomMist-10ml.jpg?v=1771127170"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-ferritales-three-little-pigs-oinking-embers-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Ferris Wheel Press FerriTales | The Three Little Pigs Series | Oinking Embers Fountain Pen Ink","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerris Wheel Press FerriTales | The Three Little Pigs Series | Oinking Embers Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWarm, glowing, and quietly alive — Oinking Embers captures the last light of a fairy-tale fire, rendered in a peachy-pink copper that feels both cosy and luminous on the page. Part of Ferris Wheel Press's FerriTales: The Three Little Pigs Series, this ink pairs a soft, warm base with a duochrome shimmer that dances between green and pink, making every stroke feel like an ember catching the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e A light copper with peachy-pink undertones — warm, inviting, and gently vibrant. The tone evokes the comfortable glow of embers: neither too orange nor too pink, but a flattering middle ground that suits journaling, hand lettering, and creative writing alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e A duochrome shimmer that shifts between green-gold and pink depending on viewing angle and light. Ferris Wheel Press shimmer particles are finely milled, making this ink compatible with most fountain pens. Medium to broad nibs and dip pens will express the shimmer most vividly. Shake well before use and shake periodically during extended writing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShading\u003c\/strong\u003e Low shading — colour variation across strokes is subtle, producing a largely consistent, even tone. Slight depth is visible on broader nibs and with large coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheen\u003c\/strong\u003e No significant sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDye-based (water-based)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWaterproofness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow water resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSlightly dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~30 seconds (medium nib, Rhodia paper)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRecommended Nib\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium to broad; dip pen also suitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e10 ml · 20 ml · 85 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSignature brass cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFerriTales: The Three Little Pigs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFerris Wheel Press\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout FerriTales: The Three Little Pigs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Three Little Pigs Series is part of Ferris Wheel Press's FerriTales universe — a storytelling ink collection that reimagines beloved fables through the lens of sophisticated colour and ink craft. Each ink captures a moment, a place, or a mood from the tale, making the collection as compelling for artistic journaling and hand lettering as it is for everyday writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai | Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai is your local source for Ferris Wheel Press inks in the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region, with in-store pickup in Gatineau, local delivery, and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":48391149748449,"sku":"INK-10-FT2409","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20ml","offer_id":48391149781217,"sku":"INK-20-FT2409","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/Ferris-Wheel-Press-2022-Swatch-OinkingEmbers.png?v=1771128391"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-whispers-of-twilight-10ml","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - Whispers of Twilight (10ml) | FerriTales Bestiary Collection","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eA Dream of Stardust and Slumber.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eDrift into a slumber sprinkled with stars with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003eWhispers of Twilight\u003c\/b\u003e. Inspired by the mythical \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"141\"\u003eBaku\u003c\/b\u003e, the dream-eater of Japanese folklore, this ink features a mystical \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"214\"\u003ered-purple\u003c\/b\u003e base that shifts like the fleeting details of a dream. A dusting of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"293\"\u003esilver shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e illuminates the page, guiding you through a world of counting sheep and moonlit wonders. 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Inspired by the moment King Midas washed away his golden curse in the river, this ink features a rich, saturated \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"212\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003elapis blue\u003c\/b\u003e base that mimics the deep, cleansing waters. It is crowned with a heavy dusting of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"306\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003egold shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e, representing the remnants of the curse drifting away in the tide. Part of the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"398\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eFerriTales The King Midas Collection\u003c\/b\u003e, it brings a regal and magical touch to your writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e INK-10-FT2412\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Lapis Blue (with Gold Shimmer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/b\u003e 10ml (Glass Ink Pot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003eInk Properties:\u003c\/b\u003e Shimmer Ink (Royal, Saturated Tone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e FerriTales The King Midas Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,5,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47978399203553,"sku":"INK-10-FT2412","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/FWP-TidesOfMidas-10ml.jpg?v=1771202712"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-ambrosia-indulgence-10ml","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - Ambrosia Indulgence (10ml) | FerriTales The King Midas Collection","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eA Feast Fit for the Gods.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eRaise a glass to the opulence of legend with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003eAmbrosia Indulgence\u003c\/b\u003e. Inspired by the overflowing goblets of King Midas’s feast for the satyr Silenus, this ink features a deep, intoxicating \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"226\"\u003eburgundy red\u003c\/b\u003e base. It is infused with a radiant \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"274\"\u003egold shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e, capturing the essence of the \"food of the gods\" and the glitter of a fateful wish. Part of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"383\"\u003eFerriTales The King Midas Collection\u003c\/b\u003e, it brings warmth, richness, and festive elegance to your writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e INK-10-FT2410\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Burgundy Red (with Gold Shimmer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/b\u003e 10ml (Glass Ink Pot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Properties:\u003c\/b\u003e Shimmer Ink (Rich, Wine-toned)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e FerriTales The King Midas Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47978416505057,"sku":"INK-10-FT2410","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/FWP-AmbrosiaIndulgence-10ml.jpg?v=1771203590"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-skies-of-uproar-10ml","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - Skies of Uproar (10ml) | FerriTales Bestiary Collection","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eA Storm for the Ages.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eRide the tempest with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eSkies of Uproar\u003c\/b\u003e. Inspired by a thunderous bolt of lightning splitting the heavens and the legendary Griffin of the Bestiary tales, this ink features an ethereal, dreamlike \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"230\"\u003esky blue\u003c\/b\u003e base. It is violently illuminated by a cosmic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"285\"\u003echampagne shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e, echoing the intense, electrical energy of a storm about to break. Part of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"382\"\u003eFerriTales Bestiary Collection\u003c\/b\u003e, it brings the fierce beauty of a roaring sky right to the tip of your pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e INK-10-FT2523\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Sky Blue (with Champagne Shimmer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/b\u003e 10ml (Glass Ink Pot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Properties:\u003c\/b\u003e Shimmer Ink (Ethereal, Cosmic Tone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e FerriTales Bestiary Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Canada\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48001189085409,"sku":"INK-10-FT2523","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/FWP-SkiesofUproar10ml.jpg?v=1771728706"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-the-twilight-symphony","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - The Twilight Symphony | FerriTales Everlasting Collection","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eA Legacy Written in Indigo and Light.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eWitness a historic milestone in the world of fine writing. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003eThe Twilight Symphony\u003c\/b\u003e is the crowning achievement of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"168\"\u003eEverlasting Collection\u003c\/b\u003e—the first-ever series of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"216\"\u003ePermanent and Archival-grade\u003c\/b\u003e shimmering inks by Ferris Wheel Press. Inspired by the grand halls of Maestro Alero as he composes a symphony intended to echo through eternity, this ink is designed for those who recognize that their words are a permanent part of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnyielding Performance: Permanent \u0026amp; Lightfast.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eEngineered for ultimate endurance, The Twilight Symphony is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003eWater-resistant, Lightfast, and Permanent\u003c\/b\u003e. Once it touches the page, the ink bonds deeply with the fibers, becoming impervious to moisture and the passage of time. Whether you are signing a life-changing contract or journaling your most sacred thoughts, this \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"366\"\u003eDocument-Grade\u003c\/b\u003e formula ensures your legacy will never fade or smudge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Celestial Symphony of Shimmer.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eThe ink features a rich, deep \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003eIndigo\u003c\/b\u003e base, electrified by a mesmerizing \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"105\"\u003eBlue Chameleon Shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e. Unlike ordinary glitter, these color-shifting particles dance across the page like a celestial orchestra, shifting their hue as they catch the light. It is a breathtaking visual performance that proves permanence can be just as magical as any fairytale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Everlasting (Document Grade \/ Permanent)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/b\u003e Water-resistant, Lightfast, Archival Stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Indigo (Deep Navy-Violet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShimmer:\u003c\/b\u003e Blue Chameleon (Color-shifting)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolume Options:\u003c\/b\u003e 20ml Miniature Bottle \/ 85ml Signature Bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"20ml","offer_id":48025862144225,"sku":"INK-20-LE2626","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"85ml","offer_id":48025862176993,"sku":"INK-85-LE2626","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/Copy_of_FWP-Twilight_Symphony_Surreal.jpg?v=1772204935"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-porcelain-past-shading","title":"Ferris Wheel Press \"Porcelain Past\" High Shading Ink (10ml\/38ml)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eA Nostalgic Ode to Elegance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eStep into the refined grace of a bygone era with \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"49\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003ePorcelain Past\u003c\/b\u003e. Part of the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"77\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eLa Belle Époque Collection\u003c\/b\u003e, this ink captures the delicate, quiet beauty of antique fine china and overcast Parisian skies. Its signature \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"215\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eNimbus Blue\u003c\/b\u003e tone is both calm and muted, offering a sophisticated alternative to traditional blues for the discerning writer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eArtistry in Shading\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eAs a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"5\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eStandard Ink (No Shimmer)\u003c\/b\u003e, Porcelain Past relies on its exceptional \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"73\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eShading\u003c\/b\u003e characteristics to tell a story. With every stroke, the ink reveals a beautiful gradient from soft, misty azure to a deeper, rain-cloud grey. This dynamic depth makes it ideal for expressive journaling, sketching, and professional correspondence that requires a touch of poetic soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eDesigned for Every Journey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eCrafted with the signature reliability of Ferris Wheel Press, this ink ensures a smooth and consistent flow in all fountain pens. Whether you are using the iconic \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"163\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e38ml glass bottle\u003c\/b\u003e with its jewelry-inspired brass nut or the portable \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"233\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e10ml miniature pot\u003c\/b\u003e, Porcelain Past brings the timeless elegance of the Belle Époque directly to your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003eInk Tone\u003c\/b\u003e: Nimbus Blue (Muted, Sophisticated Blue-Grey)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e: High Shading, Calm, Muted (Standard Ink)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/b\u003e: None (No Shimmer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/b\u003e: La Belle Époque Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\"\u003eVolume Options\u003c\/b\u003e: 10ml Miniature Bottle \/ 38ml Glass Bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e: Made in UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003eBased in \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"9\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003eGatineau, Quebec\u003c\/b\u003e, Shosai provides curated stationery to enthusiasts across the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"88\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003eNational Capital Region (Ottawa-Gatineau)\u003c\/b\u003e and throughout \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"145\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003eCanada\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":48031665881313,"sku":"INK-10-ED2601","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38ml","offer_id":48031665914081,"sku":"INK-38-ED2601","price":31.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/FWP-PorcelainPastSurreal.jpg?v=1772391005"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-press-rose-at-dawn","title":"Ferris Wheel Press - Rose at Dawn | La Belle Époque Collection","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Symphony of Morning Light.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIlluminate your writing with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eRose at Dawn\u003c\/b\u003e. Part of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"84\"\u003eLa Belle Époque Collection\u003c\/b\u003e, this ink is a breathtaking tribute to the optimism and artistic exuberance of a golden age. Capturing the first rays of sunlight reflecting off a blossoming garden, its \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"281\"\u003eVibrant Pink\u003c\/b\u003e base radiates a sense of joy and new beginnings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCelebrate Every Stroke.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eDesigned to be bright, celebratory, and festive, Rose at Dawn is more than just an ink—it’s an invitation to create. The lively pink tone is electrified by a luxurious \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"192\"\u003eGold Shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e, adding a brilliant, sparkling finish to your calligraphy, journaling, and festive correspondence. Whether you are marking a special milestone or simply adding a touch of magic to your daily writing, this ink delivers a performance that is as spirited as it is elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExquisite Craftsmanship.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eFormulated for a smooth and consistent flow, this shimmering ink is suitable for all fountain pens. Available in the majestic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"151\"\u003e38ml glass bottle\u003c\/b\u003e featuring the signature brass nut, and the charming \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"221\"\u003e10ml miniature pot\u003c\/b\u003e, Rose at Dawn is a must-have for those who find inspiration in the vibrant colors of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Tone:\u003c\/b\u003e Vibrant Pink (Bright, Festive, and Lively)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShimmer:\u003c\/b\u003e Gold Shimmer (Sparkling Finish)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e Celebratory, High Saturation, Shimmering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e La Belle Époque Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolume Options:\u003c\/b\u003e 10ml Miniature Bottle \/ 38ml Glass Bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"20,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":48031713100001,"sku":"INK-10-ED2602","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38ml","offer_id":48031713132769,"sku":"INK-38-ED2602","price":31.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/FWP-RoseAtDawn-Surreal.jpg?v=1772395159"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-032-painter-starry-night-shimmer-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Dominant Industry Pearl 032 Starry Night — Deep Blue, Silver Shimmer \u0026 Violet Shading Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 032 Starry Night — Deep Blue, Silver Shimmer \u0026amp; Violet Shading Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 032 Starry Night\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 25ml shimmer fountain pen ink from the Painter Series — Dominant Industry's art-historical sub-series within the Pearl Collection, dedicated to shimmer inks inspired by the works of the great painters. Pearl 032 draws its palette from Vincent van Gogh's \u003cem\u003eThe Starry Night\u003c\/em\u003e (1889) — one of the most celebrated paintings in the history of Western art, in which Van Gogh rendered the turbulent night sky above Saint-Rémy-de-Provence in swirling brushstrokes of deep blue, illuminated by radiant, pulsing stars. The ink translates that nocturnal vision directly: a deep, saturated blue base that captures the intensity of Van Gogh's night sky, silver and pearlescent shimmer particles that evoke the scattered light of stars and the swirling luminosity of the painting's celestial forms, and a violet shading that deepens and enriches the blue at every pooling point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePart of Dominant Industry's Pearl Collection and an entry in the Painter Series, Pearl 032 is one of the most chromatic and expressive inks in the series. The deep blue base is fully saturated and richly coloured — legible at all nib sizes, vibrant at broader nib sizes, and genuinely evocative of the specific quality of Van Gogh's nocturnal blue. The violet shading adds meaningful tonal depth, transitioning from vivid blue in thinner strokes to a deeper blue-violet at pooling points. The silver shimmer is pearlescent and celestial — evoking starlight and the luminous swirls of Van Gogh's painted sky rather than conventional metallic flash. The bottle continues the Pearl Collection's signature presentation: a 25ml glass bottle with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Pearl 032 Starry Night Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eStarry Night is distinguished within the Painter Series by the combination of a deep, fully saturated base with both shimmer and meaningful shading — three optical effects working simultaneously to produce an ink of unusual chromatic richness. Most shimmer inks sacrifice saturation or shading in favour of shimmer visibility; Starry Night delivers all three without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe violet shading is the ink's most distinctive technical feature. In most blue inks, shading produces darker or lighter areas of the same hue; in Starry Night, the shading shifts toward violet at pooling points, producing a colour that moves between blue and blue-violet depending on ink density. This chromatic shift is precisely the visual quality of Van Gogh's night sky — a blue that is never monochromatic, always moving between cool blue and warm violet in the swirling turbulence of his brushwork. The silver pearlescent shimmer then adds the final dimension: the starlight that punctuates that turbulent blue-violet sky. For those who have admired \u003cem\u003eThe Starry Night\u003c\/em\u003e and wished to write with its colour, Pearl 032 is the most direct possible answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 032 Starry Night is a deep, saturated medium-to-dark blue — a fully chromatic, vivid blue that reads as rich and expressive across all nib sizes. In the bottle, it presents as a bright, deep blue with clear depth and saturation. On the page, it dries to a confident, legible blue that holds its colour energy well: vivid and atmospheric at medium to broad nib sizes, clear and readable even at fine sizes. Writers describe the base as deep blue, bright blue, or a rich saturated blue — a colour that captures the specific quality of Van Gogh's nocturnal sky: intense, atmospheric, and alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium, with violet undertones. Starry Night exhibits meaningful tonal variation between lighter and denser areas of each stroke — a visible transition from vivid blue in hairline strokes to a deeper, richer blue-violet at pooling points and stroke edges. The violet shift in the shading adds a chromatic complexity that goes beyond simple dark-to-light variation: the ink reads as a different colour in dense applications, introducing a warm blue-violet that is entirely consistent with Van Gogh's use of violet and ultramarine in the \u003cem\u003eStarry Night\u003c\/em\u003e sky. On premium papers with medium to broad nibs, the violet shading transition is one of the ink's most rewarding visual characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSilver and pearlescent shimmer particles, medium intensity. The silver shimmer of Starry Night is pearlescent and celestial in character — fine, light-catching particles that evoke the scattered luminosity of stars against a dark sky rather than a boldly metallic surface. Some descriptions note a faint pink quality alongside the dominant silver, producing a silver-pink pearl shimmer that adds a subtle warm dimension to the cool blue base. The shimmer is clearly visible under light, particularly in heavier ink applications and at broader nib sizes, and contributes a genuinely astronomical quality to the written page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShake gently before each use to redistribute settled shimmer particles evenly throughout the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone to negligible. Starry Night does not develop a pronounced traditional metallic sheen. The visual complexity of the ink is carried by the deep blue base, the violet shading, and the silver pearlescent shimmer — a combination that produces a richly atmospheric result without a conventional sheen component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGood. Pearl 032 Starry Night flows at a smooth, reliable rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems — well-balanced and consistent across a range of pen and nib combinations. As with all shimmer inks, regular pen maintenance is recommended to prevent particle accumulation in the feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 30–40 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions (medium nib on Rhodia). The deep, saturated base requires slightly longer drying time than the paler Painter Series entries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Pearl 032 Starry Night is a water-based dye ink with shimmer particle suspension and no meaningful water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Starry Night performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges and no bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur and shimmer expression will be suppressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Pearl 032 Starry Night\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimmer particles settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. A gentle shake before filling ensures even particle distribution and consistent shimmer expression throughout your writing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 032 Starry Night rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the silver shimmer particles to develop fully and the violet shading gradient to express itself:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for shimmer inks; the deep blue base reads at full saturation; violet shading most visible and most expressive; silver pearlescent shimmer develops fully on the surface; the pink shimmer accents most apparent here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent shimmer expression; the silver particles read with crisp luminosity against the deep blue base; violet shading clearly visible; clean stroke edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface supports good shimmer development and shading expression; reliable everyday pairing that brings out the atmospheric depth of the base colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, dependable results; shimmer clearly visible; violet shading well-expressed; a practical everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption suppresses shimmer particles and may flatten the shading gradient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page activates the silver shimmer fully and allows the violet shading to develop from vivid blue to rich blue-violet; the deep base reads with full chromatic presence at broader sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the violet shading dramatically and gives the silver shimmer a dynamic, celestial expression; particularly effective for expressive calligraphic and artistic writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent pairing; high ink volume maximises shimmer expression and ensures even silver particle distribution; the deep saturated base benefits from the generous, consistent flow of eyedropper systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-suited to Starry Night's expressive, painterly character; generous dip pen flow activates shimmer and shading fully; particularly effective for Van Gogh-inspired illustration and night sky-themed artistic work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep base is legible and well-saturated at fine sizes; shimmer present but more restrained; violet shading less visible; fully functional for everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — not recommended for shimmer; risk of particle clogging in narrow feeds; shimmer largely suppressed; the deep base remains legible but loses its atmospheric richness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs with all shimmer inks, flush your pen every 2–4 weeks to prevent metallic particle accumulation in the feed and nib channel. Pearl 032 Starry Night is pH neutral and safe for resin and celluloid pens. Regular cleaning is essential for long-term pen health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt-historical and Post-Impressionist-inspired writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the direct connection to Van Gogh's \u003cem\u003eThe Starry Night\u003c\/em\u003e makes this ink a compelling choice for art history enthusiasts, Van Gogh admirers, and anyone drawn to the expressive intensity of Post-Impressionist painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNight sky and astronomical writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep blue, silver shimmer, and violet shading are a natural pairing for night sky journaling, astronomical observation notes, science writing, and any context where the colour of the night sky is relevant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the violet shading and silver shimmer create a richly layered, atmospheric page quality; stub and italic nibs bring out the ink's full chromatic range; particularly effective for expressive, gestural calligraphic work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and personal writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep, atmospheric blue suits reflective, personal writing where a richly coloured, visually complex ink adds depth and meaning; particularly effective for evening and night-time journaling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and mixed media\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pens and brush application; the silver shimmer and violet shading add Post-Impressionist depth to illustrated pages and mixed media work inspired by Van Gogh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep blue photographs vividly under natural light; the silver pearlescent shimmer is most dramatic in macro shots on Tomoe River; the violet shading shift is most apparent in raking-light photography at pooling points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Painter Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Painter Series is Dominant Industry's art-historical sub-series within the Pearl Collection — a group of shimmer inks inspired by the works of the great painters of the Western tradition. Each Painter Series ink translates the colour language of a specific painting or artistic period into a fountain pen ink with shimmer, sheen, and tonal complexity. Pearl 032 Starry Night draws from Vincent van Gogh's \u003cem\u003eThe Starry Night\u003c\/em\u003e — the turbulent, luminous night sky of one of the most recognised and beloved works of Western art. Each bottle is presented with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Pearl Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Pearl Collection is Dominant Industry's dedicated shimmer ink line — a series of inks formulated around suspended metallic particles in richly coloured dye bases. Each ink in the Pearl Collection is designed to deliver a layered optical experience: a strong base colour, visible shimmer, and in many cases a complementary sheen. The Painter Series represents the Pearl Collection at its most conceptually ambitious — shimmer inks that carry both visual and art-historical depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Dominant Industry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry is a South Korean fountain pen ink brand known for its Pearl Collection shimmer inks and a broad catalogue of richly formulated colours. Founded on a commitment to high-quality ink production, Dominant Industry has built a strong international following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDominant Industry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl Collection — Painter Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl 032 Starry Night\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVincent van Gogh, \u003cem\u003eThe Starry Night\u003c\/em\u003e (1889)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e25ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with cloth bag and ink-assist straw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink with shimmer particles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDeep Saturated Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium; violet undertone shift at pooling points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSilver \/ Pearlescent, medium intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone to negligible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~30–40 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for resin and celluloid pens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium, broad, stub recommended; EF not recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48032480100577,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1.png?v=1772419528"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-031-painter-daydream-shimmer-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Dominant Industry Pearl 031 Daydream — Bubblegum Pink, Silver Shimmer Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 031 Daydream — Bubblegum Pink, Silver Shimmer Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 031 Daydream\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 25ml shimmer fountain pen ink from the Painter Series — Dominant Industry's art-historical sub-series within the Pearl Collection, dedicated to shimmer inks inspired by the works of the great painters. Pearl 031 draws its palette from Alphonse Mucha's celebrated \u003cem\u003eF. Champenois\u003c\/em\u003e poster — one of the defining works of Art Nouveau commercial art, in which Mucha rendered a luminous, warm-toned composition suffused with the soft pinks, warm glowing light, and decorative richness characteristic of his best-known work. The ink translates that warmth and luminosity directly: a vivid, warm bubblegum pink base that is bright and energetic on the page, paired with bright glowing silver shimmer particles that catch the light with a pearlescent, magical quality entirely consistent with Mucha's radiant aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePart of Dominant Industry's Pearl Collection and an entry in the Painter Series — following Pearl 030 Bleuze Hadancourt, also inspired by Mucha — Pearl 031 Daydream represents the warmer, more vivid side of Mucha's palette. Where Bleuze Hadancourt captured the cool, atmospheric blues of Mucha's work, Daydream captures its warmth: the glowing pinks and luminous light that suffuse his most celebrated compositions. The silver shimmer is bright and abundant — a glowing, pearlescent effect described by users as magical and spell-like — and particularly spectacular at medium to broad nib sizes. The bottle continues the Pearl Collection's signature presentation: a 25ml glass bottle with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Pearl 031 Daydream Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDaydream is one of the most immediately joyful inks in the Painter Series — a vivid, warm pink with a silver shimmer so bright and glowing that it reads as genuinely magical on the page. Most pink fountain pen inks are either pale and pastel or bright and saturated; Daydream occupies a distinct middle position: a warm, vivid bubblegum pink that is fully readable and energetic without being aggressive or neon, paired with a silver shimmer that amplifies rather than softens its warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Mucha connection gives Daydream a cultural depth that complements its visual immediacy. Mucha's \u003cem\u003eF. Champenois\u003c\/em\u003e is a work defined by exactly this quality — a warm, luminous pink that radiates light and warmth, decorative and beautiful without being delicate or retiring. Daydream translates that quality into ink: a colour that is warm, bright, and alive, with a silver shimmer that adds a layer of pearlescent luminosity entirely consistent with Mucha's radiant decorative vision. Together with Pearl 030 Bleuze Hadancourt, Daydream forms a Mucha diptych within the Painter Series — cool atmospheric blue and warm glowing pink, two sides of the same Art Nouveau aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 031 Daydream is a warm, vivid bubblegum pink — a bright, saturated pink with warm undertones that reads as energetic and cheerful on the page. In the bottle, it presents as a clear, vivid pink with a warm, luminous quality. On the page, it dries to a confident, readable warm pink that holds its colour energy well across nib sizes — bright and fully saturated at medium to broad nib sizes, and still clearly readable at fine sizes. Writers describe the base as bubblegum pink, warm pink, or cherry blossom pink — a colour that captures the specific quality of Mucha's warm pink tonal palette: glowing, warm, and effortlessly decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Daydream exhibits gentle tonal variation between lighter and denser areas of each stroke — a subtle gradient from a slightly lighter warm pink in hairline strokes to a slightly deeper, richer pink at pooling points. The shading is present but not dramatic, adding a quiet depth to the warm base without producing strong colour separation. The silver shimmer adds the primary visual interest where shading does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSilver shimmer particles, medium to high intensity. The silver shimmer of Daydream is bright, glowing, and abundant — fine-grained silver particles that catch the light with a pearlescent, luminous quality that users consistently describe as magical. Against the warm pink base, the cool silver shimmer produces a warm-cool interplay that is visually dynamic and entirely consistent with Mucha's use of light in his decorative compositions. The shimmer is at its most spectacular at medium to broad nib sizes where ink deposits are generous, and in swab applications where the full shimmer density is visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShake gently before each use to redistribute settled shimmer particles evenly throughout the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone to negligible. Daydream does not develop a pronounced traditional metallic sheen. Some descriptions note a gentle metallic quality at heavier ink deposits on smooth papers, but it is not a defining characteristic. The visual complexity of the ink comes primarily from the warm pink base and the bright silver shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGood. Pearl 031 Daydream flows at a smooth, reliable rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems — well-balanced and consistent across a range of pen and nib combinations. As with all shimmer inks, regular pen maintenance is recommended to prevent particle accumulation in the feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 20 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions — notably fast within the Pearl Collection, making Daydream one of the most practical shimmer inks in the series for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Pearl 031 Daydream is a water-based dye ink with shimmer particle suspension and no meaningful water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Daydream performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges and no bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur and shimmer expression will be suppressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Pearl 031 Daydream\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimmer particles settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. A gentle shake before filling ensures even particle distribution and consistent shimmer expression throughout your writing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 031 Daydream rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the silver shimmer particles to settle on the surface and develop their full glowing quality:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for shimmer inks; slow absorption allows silver shimmer particles to develop fully on the surface; the warm pink base reads at full saturation; the glowing silver shimmer is at its most spectacular here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent shimmer expression; the bright silver particles read with exceptional clarity and luminosity against the warm pink base; clean stroke edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface supports good shimmer development; a reliable everyday pairing that preserves the warm, vivid character of the base colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, dependable results; shimmer clearly visible; the fast 20-second dry time makes this a particularly practical everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption suppresses shimmer particles and may flatten the warm pink base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page activates the silver shimmer fully; the warm pink base reads with full chromatic presence and energy at broader sizes; shimmer most spectacular here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes gives the silver shimmer a dynamic, decorative expression; particularly effective for Art Nouveau-inspired calligraphic and ornamental work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent pairing; high ink volume ensures consistent shimmer particle distribution and maximises the glowing silver shimmer effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-suited to Daydream's warm, decorative character; generous dip pen flow activates the shimmer fully; particularly effective for Mucha-inspired illustration and warm-toned decorative lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the warm pink base is legible and attractive at fine sizes; shimmer present but less abundant; functional for everyday use but does not fully showcase the ink's magical shimmer quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — not recommended; risk of particle clogging; shimmer largely suppressed; the warm base remains readable but loses its pearlescent depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs with all shimmer inks, flush your pen every 2–4 weeks to prevent metallic particle accumulation in the feed and nib channel. Pearl 031 Daydream is pH neutral and safe for resin and celluloid pens. Avoid leaving shimmer inks sitting in a pen for extended periods without use, as particles will settle and may require more thorough cleaning to remove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt Nouveau and Mucha-inspired writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the direct connection to Mucha's \u003cem\u003eF. Champenois\u003c\/em\u003e makes Daydream a natural choice for admirers of Art Nouveau and Mucha's work; used alongside Pearl 030 Bleuze Hadancourt, it forms a Mucha diptych — cool blue and warm pink, two sides of the same decorative vision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring and summer correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the warm bubblegum pink and glowing silver shimmer are a natural pairing for spring and summer seasonal writing, floral-themed stationery, and any correspondence where warmth, joy, and visual richness are the goal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and decorative lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bright silver shimmer and warm pink create a richly luminous page quality; stub and italic nibs bring out the ink's full decorative range; particularly effective for ornamental scripts, wedding calligraphy, and celebratory lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and personal writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the warm, vivid pink suits expressive personal writing where a joyful, visually distinctive ink adds energy and warmth to the page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and mixed media\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pens and brush application; the silver shimmer and warm pink base add Art Nouveau luminosity to illustrated pages, floral illustration, and decorative mixed media work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the warm pink photographs vividly under natural light; the glowing silver shimmer is at its most spectacular in macro shots on Tomoe River; shimmer density most dramatic in swab photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Painter Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Painter Series is Dominant Industry's art-historical sub-series within the Pearl Collection — a group of shimmer inks inspired by the works of the great painters of the Western tradition. Each Painter Series ink translates the colour language of a specific painting or artistic period into a fountain pen ink with shimmer, sheen, and tonal complexity. Pearl 031 Daydream draws from Alphonse Mucha's \u003cem\u003eF. Champenois\u003c\/em\u003e — the warm, glowing pink palette of one of the defining works of Art Nouveau commercial art. Together with Pearl 030 Bleuze Hadancourt, it forms a Mucha diptych within the Painter Series. Each bottle is presented with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Pearl Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Pearl Collection is Dominant Industry's dedicated shimmer ink line — a series of inks formulated around suspended metallic particles in richly coloured dye bases. Each ink in the Pearl Collection is designed to deliver a layered optical experience: a strong base colour, visible shimmer, and in many cases a complementary sheen. The Painter Series represents the Pearl Collection at its most conceptually ambitious — shimmer inks that carry both visual and art-historical depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Dominant Industry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry is a South Korean fountain pen ink brand known for its Pearl Collection shimmer inks and a broad catalogue of richly formulated colours. Founded on a commitment to high-quality ink production, Dominant Industry has built a strong international following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDominant Industry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl Collection — Painter Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl 031 Daydream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAlphonse Mucha, \u003cem\u003eF. Champenois\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e25ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with cloth bag and ink-assist straw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink with shimmer particles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBubblegum Pink \/ Warm Pink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSilver, medium to high intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone to negligible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~20 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for resin and celluloid pens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium, broad, stub recommended; EF\/F not recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48038355960033,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_9c3d0549-cee6-4ba1-a8f7-d6dceb078fb2.png?v=1772484120"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-a12-atlantis","title":"Dominant Industry - A12 Atlantis | Pearl Archiving Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eJourney to the Heart of the Sunken Kingdom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"24\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eA12 Atlantis\u003c\/b\u003e is a cornerstone of the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"61\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\"A Log of Atlantis\" Archiving Series\u003c\/b\u003e. This ink is more than just a writing fluid; it is a tribute to the legendary lost civilization, designed to evoke the ethereal beauty of a kingdom hidden beneath the ocean waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eThe Depth of the Deep Teal Abyss\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eThe base color of Atlantis is a sophisticated \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"46\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eDeep Teal (blue-green)\u003c\/b\u003e. It captures the essence of the Atlantic's sunless depths, providing a moody and atmospheric foundation for your writing. Despite its rich saturation, the ink remains highly legible, making it suitable for both artistic calligraphy and daily journaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eMysterious Sparkling Pearls \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eTo recreate the magical aura of the lost city, Atlantis is infused with high-concentration \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"91\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eblue and pearl-toned shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e. As the ink dries, the blue particles create a subtle color separation from the teal base, mimicking the way light refracts through deep water. The result is a luminous, multidimensional glow that shifts as the paper catches the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eTechnical Excellence \u0026amp; Archiving Ritual \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eAs part of the Archiving collection, this ink is \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"49\" data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003epH-neutral and safe for fountain pens\u003c\/b\u003e. It exhibits exceptional \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"112\" data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eshading\u003c\/b\u003e properties, transitioning from a light aquatic aqua to a dense oceanic teal. We recommend using a medium or broad nib to allow the shimmering pearls to flow freely and showcase their full brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eProduct Specifications \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Dominant Industry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/b\u003e Pearl Series \/ Archiving Series (A Log of Atlantis)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\"\u003eProduct Number:\u003c\/b\u003e No. A12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\"\u003eColor Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Atlantis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,4,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,4,0\"\u003eInspiration:\u003c\/b\u003e The legendary sunken city of Atlantis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,5,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,5,0\"\u003eBase Color:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep Teal \/ Aqua Green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,6,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,6,0\"\u003eShimmer Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Sparkling Blue Pearl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,7,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,7,0\"\u003eInk Properties:\u003c\/b\u003e Shimmer, High Shading, pH Neutral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,8,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,8,0\"\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 25ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,9,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,9,0\"\u003eBottle Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Signature Glass Tear-drop Bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,10,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,10,0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e South Korea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,11,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,11,0\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Recommended for Medium to Broad nibs and Dip pens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,12,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24,12,0\"\u003ePackage Includes:\u003c\/b\u003e 25ml Glass bottle, Dust bag, Mini pipette, Presentation box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,12,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48042445635809,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_e17be90a-18d9-41d1-8a3e-893467ece721.png?v=1772587431"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-006-milky-way-blue-pearl-series","title":"Dominant Industry - 006 Milky Way Blue | Pearl Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48042539188449,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_292a24fb-38fe-4896-b3ad-5c85b687267b.png?v=1772597057"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-007-natural-green","title":"Dominant Industry - 007 Natural Green | Pearl Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48042678157537,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_d1a0aad3-eeb3-427c-8a7b-4aeebc26765e.png?v=1772596922"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-alchemist-c01-philosophers-stone-uv-reactive","title":"Dominant Industry - 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Due to the high concentration of photochromic pigments and pearl particles, it is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003enot compatible with fountain pens\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e Glass pens, dip pen nibs, and brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⚠️ Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not use in fountain pens; it will cause permanent clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48043479498977,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_3d6f2287-2e8f-4ef0-810f-b57f759e6c82.png?v=1772630082"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-alchemist-c02-seraphinite-uv-reactive","title":"Dominant Industry - C02 Seraphinite (Dip Pen Only) | Alchemist Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant: Dip Pen Use Only\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003eAlchemist Series\u003c\/b\u003e ink is a specialized Art Ink formulated for unique visual effects. Due to the high concentration of photochromic pigments and pearl particles, it is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003enot compatible with fountain pens\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e Glass pens, dip pen nibs, and brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⚠️ Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not use in fountain pens; it will cause permanent clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48043515740385,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_87183c1e-b749-4aba-8a79-ec80c93283fa.png?v=1772631772"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-alchemist-c03-alexandrite-uv-reactive","title":"Dominant Industry - C03 Alexandrite (Dip Pen Only) | Alchemist Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant: Dip Pen Use Only\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003eAlchemist Series\u003c\/b\u003e ink is a specialized Art Ink formulated for unique visual effects. Due to the high concentration of photochromic pigments and pearl particles, it is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003enot compatible with fountain pens\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e Glass pens, dip pen nibs, and brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⚠️ Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not use in fountain pens; it will cause permanent clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48043894276321,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_e960895a-826d-4ed8-a9b3-29942d4e2b49.png?v=1772641527"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-alchemist-c04-moonstone-uv-reactive","title":"Dominant Industry - C04 Moonstone (Dip Pen Only) | Alchemist Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant: Dip Pen Use Only\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003eAlchemist Series\u003c\/b\u003e ink is a specialized Art Ink formulated for unique visual effects. Due to the high concentration of photochromic pigments and pearl particles, it is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003enot compatible with fountain pens\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e Glass pens, dip pen nibs, and brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⚠️ Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not use in fountain pens; it will cause permanent clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48044130795745,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_d1ca82d1-1313-4aa7-aa2f-3b74195b6f53.png?v=1772650196"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-alchemist-c07-blue-rose-standard-ink","title":"Dominant Industry - C07 Blue Rose (Dip Pen Only) | Alchemist Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant: Dip Pen Use Only\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003eAlchemist Series\u003c\/b\u003e ink is a specialized Art Ink formulated for unique visual effects. Due to the high concentration of photochromic pigments and pearl particles, it is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003enot compatible with fountain pens\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e Glass pens, dip pen nibs, and brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⚠️ Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not use in fountain pens; it will cause permanent clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48044410405089,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_003c83e6-8c17-4763-a7b9-6c030124f8a9.png?v=1772657422"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-alchemist-c08-pink-robin-standard-ink","title":"Dominant Industry - C08 Pink Robin (Dip Pen Only) | Alchemist Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant: Dip Pen Use Only\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003eAlchemist Series\u003c\/b\u003e ink is a specialized Art Ink formulated for unique visual effects. Due to the high concentration of photochromic pigments and pearl particles, it is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003enot compatible with fountain pens\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e Glass pens, dip pen nibs, and brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⚠️ Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not use in fountain pens; it will cause permanent clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48044502909153,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_3c8fbc76-c3ce-47c0-bc1b-cbf5549f0dcd.png?v=1772661515"},{"product_id":"pilot-iroshizuku-asa-gao-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Pilot Iroshizuku Asa-gao (朝顏) — Vivid Royal Blue, Red-Copper Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Asa-gao (朝顏) — Vivid Royal Blue, Red-Copper Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Asa-gao (朝顏 — literally \u003cem\u003emorning glory\u003c\/em\u003e, the flowering vine whose vivid blue-purple blossoms open at dawn and are among the most beloved flowers of the Japanese summer) is a 50ml fountain pen ink from Pilot's Iroshizuku collection — Japan's most iconic premium ink series, formulated in-house by Pilot and bottled in the distinctive flat-sided glass flask that has become one of the most recognisable objects in fountain pen culture. Asa-gao translates its name directly into colour: a vivid, highly saturated royal blue with a pronounced purple undertone — the specific blue-purple of a morning glory blossom at first light, bright and alive in the way of a flower that holds both blue and violet simultaneously without settling into either. Reviewers describe the colour as blurple — a blue with enough purple presence to be immediately distinctive, enough blue depth to remain fully practical for everyday use. The red-copper sheen that surfaces on premium papers adds an unexpected warm dimension to the cool blue-purple base, and the medium shading gives writing genuine tonal depth and vitality. Asa-gao is a dye-based ink with no shimmer particles; its character comes entirely from colour, shading, and sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku series was conceived as a celebration of Japanese nature and landscape — each ink named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon, each colour formulated to translate that reference into something precise and vivid on the page. Asa-gao is among the series' most versatile and most loved entries: consistently cited as one of the finest blue inks available, widely described as a blue that is never boring, and frequently named as a favourite daily blue by writers who have tried the full range of premium blue inks. The bottle is 50ml glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Iroshizuku Asa-gao Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe royal blue colour space is among the most competitive in fountain pen inks — a category where dozens of inks offer very good blues, but where the difference between a good blue and a genuinely great blue is entirely a function of saturation, undertone, and secondary character. Asa-gao distinguishes itself through the purple undertone. Most royal blues lean either neutral-cool or slightly warm; Asa-gao leans violet — a blue with a distinct purple presence that gives it the specific quality of a morning glory blossom, where the blue and the violet are held together in the same colour rather than resolved into one or the other. The result reads as vivid and distinctive in a way that plain royal blues do not: immediately recognisable as something more considered, more alive, and more rewarding to write with than a standard blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe red-copper sheen is the secondary signature. Most blue inks with purple undertones sheen in the red-to-magenta range, and Asa-gao is no exception — but the sheen is warm and copper-tinged rather than purely red, giving it a specific warmth that complements rather than contrasts with the cool blue-purple base. On Tomoe River and Midori MD with heavy application or broad nibs, the red-copper sheen is clearly and beautifully present at stroke edges and pooling points — a warm halo effect that reviewers describe as one of the most attractive secondary effects in the Iroshizuku catalogue. The medium shading rounds out the ink's character, adding visible tonal depth from lighter blue to deeper blue-violet that gives writing liveliness and dimension without demanding premium paper or specialist nibs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Asa-gao (朝顏) is a vivid, highly saturated royal blue with a pronounced purple or violet undertone — a blue-purple that reviewers consistently describe as blurple: clearly and primarily blue, with enough violet presence to be immediately distinctive and to separate it from both plain royal blues and from more obviously purple inks. In the bottle, it presents as a rich, deep blue-purple with visible jewel-toned depth. On the page, it dries to a fully saturated, confident blue-purple: vivid and alive at all nib sizes, with the purple undertone most apparent at pooling points and broader coverage where the colour deepens. The saturation is high — the colour reads with immediate chromatic force on the page, bright enough to be distinctive, composed enough to be fully practical. In different lighting conditions, the colour may shift slightly toward turquoise or toward red-violet, reflecting the complex blue-purple character of the morning glory flower itself. Reviewers describe the base as vivid royal blue, blue with strong purple undertone, blurple, and one of the finest and most characterful daily blues available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium, well-expressed, and a pleasing complement to the ink's vivid base. Asa-gao shades with a visible tonal gradient that transitions from a lighter, more purely blue tone in fine hairlines and light coverage to a deeper, richer blue-violet at pooling points and heavier stroke widths. The shading is not dramatic in the manner of inks formulated primarily as shading showcase pieces — it is a moderate, well-defined gradient that adds dimension and vitality to writing without dominating the ink's primary visual statement. At fine sizes on everyday papers, the colour reads as close to uniform — clean, consistent, fully saturated royal blue-purple. At medium to broad sizes on quality papers, the gradient from bright blue to deep blue-violet is clearly visible and genuinely beautiful. On absorbent papers (Leuchtturm1917 and comparable), the shading is notably more expressive. Reviewers describe the shading as medium, enough to add layers, and a quality that makes Asa-gao more rewarding to write with than a flat, uniform blue would be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRed-copper sheen, paper- and application-dependent, and a warm, charming secondary characteristic. Asa-gao's sheen is a warm, reddish-copper or copper-red metallic edge that appears at stroke boundaries, pooling points, and large swab surfaces on smooth, slow-absorbing papers with sufficient ink volume — most clearly on Tomoe River and Midori MD paper, where the halo effect at stroke edges is most apparent. In everyday fine-nib writing on standard papers, the sheen is largely invisible or very subtle. In heavy application, broad-nib writing, or large swabs on premium papers, the red-copper edge is clearly and beautifully present — a warm counterpoint to the cool blue-purple base that adds unexpected depth and elegance. Reviewers describe the sheen as ranging from slight to medium to strong red sheen depending on conditions, with those writing on Tomoe River with broader nibs consistently reporting the most spectacular expression. No shimmer; the red-copper effect is entirely sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSmooth, wet, and well-lubricated — characteristic of the Iroshizuku line as a whole. Asa-gao flows freely and consistently across a wide range of nib types and pen bodies, contributing to both comfortable everyday writing and to the ink's shading and sheen expression by ensuring sufficient ink volume at pooling points. A practical, universally well-behaved ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFast — approximately 15 seconds on quality papers. Asa-gao dries quickly enough for practical everyday use without smearing, while allowing the full colour saturation and sheen to develop at pooling points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow to medium. Asa-gao is a water-based dye ink; it will fade or run with significant water exposure but holds some legibility after light moisture contact. Slightly more resistant to cleaning than some other Iroshizuku inks — worth noting for pen maintenance. Not suitable for documents requiring archival permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers (Rhodia, Tomoe River, Clairefontaine, Leuchtturm1917, Midori MD). Well-behaved and clean on fountain-pen-friendly papers. Some feathering may occur on standard copy paper or highly absorbent surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Iroshizuku Asa-gao\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAsa-gao rewards smooth, quality papers that allow the vivid blue-purple saturation, medium shading gradient, and red-copper sheen to develop fully:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the premier recommendation for showcasing Asa-gao's red-copper sheen and full colour expression simultaneously; the slow absorption allows the sheen to develop at maximum intensity at stroke edges and pooling points, producing the most beautiful halo effect; the vivid blue-purple reads with full chromatic depth; the semi-transparent surface showcases the ink's jewel-toned character most beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent surface for sheen expression; the smooth surface allows the red-copper sheen to develop clearly; the vivid blue-purple reads with full saturation and the shading gradient is cleanly expressed; a reliable everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeuchtturm1917\u003c\/strong\u003e — good overall performance with notably more expressive shading than on faster-absorbing papers; the purple undertone is particularly warm and vivid against cream-toned pages; a strong notebook pairing for writers who value visible shading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most reliable everyday pairing; full blue-purple saturation cleanly and consistently expressed; shading visible at medium to broad nib sizes; a strong practical daily option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light (Yamamoto Paper)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent surface for maximum sheen expression; the ultra-smooth, slow-absorbing paper allows the red-copper sheen to develop at full intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers. Fast-absorbing surfaces suppress both shading and sheen, reducing Asa-gao's layered character to a clean but comparatively flat royal blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for full colour depth, shading expression, and sheen development; more ink on the page activates the full tonal gradient from bright royal blue to deep blue-violet and gives the red-copper sheen sufficient surface area to develop; the purple undertone becomes most apparent and most beautiful at broader coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the shading gradient and red-copper sheen most dramatically; the contrast between bright blue thin strokes and deep, copper-sheening pooling points is Asa-gao's most spectacular writing quality; highly effective for calligraphic and expressive writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid royal blue-purple reads with full clarity, saturation, and energy at fine sizes; an excellent everyday pairing; shading less prominent but colour performs at full chromatic force; the purple undertone remains perceptible and distinctive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully functional; the blue-purple base remains vivid and precise; shading largely absent; sheen not visible at this coverage level; a reliable choice for fine annotation and compact writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — high ink volume ensures full colour saturation and consistent shading and sheen expression; the generous Iroshizuku flow benefits from eyedropper capacity; particularly effective for showcasing the red-copper sheen on premium papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for fully showcasing Asa-gao's saturation, shading, and red-copper sheen; broad dip nibs allow large coverage areas that reveal the full sheen effect; effective for decorative writing, morning-glory-inspired illustration, and ink swatch art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Asa-gao (朝顏) is a pH-neutral, dye-based ink safe for all pen materials including resin, celluloid, and ebonite. As a no-shimmer formulation, it carries no particle clogging risk. Note that Asa-gao is slightly more resistant to flushing than some other Iroshizuku inks — flush thoroughly every 4–6 weeks under normal use and ensure complete cleaning when changing inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and personal correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid royal blue-purple is brilliant, fully legible, and immediately distinctive; one of the most characterful and rewarding daily blue inks available; a blue that is never boring and never plain; equally suited to professional and personal writing contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote-taking and study\u003c\/strong\u003e — the fast dry time, smooth flow, and high legibility make Asa-gao an excellent note-taking ink; the vivid blue reads clearly and energetically under all lighting conditions; a natural choice for writers who want a daily blue with genuine chromatic personality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and creative writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the morning glory inspiration, vivid colour, and layered shading give Asa-gao a lively, seasonal character that suits personal journals and creative writing; a colour with the specific energy of early morning and summer flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the medium shading and red-copper sheen are a pleasing combination for decorative calligraphy; stub and italic nibs bring out the full tonal and sheen range; the blue-purple reads with brilliance and warmth in large-format lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pen and brush application; the vivid blue-purple base, medium shading, and red-copper sheen add depth and floral vitality to illustration, botanical art, and mixed media; particularly effective for morning-glory-inspired and summer-themed artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk collection and Iroshizuku series building\u003c\/strong\u003e — Asa-gao is one of the Iroshizuku catalogue's most beloved blue entries and an essential addition to any collection of Japanese inks; pairs naturally with Kon-peki (vivid cerulean), Shin-kai (smoky blue-black), and Yama-budo (fuchsia-purple) for a complete Iroshizuku blue-to-purple palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid blue-purple photographs brilliantly under natural light; the red-copper sheen is most apparent in raking light at stroke edges and swab centers on Tomoe River; a highly photogenic ink with immediate visual appeal and a warm, glowing secondary character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Iroshizuku Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku (色彩雫 — literally \u003cem\u003edrops of colour\u003c\/em\u003e) collection is Pilot's premium fountain pen ink series — a range of sixty inks, each named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon drawn from the Japanese landscape, and each formulated by Pilot's in-house ink chemists to translate that natural reference into a precise, vivid, and beautifully behaved fountain pen ink. The series was first launched in 2008 and has remained, in the years since, the benchmark against which Japanese premium inks are measured: consistent, safe for all pens, beautifully bottled in the flat-sided 50ml glass flask with its built-in ink well, and formulated to a quality standard that has established Pilot as one of the world's great fountain pen ink makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Corporation is one of Japan's oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers, founded in 1918 and producing fountain pens, inks, and writing instruments for over a century. Pilot's commitment to precision manufacturing and ink formulation is reflected throughout the Iroshizuku line — inks that are among the most consistently well-reviewed, most widely used, and most beloved in the global fountain pen community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIroshizuku (色彩雫)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAsa-gao (朝顏)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMorning glory flower, Japanese summer flora\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml glass bottle with built-in ink well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVivid royal blue with pronounced purple \/ violet undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium; bright royal blue to deep blue-violet gradient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRed-copper sheen; present on premium papers with heavier application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSmooth, wet, well-lubricated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFast; approximately 15 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow to medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for all pen materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes; medium, broad, stub, and dip pen recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48045408911585,"sku":null,"price":40.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/INK-50-AS_1.jpg?v=1772674692"},{"product_id":"pilot-iroshizuku-fuyu-syogun-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Pilot Iroshizuku Fuyu-syogun (冬将軍) — Cool Blue-Grey, Expressive Shading Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Fuyu-syogun (冬将軍) — Cool Blue-Grey, Expressive Shading Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Fuyu-syogun (冬将軍 — literally \u003cem\u003eWinter General\u003c\/em\u003e, the Japanese personification of the bitter cold that sweeps down from the north each winter) is a 50ml fountain pen ink from Pilot's Iroshizuku collection — Japan's most iconic premium ink series, formulated in-house by Pilot and bottled in the distinctive flat-sided glass flask that has become one of the most recognisable objects in fountain pen culture. Fuyu-syogun translates its name into colour with precision and restraint: a cool, medium grey with a distinct blue-violet undertone — the specific grey of a winter sky heavy with snow, where cold air turns the atmosphere a composed, luminous blue-grey that is neither purely neutral nor obviously blue, but something more atmospheric and more alive than either. Its most celebrated characteristic is an expressive, high-range shading that transitions from a pale ash grey in fine strokes to a deeper charcoal or storm-cloud grey at pooling points — a gradient that gives writing the tonal depth and layered quality of watercolour, and that reviewers consistently describe as one of the most beautiful shading effects in any grey ink. Fuyu-syogun is a dye-based ink with no shimmer and no sheen; its entire visual character comes from colour and shading alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku series was conceived as a celebration of Japanese nature and landscape — each ink named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon, each colour formulated to translate that reference into something precise and vivid on the page. Fuyu-syogun brings a winter voice to the series — a grey that is not dead or flat but alive with cold atmospheric depth and a shading quality that makes it one of the most expressive and most quietly beautiful grey inks available. The bottle is 50ml glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Iroshizuku Fuyu-syogun Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGrey inks are among the most demanding in fountain pen use — a colour space where the difference between a flat, lifeless grey and a genuinely beautiful grey is entirely a function of undertone, shading, and atmospheric depth. Most grey inks resolve into one of two types: warm-neutral greys that read as utilitarian and slightly brown, or cool-neutral greys that read as clean but characterless. Fuyu-syogun does neither. The blue-violet undertone gives it a specific atmospheric quality — the cool, slightly purple-blue grey of a winter sky before snow — that makes it immediately distinctive among grey inks, and that reads as composed and elegant rather than neutral or lifeless. On white paper it reads cool and slightly blue-grey; on cream-toned paper it warms slightly, showing more of the violet depth; at fine sizes it presents as a clean, pale grey-blue; at broad coverage it deepens into a richer, more atmospheric charcoal grey that genuinely suggests storm cloud and winter weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe shading is the defining characteristic. Reviewers consistently describe Fuyu-syogun as having plenty of shading and high shading — a wide, clearly expressed tonal gradient that moves from pale ash grey to deep charcoal or storm-cloud grey within a single written stroke, encompassing the full atmospheric range of a winter sky within each line. The gradient has the layered quality of watercolour wash — a blue-violet transition that runs through the shading from light to dark — and is most spectacular on quality papers with broad or stub nibs, where the full tonal range is most apparent. For a grey ink, the shading is extraordinarily expressive: it gives Fuyu-syogun a liveliness and depth that most grey inks simply do not have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Fuyu-syogun (冬将軍) is a cool, medium grey with a pronounced blue-violet undertone — a composed, atmospheric grey that reads as neither purely neutral nor obviously blue, but as something more precise and more alive: the specific grey of cold winter air and a sky heavy with snow. In the bottle, it presents as a deep grey-blue with visible cool depth. On the page, it dries to a layered, atmospheric grey: paler and more translucent in fine strokes, revealing a clean pale grey-blue; deeper and more saturated at broader coverage, where the blue-violet undertone is most apparent and the grey takes on the specific quality of storm cloud or charcoal. The colour is fully legible at all nib sizes — restrained and elegant at fine sizes, atmospheric and deeply expressive at broad coverage. Reviewers describe the base as cool medium grey, blue-grey with violet undertone, winter sky grey, and a grey that looks flat from a distance and reveals layers up close — a colour with the specific quiet intensity of a Japanese winter landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium to high, expressive, and among the most celebrated in the Iroshizuku catalogue for a non-chromatic colour. Fuyu-syogun's shading is its defining characteristic — a clearly visible, wide-range tonal gradient that transitions from a pale, luminous ash grey in fine hairlines and light coverage to a deeper, richer charcoal or storm-cloud grey at pooling points and heavier stroke widths, with a blue-violet transition running through the gradient from light to dark. The shading range is wide enough to be genuinely dramatic at medium to broad nib sizes on quality papers, and clearly visible even at fine sizes on slow-absorbing surfaces. Reviewers describe the shading consistently as plenty of shading, high shading, and noticeable — a gradient with the layered, watercolour quality of actual winter cloud cover, more expressive and more beautiful than the restrained base colour suggests. On Tomoe River and Rhodia with medium to broad or stub nibs, the full shading range is most apparent and most rewarding; with stub and italic nibs, the contrast between pale hairline strokes and deep charcoal pooling points is Fuyu-syogun's most spectacular writing quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Fuyu-syogun does not develop a sheen on any paper or under any writing conditions. All professional evaluations confirm the absence of sheen — no red, green, or metallic edge at stroke boundaries, no surface flash at pooling points. The ink's visual character is entirely clean and contained: cool blue-grey base, expressive shading gradient, and nothing further. Writers who value a pure, unadorned grey without the complexity of sheen will find Fuyu-syogun particularly satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSmooth, wet, and well-lubricated — characteristic of the Iroshizuku line as a whole. Fuyu-syogun flows freely and consistently across a wide range of nib types and pen bodies, contributing to both comfortable everyday writing and to the ink's expressive shading by ensuring sufficient ink volume at pooling points. The generous flow dries in approximately 8 to 15 seconds depending on paper, making it a practical choice for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFast to moderate — approximately 8 to 15 seconds depending on paper. Fuyu-syogun dries quickly enough for practical everyday use while allowing the full shading gradient to develop at pooling points and stroke edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium, and notably good within the Iroshizuku dye-based line. Fuyu-syogun holds against water exposure better than many Iroshizuku inks — text remains legible after water contact, though the ink is not waterproof. A practical choice for everyday writing contexts where occasional moisture exposure is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers (Rhodia, Tomoe River, Clairefontaine, Leuchtturm1917, Midori MD). Well-behaved and clean on fountain-pen-friendly papers across all nib sizes. Some feathering may occur on standard copy paper or highly absorbent surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Iroshizuku Fuyu-syogun\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFuyu-syogun rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the cool blue-grey saturation and wide shading gradient to develop fully:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the premier recommendation for showcasing Fuyu-syogun's full shading range; the slow absorption allows the tonal gradient from pale ash grey to deep charcoal storm-cloud grey to develop at full width at stroke edges and pooling points; the blue-violet undertone is most apparent here; the semi-transparent surface showcases the ink's atmospheric layered quality most beautifully; the shading gradient has a genuine watercolour quality on Tomoe River with broad or stub nibs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most reliable everyday pairing; the cool blue-grey reads cleanly and with full composure; shading clearly visible at medium to broad nib sizes; a strong practical daily option that brings out the ink's professional restrained character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeuchtturm1917\u003c\/strong\u003e — good overall performance; full colour expression; shading clearly visible; the cool blue-grey reads particularly well against cream-toned pages, where the violet undertone is slightly warmer and more apparent; a strong notebook pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth, reliable performance; full colour development; shading expression good at medium to broad nib sizes; a natural pairing for journaling and personal writing; the cool grey reads with atmospheric depth on MD's slightly warm surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light (Yamamoto Paper)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent surface for maximum shading expression; the ultra-smooth, slow-absorbing paper allows the full tonal gradient from pale grey to deep charcoal to develop at full intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers. Fast-absorbing surfaces suppress shading, reducing Fuyu-syogun's atmospheric layered character to a clean but comparatively flat cool grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for full shading expression; more ink on the page activates the full tonal gradient from pale ash grey to deep charcoal storm-cloud grey; the blue-violet undertone becomes most apparent and most atmospheric at broader coverage; the most rewarding pairing for quality paper use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most spectacular pairing for Fuyu-syogun's shading; the dramatic variation between pale, translucent thin strokes and deep charcoal pooling points showcases the ink's full tonal range most expressively; the watercolour-quality shading gradient is most apparent with stub nibs on Tomoe River; highly effective for calligraphic and expressive writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cool blue-grey reads with full restraint and elegance at fine sizes; a practical, quietly beautiful everyday pairing; shading softer but perceptible on quality papers; the colour performs as a clean, composed cool grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully functional; the cool grey base remains clean and legible; shading largely absent; a reliable choice for fine annotation and compact writing where the restrained cool grey character is valued\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — high ink volume ensures full colour saturation and consistent shading expression; particularly effective for showcasing the ink's full tonal range on premium papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for fully showcasing Fuyu-syogun's shading range; broad dip nibs allow large coverage areas that reveal the full tonal gradient from pale grey to deep charcoal; effective for winter-themed illustration, atmospheric artwork, and ink swatch art; the watercolour-quality shading is particularly effective in brush pen applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Fuyu-syogun (冬将軍) is a pH-neutral, dye-based ink safe for all pen materials including resin, celluloid, and ebonite. As a no-shimmer formulation, it carries no particle clogging risk and is low-maintenance across all pen types. Flush every 4–6 weeks under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and professional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cool blue-grey is restrained, fully legible, and quietly distinctive; a sophisticated alternative to standard black or blue-black for writers who want a daily ink with genuine atmospheric character; professional enough for formal contexts, distinctive enough to be immediately recognisable as something considered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote-taking and study\u003c\/strong\u003e — the fast dry time, smooth flow, and high legibility make Fuyu-syogun an excellent note-taking ink; the cool grey reads clearly under all lighting conditions; a natural choice for writers who prefer a softer, lower-contrast ink for extended writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSketching and illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e — the expressive shading gradient and watercolour-quality tonal range make Fuyu-syogun exceptional for sketching, grey-wash illustration, and mixed media; dip pens and brush pens reveal the full tonal range most effectively; particularly effective for winter landscape, architectural, and atmospheric illustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and creative writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Winter General inspiration and layered atmospheric shading give Fuyu-syogun a quiet, seasonal depth that suits personal journals and reflective writing; a colour with the specific mood of cold weather, grey sky, and winter stillness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wide shading gradient is a compelling tool for expressive calligraphy; stub and italic nibs bring out the full tonal range from pale to deep; the cool blue-grey reads with restrained elegance in large-format lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk collection and Iroshizuku series building\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fuyu-syogun is the Iroshizuku catalogue's most expressive grey and an essential entry for any collection of Japanese inks; pairs naturally with Kon-peki (vivid cerulean), Shin-kai (smoky blue-black), and Tsuki-yo (deep teal blue-black) for a complete Iroshizuku cool-toned palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cool blue-grey photographs with atmospheric depth under natural light; the shading gradient is most dramatic on Tomoe River with stub or broad nibs; particularly effective in flat-lay photography where the tonal range from pale grey to deep charcoal is most visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Iroshizuku Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku (色彩雫 — literally \u003cem\u003edrops of colour\u003c\/em\u003e) collection is Pilot's premium fountain pen ink series — a range of sixty inks, each named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon drawn from the Japanese landscape, and each formulated by Pilot's in-house ink chemists to translate that natural reference into a precise, vivid, and beautifully behaved fountain pen ink. The series was first launched in 2008 and has remained, in the years since, the benchmark against which Japanese premium inks are measured: consistent, safe for all pens, beautifully bottled in the flat-sided 50ml glass flask with its built-in ink well, and formulated to a quality standard that has established Pilot as one of the world's great fountain pen ink makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Corporation is one of Japan's oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers, founded in 1918 and producing fountain pens, inks, and writing instruments for over a century. Pilot's commitment to precision manufacturing and ink formulation is reflected throughout the Iroshizuku line — inks that are among the most consistently well-reviewed, most widely used, and most beloved in the global fountain pen community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIroshizuku (色彩雫)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFuyu-syogun (冬将軍)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWinter General, cold winter sky, Japanese seasonal personification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml glass bottle with built-in ink well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCool medium grey with blue-violet undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium to high; pale ash grey to deep charcoal gradient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSmooth, wet, well-lubricated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFast to moderate; approximately 8–15 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for all pen materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes; medium, broad, stub, and dip pen recommended for shading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48045436207329,"sku":null,"price":40.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/INK-50-FS_1.jpg?v=1772676223"},{"product_id":"pilot-iroshizuku-kon-peki-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-peki (紺碧) — Vivid Cerulean Blue, Red Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Kon-peki (紺碧) — Vivid Cerulean Blue, Red Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Kon-peki (紺碧 — literally \u003cem\u003edeep cerulean\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eazure\u003c\/em\u003e, the word used in Japanese poetry and classical literature for the intense, saturated blue of a clear midsummer sky) is a 50ml fountain pen ink from Pilot's Iroshizuku collection — Japan's most iconic premium ink series, formulated in-house by Pilot and bottled in the distinctive flat-sided glass flask that has become one of the most recognisable objects in fountain pen culture. Kon-peki translates its name directly and completely into colour: a vivid, highly saturated cerulean blue with a slight teal or turquoise inflection, brilliant and alive on the page in the way of a clear summer sky at midday — not a corporate blue, not a grey-blue, not a muted navy, but a pure, vibrant, high-energy blue that reads with immediate chromatic force and a lively depth that rewards extended use. Its most celebrated secondary characteristic is a red or pink-red sheen that surfaces on premium papers under the right conditions — a warm, candy-red flash at stroke edges and pooling points that surprises and delights writers encountering it for the first time, and that rewards premium paper use consistently. Kon-peki is a dye-based ink with no shimmer particles; everything it does, it does through colour, shading, and sheen alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku series was conceived as a celebration of Japanese nature and landscape — each ink named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon, each colour formulated to translate that reference into something precise and vivid on the page. Kon-peki is among the series' most iconic and best-loved entries: widely praised as one of the most beautiful pure blues in fountain pen inks, and consistently cited alongside Pelikan Edelstein Topaz as a benchmark cerulean blue — with reviewers noting that Kon-peki is more saturated and more deeply alive than comparable inks in the colour space. The bottle is 50ml glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Iroshizuku Kon-peki Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe cerulean blue colour space is one of the most appealing in fountain pen inks — and one of the most demanding to execute well. Blues that read too bright become aggressive; blues that read too muted lose the specific energy that makes cerulean compelling; blues that lean too teal lose their pure blue character. Kon-peki navigates the space with the precision that defines the best Iroshizuku formulations: fully saturated and brilliantly alive without being harsh, clearly and purely blue without being flat, with a slight teal inflection that adds depth and complexity without pulling the colour away from its cerulean identity. The result is a blue that reads as simultaneously vibrant and refined — the blue of a midsummer sky at its most intense, translated precisely into ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat makes Kon-peki extraordinary beyond its colour is the red sheen. Most pure blues do not sheen — or sheen weakly. Kon-peki sheens with a warm, candy-red or pink-red flash that appears at stroke edges, pooling points, and across swab surfaces on premium papers with sufficient ink volume. Reviewers consistently describe the sheen as surprising, beautiful, and immediately memorable — a warm red counterpoint to the vivid cool blue base that transforms Kon-peki from a very fine blue into something genuinely spectacular on the right paper. Many writers describe discovering the sheen as a revelation: an effect that nobody told them about, that appears when they first write on quality paper, and that immediately justifies the ink's reputation as one of the Iroshizuku catalogue's most celebrated colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Kon-peki (紺碧) is a vivid, highly saturated cerulean or deep azure blue — a pure, brilliant blue with a slight teal or turquoise inflection that gives it depth and complexity without pulling it toward green or grey. In the bottle, it presents as a rich, vibrant, jewel-toned blue with visible depth and energy. On the page, it dries to a confident, fully saturated cerulean blue: vivid and brilliant at all nib sizes, with the slight teal inflection most apparent at broader coverage where the ink pools. The colour is high-contrast and immediately striking — not a subtle or restrained blue, but a pure, alive cerulean that reads with the specific intensity of midsummer sky. Reviewers describe the base as vivid cerulean blue, deep azure, brilliant blue, and one of the most beautiful pure blues in fountain pen inks — more saturated and more alive than comparable blues including Pelikan Edelstein Topaz, and a colour that is immediately distinctive and immediately rewarding to write with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow to medium, refined, and elegantly expressed. Kon-peki's shading is not its primary visual characteristic — the colour and sheen carry that distinction — but it is present and adds genuine dimension to writing, particularly at broader nib sizes and on papers that allow ink to dwell. In fine nibs, the ink reads as close to uniform — clean, consistent, fully saturated cerulean. In medium to broad nibs and with wet writing on quality papers, a soft, graceful gradient appears: from a slightly lighter, more luminous blue in hairlines to a deeper, more saturated cerulean at pooling points. The shading is deliberately restrained — elegant rather than dramatic, adding depth and liveliness without calling attention to itself or interrupting the ink's primary visual statement. Reviewers describe the shading as subtle and refined for a vivid, saturated blue — just enough to add dimension, not enough to distract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRed \/ pink-red sheen, clearly present on premium papers, and one of Kon-peki's most celebrated characteristics. The sheen is Kon-peki's signature secondary effect — a warm, candy-red or pink-red metallic flash that appears at stroke edges, pooling points, and across swab surfaces when the ink dries in sufficient quantity on smooth, slow-absorbing paper. On Tomoe River and comparable premium Japanese papers with wet, broad writing, the sheen is clearly and beautifully present — a warm red edge and surface flash that contrasts vividly with the cool cerulean base, and that reviewers describe as one of the most beautiful sheen effects in the Iroshizuku catalogue. In normal everyday writing on standard papers, the sheen is subtle or absent; on premium papers with broader nibs or large swab coverage, it is one of the most rewarding sheen effects in any blue ink. Many writers encounter the sheen for the first time on quality paper and describe the experience as a revelation — a warm, red surprise from an ink that presents as purely and brilliantly blue. No shimmer; the red effect is entirely sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eVery wet, smooth, and well-lubricated — characteristic of the Iroshizuku line as a whole. Kon-peki flows freely and generously across a wide range of nib types and pen bodies, contributing to both comfortable everyday writing and to the ink's sheen expression by ensuring sufficient ink volume at pooling points and stroke edges. The generous flow is consistent with Kon-peki's reputation as an easy, universally well-behaved ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModerate, consistent with other Iroshizuku inks. Kon-peki dries at a practical rate on quality papers — fast enough for most writing contexts, slow enough to develop full colour saturation and sheen expression at pooling points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Kon-peki is a water-based dye ink with no meaningful water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity or water-resistant permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers (Rhodia, Tomoe River, Clairefontaine, Leuchtturm1917, Midori MD). Well-behaved and clean on fountain-pen-friendly papers. Some feathering may occur on standard copy paper or highly absorbent surfaces, though Kon-peki performs better than many saturated inks on everyday papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Iroshizuku Kon-peki\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKon-peki rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the vivid cerulean saturation, elegant shading gradient, and red sheen to develop fully together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the premier recommendation for showcasing Kon-peki's red sheen and full colour expression simultaneously; the slow absorption allows the sheen to develop at maximum intensity at stroke edges and pooling points; the vivid cerulean reads with full chromatic brilliance; the semi-transparent surface showcases the ink's depth and the red sheen contrast most dramatically; premium Japanese papers in general are the preferred surface for Kon-peki's sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most reliable everyday pairing; the vivid cerulean reads cleanly and with full saturation; shading softly visible at medium to broad nib sizes; sheen less prominent but present in good light; the cerulean reads at its most professional and high-contrast on these papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeuchtturm1917\u003c\/strong\u003e — good overall performance; full vivid cerulean saturation; shading and sheen visible; the brilliant blue reads particularly well against cream-toned pages; a strong notebook pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack n' Red and slower-absorbing papers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kon-peki's shading is notably more expressive on slower-absorbing papers that are not the typical premium fountain pen paper; writers who want more visible shading from Kon-peki may find these surfaces rewarding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth, reliable performance; full colour development; shading expression good at medium to broad nib sizes; a practical everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers. Fast-absorbing surfaces suppress both shading and sheen, reducing Kon-peki to a clean but comparatively flat cerulean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for full colour depth, shading expression, and sheen development; more ink on the page activates the elegant shading gradient and gives the red sheen sufficient surface area to develop; the vivid cerulean reads with maximum chromatic brilliance and depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the shading gradient and red sheen most dramatically; the contrast between brilliant thin cerulean hairlines and warm red-sheening pooling points is Kon-peki's most spectacular writing quality; highly effective for calligraphic and expressive writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid cerulean reads with full brilliance, clarity, and energy at fine sizes; an excellent everyday pairing that showcases the colour at its most pure and saturated; shading minimal but colour performs at full chromatic force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully functional; the cerulean base remains vivid and precise; shading largely absent; sheen not visible at this coverage level; a reliable choice for fine annotation and compact writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — high ink volume ensures full colour saturation and consistent sheen expression; the generous wet flow of Kon-peki benefits from eyedropper capacity; particularly effective for showcasing the red sheen on premium papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for fully showcasing Kon-peki's saturation and red sheen; broad dip nibs allow large coverage areas that reveal the full sheen effect; effective for expressive writing, summer sky-inspired illustration, and ink swatch art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Kon-peki (紺碧) is a pH-neutral, dye-based ink safe for all pen materials including resin, celluloid, and ebonite. As a no-shimmer formulation, it carries no particle clogging risk and is low-maintenance across all pen types. Flush every 4–6 weeks under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and personal correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid cerulean is brilliant, fully legible, and immediately distinctive; a strong personal statement in journals, correspondence, and notebooks; one of the most characterful and most rewarding daily blue inks available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote-taking and study\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow, moderate dry time, and high legibility make Kon-peki an excellent note-taking ink; the vivid cerulean reads clearly and energetically under all lighting conditions; a natural choice for writers who want a daily blue with genuine chromatic character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the red sheen and elegant shading are a compelling combination for decorative calligraphy; stub and italic nibs bring out the full tonal and sheen range; the vivid cerulean reads with brilliance and energy in large-format lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and creative writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the midsummer sky inspiration and vivid, alive character of Kon-peki make it a natural choice for personal journals and creative writing; a colour with energy, clarity, and seasonal warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pen and brush application; diluted, Kon-peki produces a beautiful range of water-blue tones suitable for illustration, watercolour work, and mixed media; the vivid base and red sheen add depth and visual interest to blue-themed artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk collection and Iroshizuku series building\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kon-peki is one of the Iroshizuku catalogue's most iconic colours and an essential entry for any collection of Japanese inks; pairs naturally with Shin-kai (smoky blue-black), Tsuki-yo (deep teal blue-black), and Rikka (icy cool blue) for a complete Iroshizuku blue palette ranging from vivid cerulean to deep smoky blue-black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid cerulean photographs brilliantly under natural light; the red sheen is most apparent in raking light at stroke edges and swab centers on Tomoe River; one of the most photogenic inks in the Iroshizuku catalogue and a perennial favourite in fountain pen community photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Iroshizuku Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku (色彩雫 — literally \u003cem\u003edrops of colour\u003c\/em\u003e) collection is Pilot's premium fountain pen ink series — a range of sixty inks, each named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon drawn from the Japanese landscape, and each formulated by Pilot's in-house ink chemists to translate that natural reference into a precise, vivid, and beautifully behaved fountain pen ink. The series was first launched in 2008 and has remained, in the years since, the benchmark against which Japanese premium inks are measured: consistent, safe for all pens, beautifully bottled in the flat-sided 50ml glass flask with its built-in ink well, and formulated to a quality standard that has established Pilot as one of the world's great fountain pen ink makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Corporation is one of Japan's oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers, founded in 1918 and producing fountain pens, inks, and writing instruments for over a century. Pilot's commitment to precision manufacturing and ink formulation is reflected throughout the Iroshizuku line — inks that are among the most consistently well-reviewed, most widely used, and most beloved in the global fountain pen community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIroshizuku (色彩雫)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eKon-peki (紺碧)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDeep cerulean, midsummer sky, Japanese classical poetry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml glass bottle with built-in ink well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVivid cerulean \/ deep azure blue with slight teal undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow to medium; subtle gradient from lighter to deeper cerulean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRed \/ pink-red sheen; clearly present on premium papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVery wet, smooth, well-lubricated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for all pen materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes; medium, broad, stub, and dip pen recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48048794861793,"sku":null,"price":40.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/INK-50-KO_1.jpg?v=1772736748"},{"product_id":"pilot-iroshizuku-rikka-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Pilot Iroshizuku Rikka (六花) — Icy Cool Blue, Medium Shading Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Rikka (六花) — Icy Cool Blue, Medium Shading Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Rikka (六花 — literally \u003cem\u003esnow crystal\u003c\/em\u003e, the poetic Japanese word for a snowflake) is a fountain pen ink from Pilot's Iroshizuku collection — Japan's most iconic premium ink series, formulated in-house by Pilot and bottled in the distinctive flat-sided glass flask that has become one of the most recognisable objects in fountain pen culture. Introduced in 2024 alongside To-Ro and Syun-Gyo as part of the Iroshizuku series expansion, Rikka is Pilot's official vision of winter light translated into ink: an icy, cool blue with a distinct teal or blue-green undertone, capturing the specific quality of a snowflake falling through clear winter sky — pure, luminous, and quietly intense. It is accompanied by a medium shading that transitions clearly from a lighter, more translucent blue in fine strokes to a richer, more saturated tone at pooling points, and a soft pink or red sheen that surfaces on premium papers under the right conditions. Rikka is a dye-based ink with no shimmer particles; its character comes entirely from colour, shading, and sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku series was conceived as a celebration of Japanese nature and landscape — each ink named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon, each colour formulated to translate that reference into something precise and vivid on the page. Rikka brings a winter voice to the series: a cool, clear blue that reviewers describe as quietly elegant, fantastically well-formulated, and immediately distinctive among blue inks for its specific icy teal quality. Available in both 15ml and 50ml glass bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Iroshizuku Rikka Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe blue ink space is vast, and within it, icy cool blues with teal undertones occupy a specific and appealing niche — clean and fresh without being corporate, cool and composed without being cold. Rikka occupies this space with the precision that defines the best Iroshizuku formulations. It is not a navy, not a sky blue, not a pure teal — it is something between all three: a medium blue with a clear green-cool inflection that gives it a luminous, crystalline quality on the page. Wet, it reads as a fuller, more saturated blue; dry, it settles into a cleaner, more translucent icy blue that suggests winter light rather than summer sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat makes Rikka compelling beyond its base colour is how it behaves at the intersection of shading and sheen. The medium shading gives writing genuine tonal depth — a visible gradient from lighter, more crystalline blue in hairlines to deeper, more saturated tone at pooling points — that rewards broader nibs and quality papers without being inaccessible at fine sizes. The soft pink sheen, visible on Tomoe River and similar premium surfaces, adds an unexpected warm edge to the ink's cool character: a subtle, elegant counterpoint that reviewers describe as quietly spectacular in the right light. Pilot describes Rikka as capturing the pure, intense clarity of a frost scene — and the ink delivers exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Rikka (六花) is a medium blue with a distinct cool teal or blue-green undertone — an icy, luminous blue that is neither a pure sky blue nor a saturated teal, but a clear, crystalline blue that reads as fresh, cool, and quietly distinctive on the page. In the bottle, it presents as a bright, cool blue with visible green complexity. On the page, it dries to a cleaner, more translucent icy blue: more saturated and slightly greener while wet; lighter and more purely blue as it dries, with the teal undertone remaining as a cool inflection that separates it from warmer or more neutral blues. The colour is fully legible at all nib sizes — bright and airy in fine strokes, richer and more saturated at broader coverage. Reviewers describe the base as icy cool blue, light-to-medium blue with a green hint, winter blue, and a colour with quiet elegance — distinctive in its specific cool-teal quality without being unusual or difficult to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium, clearly present, and well-expressed. Rikka shades with a visible tonal gradient that transitions from a lighter, more translucent, more purely blue tone in fine hairlines and light coverage to a deeper, more saturated blue at pooling points and heavier stroke widths. The shading is not dramatic in the manner of inks formulated primarily as shading showcase pieces, but it is clearly and consistently present across a range of nib sizes and paper types — a clean, well-defined gradient that adds dimension and crystalline depth to writing. On Tomoe River and similar premium slow-absorbing papers with medium to broad nibs, the full shading range from translucent light blue to richer deeper blue is most apparent and most rewarding. Fine nibs show a softer gradient, but the shading remains perceptible on quality papers. Reviewers describe the shading as moderate and expressive for a light-to-medium blue — more tonal depth than the cool, clean base colour suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSoft pink or red sheen, low intensity, paper-dependent. Rikka's sheen is a subtle secondary characteristic — a warm pink or pinkish-red edge that appears at stroke boundaries, pooling points, and across swab surfaces on smooth, slow-absorbing papers (Tomoe River and comparable premium surfaces) with sufficient ink volume. On Rhodia and comparable papers, the sheen is largely absent or very weak. On everyday copy paper, it is invisible. The sheen is not a dominant or spectacular effect in the manner of strong sheening inks — it is a soft, warm counterpoint to the ink's cool icy-blue base, visible most clearly in raking light and most rewarding on premium papers with broader writing. No shimmer; the pink-red effect is entirely sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSmooth, consistent, and well-lubricated — characteristic of the Iroshizuku line as a whole. Rikka flows at a moderate, well-controlled rate across a wide range of nib types and pen bodies: not the wettest ink in the Iroshizuku line, but generously lubricated and reliably consistent. The moderate flow contributes to the ink's shading behaviour and ensures comfortable, practical performance across all pen configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModerate — approximately 20 seconds on quality papers with a medium nib. Rikka dries at a practical rate suitable for everyday use without smearing, while allowing sufficient wet time for shading and sheen to develop at pooling points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium. Rikka holds against light moisture exposure better than many dye-based inks, retaining some text legibility after minor water contact. Not waterproof and not suitable for documents requiring archival permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers (Rhodia, Tomoe River, Clairefontaine, Leuchtturm1917, Midori MD). Well-behaved and clean on fountain-pen-friendly papers. Some feathering may occur on standard copy paper or highly absorbent surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Iroshizuku Rikka\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRikka rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the icy cool blue saturation, medium shading gradient, and soft pink sheen to develop fully together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the premier recommendation for showcasing Rikka's full shading range and soft pink sheen; the slow absorption allows the tonal gradient from translucent light blue to richer deeper blue to develop at stroke edges and pooling points; the pink sheen appears most clearly here in raking light; the semi-transparent surface showcases the ink's crystalline colour depth beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most reliable everyday pairing; the icy cool blue reads cleanly and with full saturation; shading clearly visible at medium to broad nib sizes; sheen largely absent but the cool, clean blue reads at its most luminous and precise; a strong practical daily option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeuchtturm1917\u003c\/strong\u003e — good overall performance; full colour expression; shading clearly visible; the cool blue reads particularly well against cream-toned pages, where the teal undertone is most apparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth, reliable performance; full colour development; shading expression good at medium to broad nib sizes; a natural pairing for journaling and personal writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light (Yamamoto Paper)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent surface for maximum shading and sheen expression; the ultra-smooth, slow-absorbing surface allows the tonal gradient and pink sheen to develop at full intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers. Fast-absorbing surfaces suppress shading and sheen, reducing Rikka's crystalline layered character to a clean but comparatively flat light blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for full shading and colour expression; more ink on the page activates the tonal gradient from translucent light blue to richer deeper blue and gives the soft pink sheen sufficient surface area to develop; the teal undertone becomes more perceptible and more beautiful at broader coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the shading gradient most dramatically; the contrast between translucent light-blue hairlines and deeper, slightly sheening pooling points is Rikka's most expressive quality; highly effective for calligraphic and creative writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the icy cool blue reads with full clarity and luminous freshness at fine sizes; a practical, elegant everyday pairing; shading softer but perceptible on quality papers; a strong choice for personal writing, poetry, and correspondence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully functional; the cool blue base remains precise and clean; shading largely absent; a reliable choice for fine annotation and compact writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — high ink volume ensures full colour saturation and consistent shading and sheen expression; particularly effective for showcasing the ink's full tonal range on premium papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for fully showcasing Rikka's shading and soft sheen; broad dip nibs allow large coverage areas that reveal the full tonal gradient and pink sheen; effective for winter-themed illustration, decorative writing, and ink swatch art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Rikka (六花) is a pH-neutral, dye-based ink safe for all pen materials including resin, celluloid, and ebonite. As a no-shimmer formulation, it carries no particle clogging risk and is low-maintenance across all pen types. Flush every 4–6 weeks under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and personal correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the icy cool blue is fresh, luminous, and fully legible; distinctive without being loud; a naturally elegant choice for journals, letters, notebooks, and personal writing of all kinds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and poetry\u003c\/strong\u003e — the winter inspiration, crystalline colour, and quiet elegance of Rikka make it a natural choice for personal journals and poetic writing; a colour with seasonal character and emotional clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote-taking and study\u003c\/strong\u003e — the moderate flow, practical dry time, and clean legibility make Rikka a reliable note-taking ink; the cool blue reads clearly under all lighting conditions; a characterful alternative to standard blue inks for writers who want more than a generic note-taking colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the medium shading and soft pink sheen are a pleasing combination for decorative calligraphy and lettering; stub and italic nibs bring out the full tonal and sheen range; the icy cool blue reads with elegant restraint in large-format work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pen and brush application; the icy cool base, medium shading, and soft pink sheen add crystalline depth and winter atmosphere to illustration, botanical art, and mixed media; particularly effective for winter-themed and snow-inspired artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal and winter writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rikka's snow crystal inspiration makes it a natural seasonal ink for winter journaling, holiday correspondence, and any writing context where the specific quality of winter light and snow is directly relevant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk collection and Iroshizuku series building\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rikka is among the newest Iroshizuku colours (2024) and a distinctive addition to any collection of Japanese inks; pairs naturally with Shin-kai (smoky blue-black) and Tsuki-yo (deep teal blue-black) for a complete Iroshizuku cool-blue palette; the three blues offer meaningfully different characters — Rikka light and icy, Tsuki-yo deep and teal, Shin-kai dark and smoky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the icy cool blue photographs cleanly and luminously under natural light; the shading gradient is most apparent on Tomoe River with medium to broad nibs; the soft pink sheen is most visible in raking light at stroke edges; a highly photogenic ink with a clean, crystalline aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Iroshizuku Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku (色彩雫 — literally \u003cem\u003edrops of colour\u003c\/em\u003e) collection is Pilot's premium fountain pen ink series — a range of inks each named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon drawn from the Japanese landscape, and each formulated by Pilot's in-house ink chemists to translate that natural reference into a precise, vivid, and beautifully behaved fountain pen ink. The series was first launched in 2008 and has remained, in the years since, the benchmark against which Japanese premium inks are measured: consistent, safe for all pens, beautifully bottled in the flat-sided glass flask with its built-in ink well, and formulated to a quality standard that has established Pilot as one of the world's great fountain pen ink makers. Rikka joins the series as part of the 2024 expansion — bringing a winter palette to a collection already celebrated for its precise, nature-inspired colour language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Corporation is one of Japan's oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers, founded in 1918 and producing fountain pens, inks, and writing instruments for over a century. Pilot's commitment to precision manufacturing and ink formulation is reflected throughout the Iroshizuku line — inks that are among the most consistently well-reviewed, most widely used, and most beloved in the global fountain pen community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIroshizuku (色彩雫)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRikka (六花)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSnow crystal, winter landscape, Japanese poetic tradition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRelease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e15ml or 50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with built-in ink well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIcy cool blue with teal \/ blue-green undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium; translucent light blue to deeper richer blue gradient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSoft pink \/ red sheen; present on premium papers with broader writing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSmooth, moderate, well-lubricated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eModerate; approximately 20 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for all pen materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes; medium, broad, stub, and dip pen recommended for shading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48048826941665,"sku":null,"price":40.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/INK-50-RI_1.jpg?v=1772737467"},{"product_id":"pilot-iroshizuku-shin-kai-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Pilot Iroshizuku Shin-kai (深海) — Smoky Blue-Black, Expressive Shading Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)","description":"\u003cdiv data-test-render-count=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\" style=\"height: auto; opacity: 1; transform: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-streaming=\"false\" class=\"group relative relative pb-3\" style=\"opacity: 1; transform: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"font-claude-response relative leading-[1.65rem] [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:bg-bg-000\/50 [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:border-0.5 [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:border-border-400 [\u0026amp;_.ignore-pre-bg\u0026gt;div]:bg-transparent [\u0026amp;_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [\u0026amp;_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8 [\u0026amp;_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [\u0026amp;_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Shin-kai (深海) — Smoky Blue-Black, Expressive Shading Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Shin-kai (深海 — literally \u003cem\u003edeep sea\u003c\/em\u003e) is a 50ml fountain pen ink from Pilot's Iroshizuku collection — Japan's most iconic premium ink series, formulated in-house by Pilot and bottled in the distinctive flat-sided glass flask that has become one of the most recognisable objects in fountain pen culture. Shin-kai draws its name and colour from the deep ocean — the specific blue of water at depth, where cold pressure transforms luminous surface blue into something darker, more complex, and more quietly compelling: a smoky, dusty blue-black with cool grey undertones, elegant and layered in the way of deep water rather than open sky. Its most celebrated characteristic is an expressive, high-range shading that transitions from a brighter, cleaner blue in fine strokes to a deeper, smokier blue-black at pooling points — one of the most praised shading gradients in the Iroshizuku catalogue. A subtle red sheen surfaces on premium papers under the right conditions, adding an unexpected warm flash to the ink's cool, composed character. Shin-kai is a dye-based ink with no shimmer particles; everything it does, it does through colour, shading, and sheen alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku series was conceived as a celebration of Japanese nature and landscape — each ink named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon, each colour formulated to translate that reference into something precise and vivid on the page. Shin-kai is among the series' most consistently recommended entries: widely praised as one of the finest blue-black inks available, and particularly beloved by writers who want expressive tonal depth in a colour that remains fully professional and legible. The bottle is 50ml glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Iroshizuku Shin-kai Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBlue-black is the most competitive colour category in fountain pen inks — and within it, Shin-kai occupies a distinctive position. Most blue-blacks resolve into one of two types: cool-neutral professional blues that prioritise legibility over character, or expressive ink-blacks that lean dramatic at the expense of daily usability. Shin-kai does neither. Its base is a smoky, dusty blue-black — cooler and more complex than a standard navy, darker and more atmospheric than a bright blue — that reads as fully professional at fine sizes while revealing genuine chromatic depth at broader coverage. The grey-blue undertone is the key: it gives Shin-kai an elegance and restraint that separates it from both flat corporate blue-blacks and from more obviously colourful blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat elevates Shin-kai above a very good blue-black is the shading. The tonal range is wide and clearly expressed — from a brighter, more purely blue tone in hairline strokes to a deeper, smokier, greyer blue-black at pooling points and stroke edges — producing a shading gradient that reviewers consistently describe as high, lots of shading, and beautifully expressive for a professional blue-black. On Tomoe River and Rhodia with medium to broad nibs, the full shading range is most apparent; with stub and italic nibs, the contrast between bright thin strokes and deep pooling points is Shin-kai's most spectacular quality. The subtle red sheen — visible on Tomoe River and similar premium papers with wet, broad writing — adds a warm, unexpected dimension to the ink's cool character without dominating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Shin-kai (深海) is a medium-depth blue-black with a cool smoky or dusty blue-grey undertone — neither a bright navy nor a pure ink-black, but something precisely between: a composed, atmospheric blue-black that suggests depth and cold water rather than sky or ink. In the bottle, it presents as a rich, deep blue with visible cool complexity. On the page, it dries to a dusty, smoky blue-black: darker and more purely blue-black in fine strokes; cooler and more visibly grey-blue at broader coverage where the undertone is most apparent. The colour is high-contrast and fully legible at all nib sizes — professional in weight and composure, distinctive in its cool atmospheric depth. Reviewers describe the base as smoky blue-black, dusty blue, cool grey-blue, and one of the most elegant blue-blacks available — a colour that is restrained without being flat and professional without being characterless. It sits between a traditional blue-black and a navy blue, more refined than either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium to high, expressive, and among the most celebrated in the Iroshizuku catalogue. Shin-kai's shading is its defining characteristic — a clearly visible, wide-range tonal gradient that transitions from a brighter, more purely blue tone in fine hairlines and light coverage to a deeper, smokier, greyer blue-black at pooling points and heavier stroke widths. The shading range is wide enough to be genuinely dramatic at medium to broad nib sizes on quality papers, and consistent enough to be visible even at fine sizes on slow-absorbing surfaces. Reviewers describe the shading as high, lots of shading, and beautiful for a professional blue-black — more expressive and more rewarding than the restrained base colour suggests. On Tomoe River, Rhodia, and Leuchtturm1917 with medium to broad nibs, the full shading range is most apparent and most rewarding; with stub and italic nibs, the contrast between bright thin strokes and deep pooling points showcases Shin-kai's full expressive range most spectacularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSubtle red sheen, paper- and nib-dependent, and a pleasing secondary effect on the right surfaces. Shin-kai's sheen is not its primary characteristic — the colour and shading carry that weight — but it is clearly present under the right conditions: a warm red or pinkish-red metallic flash at stroke edges, pooling points, and across swab surfaces on smooth, slow-absorbing papers (Tomoe River, Vanness, premium surfaces) with wet, broad writing. On Rhodia with standard nibs, the sheen is largely absent or imperceptible. On everyday copy paper, it is invisible. The sheen appears as a warm, unexpected counterpoint to the ink's cool blue-black base — present enough to delight on premium papers, absent enough to leave the professional character of the ink fully intact on everyday surfaces. No shimmer; the red effect is entirely sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eVery wet, smooth, and well-lubricated — among the most generously flowing inks in the Iroshizuku line. Shin-kai flows freely across a wide range of nib types and pen bodies, earning a reputation as a reliable, universally well-behaved ink across all fountain pen configurations. The generous flow contributes directly to the ink's expressive shading by depositing more ink at pooling points and stroke widths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFast — approximately 10 to 15 seconds on quality papers. Shin-kai dries quickly on Rhodia and comparable papers, making it a practical choice for left-handed writers and fast note-takers. On Tomoe River, dry time is slightly longer, allowing the full shading and sheen to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow to medium. Shin-kai will fade or run with significant water exposure, but holds some text legibility after light moisture contact — consistent with other Iroshizuku dye-based inks. Not suitable for documents requiring archival permanence or meaningful water resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers (Rhodia, Tomoe River, Clairefontaine, Leuchtturm1917, Midori MD). Well-behaved and clean on fountain-pen-friendly papers across all nib sizes. Some minor feathering may occur on standard copy paper or highly absorbent surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Iroshizuku Shin-kai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShin-kai rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the smoky blue-black saturation, wide shading gradient, and subtle red sheen to develop fully together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the premier recommendation for showcasing Shin-kai's full shading range and subtle red sheen simultaneously; the slow absorption allows the tonal gradient from bright blue to deep smoky blue-black to develop fully at stroke edges and pooling points; the red sheen appears most clearly here in raking light; the semi-transparent surface showcases the ink's full chromatic depth beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most reliable everyday pairing; full blue-black saturation cleanly and consistently expressed; shading clearly visible at medium to broad nib sizes; sheen largely absent but the cool, composed blue-black reads at its most professional and authoritative; fast dry time on Rhodia makes it an excellent practical daily ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeuchtturm1917\u003c\/strong\u003e — good overall performance with full colour expression; shading clearly visible; the cool grey-blue depth reads particularly well against cream-toned pages; a strong notebook pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth, reliable performance; full colour development; shading expression good at medium to broad nib sizes; a practical everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light (Yamamoto Paper)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent surface for maximum shading and sheen expression; the ultra-smooth, slow-absorbing surface allows both the tonal gradient and the subtle red sheen to develop at full intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers. Fast-absorbing surfaces suppress both shading and sheen, reducing Shin-kai's layered character to a clean but comparatively flat blue-black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for full shading expression; more ink on the page activates the full tonal gradient from bright blue to deep smoky blue-black and gives the subtle red sheen sufficient surface area to develop; the cool atmospheric character of the base reads with maximum depth and complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most spectacular pairing for Shin-kai's shading; the dramatic variation between bright, clean thin strokes and deep, smoky pooling points showcases the ink's full tonal range most expressively; highly effective for calligraphic and expressive writing where the shading gradient is the primary visual event\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the smoky blue-black reads with full clarity, legibility, and professional composure at fine sizes; a practical, characterful everyday pairing; shading less prominent but visible on quality papers; sheen absent; colour performs cleanly and elegantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully functional; the cool blue-black base remains precise and high-contrast; shading largely absent; a reliable choice for fine annotation, detailed note-taking, and compact writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — high ink volume ensures full colour saturation and consistent shading and sheen expression; the generous wet flow of Shin-kai benefits from eyedropper capacity; particularly effective for showcasing the ink's full shading range on premium papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for fully showcasing Shin-kai's shading and subtle sheen; broad dip nibs allow large coverage areas that reveal the full tonal gradient and red sheen; effective for expressive writing, ocean-inspired illustration, and ink swatch art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Shin-kai (深海) is a pH-neutral, dye-based ink safe for all pen materials including resin, celluloid, and ebonite. As a no-shimmer formulation, it carries no particle clogging risk and is low-maintenance across all pen types. Flushes cleanly with minimal residue. Flush every 4–6 weeks under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and professional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the smoky blue-black is high-contrast, fully legible, and quietly distinguished; professional enough for formal writing contexts, characterful enough to reward attention; widely regarded as one of the finest daily blue-blacks available and a natural choice for writers who want more than a standard corporate blue-black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote-taking and study\u003c\/strong\u003e — the fast dry time, wet flow, and high legibility make Shin-kai an excellent note-taking ink; the cool blue-black reads clearly under all lighting conditions; a reliable companion for extended writing sessions; particularly effective for writers who value tonal depth in their daily working ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wide shading gradient and subtle red sheen are a compelling combination for decorative calligraphy; stub and italic nibs bring out the ink's full tonal range; the smoky blue-black reads with restrained elegance in large-format lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and creative writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep sea inspiration and layered shading give Shin-kai an atmospheric, quietly dramatic quality that suits personal journals and creative writing; a colour with emotional depth and cool composure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pen and brush application; the wide shading gradient and atmospheric blue-black base add depth and oceanic mood to illustration, seascape artwork, and mixed media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk collection and Iroshizuku series building\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shin-kai is one of the Iroshizuku catalogue's most recommended blue-blacks and pairs naturally with Tsuki-yo (deep teal blue-black) and Take-sumi (neutral black) for a complete Iroshizuku dark ink palette; the two blue-blacks offer meaningfully different characters — Tsuki-yo warmer and more teal, Shin-kai cooler and more smoky — making both worth having\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the smoky blue-black photographs with atmospheric depth under natural light; the shading gradient is most dramatic on Tomoe River with stub or broad nibs; the subtle red sheen is most apparent in raking light at stroke edges; a highly photogenic ink for fountain pen community sharing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Iroshizuku Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku (色彩雫 — literally \u003cem\u003edrops of colour\u003c\/em\u003e) collection is Pilot's premium fountain pen ink series — a range of sixty inks, each named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon drawn from the Japanese landscape, and each formulated by Pilot's in-house ink chemists to translate that natural reference into a precise, vivid, and beautifully behaved fountain pen ink. The series was first launched in 2008 and has remained, in the years since, the benchmark against which Japanese premium inks are measured: consistent, safe for all pens, beautifully bottled in the flat-sided 50ml glass flask with its built-in ink well, and formulated to a quality standard that has established Pilot as one of the world's great fountain pen ink makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Corporation is one of Japan's oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers, founded in 1918 and producing fountain pens, inks, and writing instruments for over a century. Pilot's commitment to precision manufacturing and ink formulation is reflected throughout the Iroshizuku line — inks that are among the most consistently well-reviewed, most widely used, and most beloved in the global fountain pen community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIroshizuku (色彩雫)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShin-kai (深海)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDeep sea, Japanese oceanic landscape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml glass bottle with built-in ink well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSmoky blue-black with cool grey-blue undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium to high; bright blue to deep smoky blue-black gradient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSubtle red sheen; present on premium papers with wet, broad writing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVery wet, smooth, well-lubricated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFast; approximately 10–15 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow to medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for all pen materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes; medium, broad, stub, and dip pen recommended for shading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. 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Take-sumi draws its name and colour from bamboo charcoal — the dense, pure black produced by firing bamboo at high temperatures, long prized in Japanese craft and culture for its purity and depth. The result on the page is a deep, neutral, true black: fully saturated, authoritative, and clean, without the grey cast of diluted blacks or the warm or cool bias of blacks that lean brown or blue. It is accompanied by a red sheen that surfaces under the right conditions — a warm, reddish metallic flash at stroke edges and pooling points on smooth premium papers — that transforms Take-sumi from a very good black into something genuinely spectacular for those who write on quality paper. Take-sumi is a dye-based ink with no shimmer particles and medium water resistance; everything it does, it does through colour, sheen, and the specific purity of its black alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku series was conceived as a celebration of Japanese nature and landscape — each ink named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon, each colour formulated to translate that reference into something precise and vivid on the page. Take-sumi is among the series' most quietly celebrated entries: consistently praised as one of the finest black inks available, and widely regarded as a benchmark daily black — pure enough to be immediately convincing, characterful enough to reward attention on premium papers. The bottle is 50ml glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Iroshizuku Take-sumi Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe black ink space is deceptively demanding. Most blacks lean — warm or cool, grey or brown, flat or oversaturated — and the ones that do not lean are often characterless. Take-sumi occupies a rare position: a neutral, true black that is fully saturated without being aggressive, and deeply pure without being flat. In fine nibs on everyday paper, it delivers a clean, consistent, high-contrast black that is among the most professional-reading inks in any colour. In broader nibs on premium papers, it reveals a second character entirely — a warm red sheen that pools and flashes at stroke edges, visible most dramatically on Tomoe River, where reviewers describe the sheen as almost popping off the page, notably more expressive than comparable black inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe medium water resistance is a meaningful practical distinction within the Iroshizuku line. Take-sumi is not a waterproof ink, but it holds against light moisture exposure better than most dye-based inks — a useful property for a black ink used in everyday writing contexts. Combined with the generous, well-lubricated flow that defines the Iroshizuku line, Take-sumi is an ink that performs consistently across pen types, nib sizes, and paper qualities, while reserving its most spectacular qualities for those who seek them out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Take-sumi (竹炭) is a deep, neutral true black — a fully saturated, high-contrast black with no meaningful warm or cool bias, no grey cast in normal writing conditions, and no brown or blue undertone to distract from its purity. In the bottle, it presents as a rich, deep black with visible depth. On the page, it dries to a confident, authoritative black: deepest and most purely black at broader nib sizes and heavier coverage; occasionally showing a very slight grey quality in extra-fine hairlines, where ink volume is minimal. The colour is clean, consistent, and fully professional at all nib sizes — not the very deepest black available, but a neutral, pure black that carries the specific purity and elegance of its bamboo charcoal namesake. Reviewers describe the base as neutral black, true black, deep pure black, and one of the finest blacks available for everyday writing — a colour that is authoritative without being harsh and pure without being characterless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal to none in most writing conditions. Take-sumi is not a shading ink — it is formulated for consistency and purity of black, and in fine to medium nibs on most papers, it delivers a uniform, clean black with little to no visible tonal gradient. In broader nibs on slow-absorbing papers (Tomoe River, Midori MD), a very slight grey-to-black transition may be perceptible at stroke edges and pooling points — a soft, subtle hint of shading rather than a defined gradient. Writers who use Take-sumi for its black purity and professional legibility will find the minimal shading entirely appropriate; those seeking expressive shading should look elsewhere in the Iroshizuku catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWarm red sheen, paper- and nib-dependent, and genuinely spectacular under the right conditions. Take-sumi's sheen is its most surprising and most discussed secondary characteristic — a warm, reddish metallic flash that appears at stroke edges, pooling points, and across swab surfaces when the ink dries in sufficient quantity on smooth, slow-absorbing paper. On Tomoe River paper with medium to broad nibs, reviewers describe the sheen as almost popping off the page — a warm red metallic effect that is notably more expressive than comparable black inks, and more beautiful than the colour description alone suggests. On Rhodia with a medium nib, the sheen is largely absent. On everyday copy paper, it is invisible. The sheen is entirely a function of paper quality and ink volume — those who write on premium papers will find it; those who do not may never see it. No shimmer; the red effect is entirely sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eVery wet, smooth, and well-lubricated — characteristic of the Iroshizuku line as a whole. Take-sumi flows freely and generously across a wide range of nib types and pen bodies, making it a particularly comfortable ink for extended writing sessions. The generous flow ensures consistent colour saturation across nib sizes and contributes to the ink's sheen expression on quality papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModerate to fast — approximately 10 to 42 seconds depending on paper. Take-sumi dries quickly on absorbent papers and at a moderate rate on slow-absorbing premium papers, where the extended wet time contributes to full colour and sheen development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium — a meaningful distinction within the Iroshizuku dye-based line. Take-sumi holds against light moisture exposure better than most dye-based inks; it will not immediately run or fully dissolve with minor water contact, though it is not waterproof and is not suitable for documents requiring archival permanence. The medium water resistance makes it a practical choice for everyday writing contexts where occasional moisture exposure is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers (Rhodia, Tomoe River, Clairefontaine, Midori MD, Leuchtturm1917). Well-behaved on fountain-pen-friendly papers across a wide range of nib sizes. Performs cleanly even on some standard papers that challenge other inks; some feathering may occur on highly absorbent surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Iroshizuku Take-sumi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTake-sumi performs reliably across a wide range of papers, but reveals its full character — and its spectacular red sheen — on smooth, slow-absorbing surfaces:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the premier recommendation for showcasing Take-sumi's red sheen; the slow absorption and smooth surface allow the sheen to develop at maximum intensity at stroke edges and pooling points; reviewers describe the sheen as almost popping off the page on Tomoe River; the deep neutral black reads with full chromatic depth and the contrast between pure black and warm red sheen is most dramatic here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth, reliable performance with good sheen expression; the deep black reads cleanly and with full saturation; a practical everyday pairing that brings out Take-sumi's full character without requiring specialist paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable, professional; full black saturation clearly and cleanly expressed; sheen largely absent but the pure neutral black performs at its most authoritative; the best everyday pairing for professional writing contexts where sheen is not a priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light (Yamamoto Paper)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent surface for sheen expression; the ultra-smooth, slow-absorbing paper allows the red sheen to develop clearly alongside the deep black base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeuchtturm1917\u003c\/strong\u003e — good overall performance; full black saturation; clean and consistent; a practical notebook pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTake-sumi performs acceptably on standard papers as well — its medium water resistance and clean flow make it more forgiving on everyday surfaces than many Iroshizuku inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for full colour depth and sheen expression; more ink on the page gives the red sheen sufficient surface area to develop and brings out the ink's full black saturation; the most rewarding pairing for premium paper use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the contrast between pure black hairlines and warm red-sheening pooling points most dramatically; highly effective for calligraphic and expressive writing where Take-sumi's dual character is most apparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep neutral black reads with full clarity, legibility, and professional weight at fine sizes; an excellent everyday pairing; sheen absent but colour performs at its most pure and authoritative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully functional; the black base remains precise and high-contrast with a very slight grey quality in hairlines at minimal ink volume; a reliable choice for fine annotation, technical writing, and compact note-taking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — high ink volume ensures full black saturation and consistent sheen expression; the generous wet flow of Take-sumi benefits from eyedropper capacity; particularly effective for showcasing the ink's full visual range on premium papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for fully showcasing Take-sumi's saturation and red sheen; broad dip nibs allow large coverage areas that reveal the full sheen effect; effective for expressive writing, sumi-inspired calligraphy, and ink swatch art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Take-sumi (竹炭) is a pH-neutral, dye-based ink safe for all pen materials including resin, celluloid, and ebonite. As a no-shimmer formulation, it carries no particle clogging risk and is low-maintenance across all pen types. Flush every 4–6 weeks under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and professional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep neutral black is high-contrast, fully legible, and authoritative; professional enough for all formal writing contexts, characterful enough to reward attention; one of the finest daily black inks available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote-taking and study\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow, practical dry time, and high legibility make Take-sumi an excellent note-taking ink; the deep neutral black reads clearly under all lighting conditions and at all nib sizes; a reliable companion for extended writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and sumi-inspired writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bamboo charcoal inspiration makes Take-sumi a natural choice for calligraphic work inspired by Japanese sumi ink traditions; stub and italic nibs bring out the ink's full tonal and sheen range; the pure black reads with authority in large-format lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and creative writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pure black and quiet red sheen give Take-sumi a layered character that rewards attention; a colour with quiet depth and elegance for personal writing contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pen and brush application; medium water resistance makes Take-sumi suitable for light watercolour wash over dried ink lines; the deep black base and warm red sheen add depth and atmosphere to illustration and mixed media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk collection and Iroshizuku series building\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take-sumi is the definitive black in the Iroshizuku catalogue and an essential entry for any collection of Japanese inks; pairs naturally with Tsuki-yo (deep blue-black) and Yama-budo (fuchsia-purple) for a complete Iroshizuku writing palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep neutral black photographs cleanly under natural light; the red sheen is most apparent in raking light at stroke edges and swab centers on Tomoe River; a highly photogenic ink with a dramatic dual character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Iroshizuku Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku (色彩雫 — literally \u003cem\u003edrops of colour\u003c\/em\u003e) collection is Pilot's premium fountain pen ink series — a range of sixty inks, each named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon drawn from the Japanese landscape, and each formulated by Pilot's in-house ink chemists to translate that natural reference into a precise, vivid, and beautifully behaved fountain pen ink. The series was first launched in 2008 and has remained, in the years since, the benchmark against which Japanese premium inks are measured: consistent, safe for all pens, beautifully bottled in the flat-sided 50ml glass flask with its built-in ink well, and formulated to a quality standard that has established Pilot as one of the world's great fountain pen ink makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Corporation is one of Japan's oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers, founded in 1918 and producing fountain pens, inks, and writing instruments for over a century. Pilot's commitment to precision manufacturing and ink formulation is reflected throughout the Iroshizuku line — inks that are among the most consistently well-reviewed, most widely used, and most beloved in the global fountain pen community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIroshizuku (色彩雫)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTake-sumi (竹炭)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBamboo charcoal, Japanese craft tradition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml glass bottle with built-in ink well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDeep neutral true black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMinimal to none\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRed sheen; present on quality papers with broader nibs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVery wet, smooth, well-lubricated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eModerate to fast; approximately 10–42 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for all pen materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes; medium, broad, stub, and dip pen recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex justify-start\" role=\"group\" aria-label=\"Message actions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-text-300\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-text-300 flex items-stretch justify-between\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-fit\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-text-500 group-hover\/btn:text-text-100\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-fit\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-text-500 group-hover\/btn:text-text-100\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex items-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-fit\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-text-500 group-hover\/btn:text-text-100\" style=\"width: 20px; height: 20px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48048901849313,"sku":null,"price":40.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/INK-50-TAK_1.jpg?v=1772740539"},{"product_id":"pilot-iroshizuku-tsuki-yo-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Pilot Iroshizuku Tsuki-yo (月夜) — Deep Blue-Black, Red Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Tsuki-yo (月夜) — Deep Blue-Black, Red Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Tsuki-yo (月夜 — literally \u003cem\u003emoonlit night\u003c\/em\u003e) is a 50ml fountain pen ink from Pilot's Iroshizuku collection — Japan's most iconic premium ink series, formulated in-house by Pilot and bottled in the distinctive flat-sided glass flask that has become one of the most recognisable objects in fountain pen culture. Tsuki-yo draws its name and colour from the particular quality of a night illuminated by moonlight: a deep, professional blue-black with a subtle teal undertone — the specific blue of a dark sky where cool green light softens pure black into something more luminous and alive. It is accompanied by a quiet red sheen that surfaces under the right conditions — a warm, copper-tinged or magenta-red flash at stroke edges and pooling points on premium papers — and a medium shading that gives writing genuine tonal depth. Tsuki-yo is a dye-based ink with no shimmer particles; its visual character comes entirely from colour, shading, and sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku series was conceived as a celebration of Japanese nature and landscape — each ink named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon, each colour formulated to translate that reference into something precise and vivid on the page. Tsuki-yo is among the series' most enduring entries: consistently praised as one of the finest blue-black inks available, and widely regarded as a benchmark daily ink — elegant enough to feel considered, practical enough for serious everyday writing. The bottle is 50ml glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Iroshizuku Tsuki-yo Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe blue-black colour space is one of the most competitive in fountain pen inks — a category where dozens of inks compete on professionalism, legibility, and depth. What distinguishes Tsuki-yo within that space is the teal undertone. Most blue-blacks lean either cool-neutral or warm-grey in their dark register; Tsuki-yo leans subtly green — a dark teal blue that reads as fully professional and high-contrast on the page, while carrying a quiet chromatic complexity that separates it from flat, characterless blue-blacks. Wet, it presents as a rich blue-black with visible depth; dry, it settles into a deep teal-blue that suggests moonlight on a dark sky — precise enough for office use, distinctive enough to be immediately recognisable as something more considered than a standard corporate ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe red sheen is Tsuki-yo's secondary signature. It is not a dramatic sheener in the manner of inks formulated specifically for sheen — it is a quiet, warm red or copper-magenta flash that appears at stroke edges, pooling points, and across swab surfaces on smooth, slow-absorbing papers (Tomoe River, Rhodia, Cosmo Air Light). Reviewers describe it as a pleasing complement to the deep blue-black base — unexpected, elegant, and genuinely beautiful in good light. Combined with the medium shading, it gives Tsuki-yo a layered visual character that rewards attention without demanding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Tsuki-yo (月夜) is a deep, professional blue-black with a subtle teal — blue-green — undertone. In the bottle, it presents as a rich, dark blue-black with visible depth and cool chromatic complexity. On the page, it dries to a deep teal-blue: darker and more purely blue-black in fine hairlines and light coverage; slightly lighter and more distinctly teal at broader nib sizes and heavier coverage, where the green undertone becomes perceptible. The colour is high-contrast and fully legible at all nib sizes — professional in weight and seriousness, distinctive in its subtle teal depth. Reviewers describe the base as deep blue-black, dark teal blue, blue-black with green undertone, and one of the best blue-blacks available — a colour that reads as both authoritative and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium, expressive, and clearly present. Tsuki-yo shades with a well-defined tonal gradient that transitions from a deeper, richer blue-black in fine strokes and light coverage to a slightly lighter, more teal-inflected tone at pooling points and broader stroke widths. The shading is not the primary visual event of the ink — the colour depth and red sheen share that attention — but it is clearly visible at medium to broad nib sizes on quality papers, and reviewers consistently describe it as lovely and well-expressed for a dark ink. On Tomoe River and Cosmo Air Light, with medium to broad nibs, the full shading range is most apparent and most rewarding. Fine nibs reduce shading visibility but the colour remains fully expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSubtle red \/ copper-magenta sheen, present and highly appreciated. Tsuki-yo's sheen is its most surprising characteristic — a warm red, copper, or magenta-red flash that appears at stroke edges, pooling points, and across swab surfaces when the ink dries in sufficient quantity on smooth, slow-absorbing paper. It is not a dominant or aggressive sheen effect; in everyday fine-nib writing on standard paper it may be largely invisible. But on premium papers (Tomoe River, Rhodia, Cosmo Air Light) with broader nibs or in large swab coverage, the red sheen is clearly and beautifully present — a warm complement to the cool deep blue-black base that adds unexpected depth and elegance to the ink's character. Reviewers describe it as pretty good red sheen, a lovely magenta sheen, and a quietly spectacular secondary effect. No shimmer; the red effect is entirely sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eVery wet, smooth, and well-lubricated — among the wetter inks in the Iroshizuku line. Tsuki-yo flows freely and generously across a wide range of nib types and pen bodies, making it a particularly comfortable ink for extended writing sessions. The generous flow contributes to the ink's shading behaviour and ensures consistent colour saturation across nib sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRelatively fast — approximately 15 to 30 seconds on quality papers. Tsuki-yo dries quickly enough for practical everyday use without smearing, while still allowing the full colour saturation and sheen to develop at pooling points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Tsuki-yo is a water-based dye ink with no meaningful water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity or water-resistant permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers (Rhodia, Tomoe River, Clairefontaine, Cosmo Air Light, Midori MD, Leuchtturm1917). Well-behaved and clean on fountain-pen-friendly papers. Some feathering and show-through may occur on standard copy paper or highly absorbent surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Iroshizuku Tsuki-yo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTsuki-yo rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the deep blue-black saturation, medium shading gradient, and red sheen to develop fully together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the premier recommendation for showcasing Tsuki-yo's red sheen and full shading range; the slow absorption and smooth surface allow the sheen to develop at maximum intensity at stroke edges and pooling points; the deep teal-blue base reads with full chromatic depth; the semi-transparent surface showcases the ink's layered visual character beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light (Yamamoto Paper)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent surface for Tsuki-yo's sheen expression; the ultra-smooth, slow-absorbing paper allows the red sheen to develop clearly; the deep blue-black reads with full saturation and the shading gradient is cleanly expressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable, practical; full blue-black saturation clearly expressed; shading visible at broader nib sizes; red sheen present in good light; a strong everyday option that brings out Tsuki-yo's professional character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth, reliable performance; full colour development; shading expression good at medium to broad nib sizes; a practical everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeuchtturm1917\u003c\/strong\u003e — good overall performance; full blue-black saturation; shading visible; the cool teal depth reads particularly well against cream-toned pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers. Fast-absorbing surfaces will suppress both shading and sheen, reducing Tsuki-yo's layered character to a clean but flat blue-black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for full colour, shading, and sheen expression; more ink on the page activates the tonal gradient and gives the red sheen sufficient surface area to develop; the teal undertone becomes more perceptible and more beautiful at broader coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the shading gradient and red sheen most dramatically; the contrast between deep blue-black hairlines and warm red-sheening pooling points is Tsuki-yo's most layered and beautiful quality; highly effective for calligraphic and expressive writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep blue-black reads with full clarity, legibility, and professional weight at fine sizes; an excellent everyday pairing; shading and sheen less prominent but colour performs cleanly and with authority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully functional; the deep blue-black base remains precise and high-contrast; shading largely absent; sheen not visible at this coverage level; a reliable choice for fine annotation and compact writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — high ink volume ensures full colour saturation and consistent shading and sheen expression; the generous wet flow of Tsuki-yo benefits from eyedropper capacity; particularly effective for showcasing the ink's full visual range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for fully showcasing Tsuki-yo's saturation, shading, and red sheen; broad dip nibs allow large coverage areas that reveal the full sheen effect; effective for expressive writing, night-sky illustration, and ink swatch art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Tsuki-yo (月夜) is a pH-neutral, dye-based ink safe for all pen materials including resin, celluloid, and ebonite. As a no-shimmer formulation, it carries no particle clogging risk and is low-maintenance across all pen types. Flush every 4–6 weeks under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and professional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep blue-black is high-contrast, fully legible, and authoritative; professional enough for office and formal use, distinctive enough to be immediately recognisable as something more considered than a standard ink; one of the finest daily blue-blacks available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote-taking and study\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow, fast dry time, and high legibility make Tsuki-yo an excellent note-taking ink; the deep blue-black reads clearly under all lighting conditions; a reliable companion for extended writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the red sheen and medium shading are a compelling combination for decorative calligraphy; stub and italic nibs bring out the full tonal and sheen range; the deep teal-blue reads with authority in large-format lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and creative writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the moonlit night inspiration and layered visual character make Tsuki-yo a natural choice for personal journals and creative writing; a colour with emotional depth and quiet elegance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pen and brush application; the deep teal-blue base, expressive shading, and red sheen add depth and nocturnal atmosphere to illustration, night-sky artwork, and mixed media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk collection and Iroshizuku series building\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tsuki-yo is a cornerstone Iroshizuku colour and the series' defining blue-black; pairs naturally with other Iroshizuku inks in the blue and blue-green families (Ama-iro, Shin-kai, Kon-peki) for a complete Japanese blue palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep teal-blue photographs richly under natural light; the red sheen is most apparent in raking light at stroke edges and swab centers; a highly photogenic ink with a layered, atmospheric quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Iroshizuku Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku (色彩雫 — literally \u003cem\u003edrops of colour\u003c\/em\u003e) collection is Pilot's premium fountain pen ink series — a range of sixty inks, each named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon drawn from the Japanese landscape, and each formulated by Pilot's in-house ink chemists to translate that natural reference into a precise, vivid, and beautifully behaved fountain pen ink. The series was first launched in 2008 and has remained, in the years since, the benchmark against which Japanese premium inks are measured: consistent, safe for all pens, beautifully bottled in the flat-sided 50ml glass flask with its built-in ink well, and formulated to a quality standard that has established Pilot as one of the world's great fountain pen ink makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Corporation is one of Japan's oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers, founded in 1918 and producing fountain pens, inks, and writing instruments for over a century. Pilot's commitment to precision manufacturing and ink formulation is reflected throughout the Iroshizuku line — inks that are among the most consistently well-reviewed, most widely used, and most beloved in the global fountain pen community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIroshizuku (色彩雫)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTsuki-yo (月夜)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMoonlit night, Japanese nocturnal landscape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml glass bottle with built-in ink well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDeep blue-black with subtle teal \/ blue-green undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium; deep blue-black to teal gradient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRed \/ copper-magenta sheen; present on quality papers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVery wet, smooth, well-lubricated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFast; approximately 15–30 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for all pen materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes; medium, broad, stub, and dip pen recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48048926327009,"sku":null,"price":40.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/INK-50-TY_1.jpg?v=1772741807"},{"product_id":"pilot-iroshizuku-yama-budo-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Pilot Iroshizuku Yama-budo (山葡萄) — Vivid Fuchsia Purple, Gold Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Yama-budo (山葡萄) — Vivid Fuchsia Purple, Gold Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (50ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Yama-budo (山葡萄 — literally \u003cem\u003ewild mountain grape\u003c\/em\u003e) is a 50ml fountain pen ink from Pilot's Iroshizuku collection — Japan's most iconic premium ink series, formulated in-house by Pilot and bottled in the distinctive flat-sided glass flask that has become one of the most recognisable objects in fountain pen culture. Yama-budo draws its name and colour from the wild mountain grape native to the forests of Japan: a vivid, saturated fuchsia-purple, rich and mature in the way of ripe wild fruit, bright enough to be immediately striking and deep enough to carry genuine weight on the page. It is accompanied by a quietly spectacular gold sheen — among the most praised characteristics of any Iroshizuku ink — that surfaces at pooling points, stroke edges, and swab centers as a warm golden or green-gold flash, visible in good light and genuinely beautiful in writing. Yama-budo is a dye-based ink with no shimmer particles; everything it does, it does through colour, shading, and sheen alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku series was conceived as a celebration of Japanese nature and landscape — each ink named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon, each colour formulated to translate that reference into something precise and vivid on the page. Yama-budo is among the series' most celebrated entries: consistently praised for the purity and intensity of its fuchsia-purple base, the clarity and warmth of its gold sheen, and the quality of its medium shading — a combination that places it in a category of inks that are simultaneously practical and genuinely beautiful. The bottle is 50ml glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Iroshizuku Yama-budo Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe fuchsia-purple colour space is demanding. Inks that read too pink lose purple depth; inks that read too violet lose the warmth and luminosity that make fuchsia-purple compelling; inks that are oversaturated become aggressive rather than rich. Yama-budo navigates the space with the precision that distinguishes the best Iroshizuku formulations: the base is vivid and fully saturated, with a pronounced pink warmth that keeps it lively and distinctly fuchsia rather than cold violet, and a purple depth that carries genuine maturity and weight. Reviewers describe it consistently as a colour that photographs beautifully, performs beautifully, and reads as both professional and personal — bright enough to express character on the page, composed enough to use in serious writing contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat elevates Yama-budo beyond a very good purple is the gold sheen. Iroshizuku inks are not uniformly sheening inks, and Yama-budo's sheen is not the aggressive, edge-flooding sheen of inks formulated specifically as sheeners — it is a warm, subtly spectacular gold-green flash that appears at the edges of thick strokes, at pooling points, and across the surface of swabs, visible most clearly in raking light or natural sunlight. Japanese ink enthusiasts have described it as a golden flash, a green-gold spark, and a sheen effect that is more beautiful in person than in photography — present, warm, and genuinely rewarding. On high-quality papers (Graphilo, Tomoe River, Rhodia), it is among the most beautiful sheen effects in the Iroshizuku line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eColour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Yama-budo is a vivid fuchsia-purple — a highly saturated red-purple with a pronounced warm pink undertone that gives it luminosity and chromatic vitality. In the bottle, it presents as a deep, saturated jewel-toned purple-red. On the page, it dries to a vivid, confident fuchsia-purple: brighter, more pink-dominant in heavy strokes and swabs; deeper and more distinctly purple in fine hairlines and light coverage. The colour is pure and strong — not hot pink, not cold violet, but a mature, vivid fuchsia that carries the specific richness of ripe wild mountain grape. Reviewers describe the base as bright fuchsia purple, vivid red-purple, pinkish-purple, and a colour that is just purple enough for serious use — a highly saturated ink that holds both warmth and depth simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium, clean, and expressive. Yama-budo shades with a clear, beautiful tonal gradient that transitions from a brighter, more pink-dominant fuchsia in hairline strokes and light coverage to a deeper, richer, more purely purple tone at pooling points and in heavy strokes. The shading is not dramatic in the style of inks formulated primarily as shading showcase pieces, but it is clearly and consistently present — a soft, well-defined gradient that adds dimension and vitality to writing at all nib sizes. At broader nib sizes and on slow-absorbing papers (Tomoe River, Rhodia, LIFE Noble), the full tonal range from bright fuchsia to deep purple is most apparent and most rewarding. Japanese evaluators praise the shading specifically, noting that the gradient is particularly beautiful in calligraphic and broad-nib writing. Medium in range, but refined and consistent in expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWarm gold \/ green-gold sheen, clearly present and highly praised. Yama-budo's sheen is its signature secondary characteristic — a warm golden or gold-green flash that surfaces at stroke edges, pooling points, and swab centers when the ink dries in sufficient quantity on smooth, slow-absorbing paper. The sheen appears most strongly on Graphilo, Tomoe River, and similarly premium surfaces; it is most visible in raking natural light or direct sunlight; and it is described by Japanese ink enthusiasts and international reviewers alike as a quietly spectacular effect — subdued enough to be elegant rather than loud, present enough to be genuinely beautiful in use. It is not the dominant visual characteristic of the ink (the fuchsia-purple base and shading carry that weight), but it is the characteristic that most consistently surprises and delights writers who encounter Yama-budo for the first time. No shimmer; the gold effect is entirely sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSmooth, consistent, and well-lubricated — characteristic of the Iroshizuku line as a whole. Yama-budo flows freely across a wide range of nib types and pen bodies, contributing to both comfortable everyday writing and to the ink's expressive shading behaviour. The generous, well-controlled flow is one of the reasons Iroshizuku inks have maintained their reputation across decades of fountain pen culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModerate, consistent with other Iroshizuku inks. Yama-budo dries at a practical rate on quality papers — fast enough for most writing contexts, slow enough to develop full colour saturation and sheen at pooling points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Yama-budo is a water-based dye ink with no meaningful water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity or water-resistant permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers (Rhodia, Tomoe River, Clairefontaine, LIFE Noble, Midori MD, Leuchtturm1917). Well-behaved and clean on fountain-pen-friendly papers. Some feathering may occur on standard copy paper or highly absorbent surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Iroshizuku Yama-budo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYama-budo rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the vivid fuchsia-purple saturation, medium shading gradient, and gold sheen to develop fully together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraphilo (Yamamoto Paper)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the premier recommendation for showcasing Yama-budo's gold-green sheen; the ultra-smooth, slow-absorbing surface allows the sheen to develop at maximum intensity; the vivid fuchsia base reads with full chromatic depth and the shading gradient is cleanly expressed; Japanese enthusiasts single out Graphilo specifically for Yama-budo's sheen performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent paper for full shading and sheen expression; the slow absorption allows the tonal gradient and gold sheen to develop simultaneously; the vivid fuchsia reads with full luminosity; the semi-transparent surface showcases the ink's depth beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable, practical; full fuchsia saturation clearly expressed; shading visible at broader nib sizes; sheen present in good light; a strong everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLIFE Noble Note \/ LIFE Writing Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — the smooth, fountain-pen-optimised surface of LIFE papers pairs well with Yama-budo's flow and colour; the warm tone of LIFE paper interacts pleasingly with the fuchsia-purple base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth, reliable performance; full colour development; shading expression good at medium-broad nib sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers. Fast-absorbing surfaces will suppress both shading and sheen, reducing Yama-budo to a flat, if still vivid, fuchsia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for full colour and shading expression; more ink on the page activates the tonal gradient from bright fuchsia to deep purple and gives the gold sheen sufficient surface area to develop; the vivid base reads at maximum chromatic depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the shading gradient and sheen most dramatically; the contrast between bright fuchsia hairlines and deeply sheening pooling points is Yama-budo's most spectacular quality; highly effective for calligraphic and expressive writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid fuchsia-purple reads with full clarity and legibility at fine sizes; a practical, characterful everyday pairing; shading and sheen less prominent but colour performs cleanly and vividly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — fully functional; the fuchsia base remains vivid and precise; shading largely absent; sheen not visible at this coverage level; a reliable fine-line option for annotation and compact writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — high ink volume ensures full colour saturation and consistent shading and sheen expression; the generous Iroshizuku flow benefits from eyedropper capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for fully showcasing Yama-budo's saturation, shading, and sheen; broad dip nibs and brush pens allow large swabs of colour that reveal the full gold-green sheen effect; particularly effective for decorative writing, botanical illustration, and ink swatch art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku Yama-budo is a pH-neutral, dye-based ink safe for all pen materials including resin, celluloid, and ebonite. As a no-shimmer formulation, it carries no particle clogging risk and is low-maintenance across all pen types. Flush every 4–6 weeks under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid fuchsia-purple is immediately striking and immediately readable; distinctive without being difficult; a strong personal statement in journals, correspondence, and notebooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold sheen and medium shading are a natural combination for decorative calligraphy; stub and italic nibs bring out the full tonal and sheen range; the fuchsia-purple reads beautifully in large-format lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and creative writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the emotional warmth and vivid character of Yama-budo make it a natural choice for personal journals and creative writing; a colour that feels both expressive and composed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pen and brush application; the rich fuchsia base, expressive shading, and gold-green sheen add depth and vitality to botanical illustration, watercolour work, and mixed media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk collection and Iroshizuku series building\u003c\/strong\u003e — Yama-budo is a cornerstone Iroshizuku colour and a natural anchor for any collection of Japanese inks; pairs beautifully with other Iroshizuku inks in the purple, pink, and red families (Ama-iro, Tsutsuji, Murasaki-shikibu) for a complete Japanese colour palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid fuchsia photographs richly and accurately under natural light; the gold-green sheen is most apparent in raking light at stroke edges and swab centers; a highly photogenic ink for fountain pen community sharing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Iroshizuku Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iroshizuku (色彩雫 — literally \u003cem\u003edrops of colour\u003c\/em\u003e) collection is Pilot's premium fountain pen ink series — a range of sixty inks, each named for a plant, flower, or natural phenomenon drawn from the Japanese landscape, and each formulated by Pilot's in-house ink chemists to translate that natural reference into a precise, vivid, and beautifully behaved fountain pen ink. The series was first launched in 2008 and has remained, in the years since, the benchmark against which Japanese premium inks are measured: consistent, safe for all pens, beautifully bottled in the flat-sided 50ml glass flask with its built-in ink well, and formulated to a quality standard that has established Pilot as one of the world's great fountain pen ink makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout Pilot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePilot Corporation is one of Japan's oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers, founded in 1918 and producing fountain pens, inks, and writing instruments for over a century. Pilot's commitment to precision manufacturing and ink formulation is reflected throughout the Iroshizuku line — inks that are among the most consistently well-reviewed, most widely used, and most beloved in the global fountain pen community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIroshizuku (色彩雫)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYama-budo (山葡萄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWild mountain grape, Japanese forest flora\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e50ml glass bottle with built-in ink well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVivid fuchsia-purple \/ magenta-purple with warm pink undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium; 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Depending on the paper and ink flow, it reveals a complex \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"139\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003egreen-brown\u003c\/b\u003e hue that simulates the damp earth and decaying foliage of a forest floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eContrasting Red \u0026amp; Pink Shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eWhat sets Autumn Forest apart is its striking combination of a green base with \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"79\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003ered or pink shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e. This rare pairing creates a vivid contrast, flickering with a subtle light that resembles the shifting colors of autumn leaves under the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003ePerformance and Writing Characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003eShading:\u003c\/b\u003e Offers \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"16\" data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003emedium shading\u003c\/b\u003e, providing beautiful transitions between deep green and brown tones on high-quality paper like Tomoe River.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003eSheen:\u003c\/b\u003e The ink is focused on shimmer rather than sheen; while a faint dark edge may appear in heavy applications, it is primarily a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"132\" data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003enon-sheening\u003c\/b\u003e ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/b\u003e The ink has an \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"21\" data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003eaverage to slightly dry flow\u003c\/b\u003e. Due to the high shimmer content, it is best paired with \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"107\" data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003eMedium or Broad nibs\u003c\/b\u003e and pens with generous feeds to ensure consistent glitter distribution and prevent clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003eDrying Time:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"27\" data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003e20 seconds\u003c\/b\u003e, depending on the paper used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48051700105441,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_38c095f8-ef00-41ed-8603-4aedc1b8858e.png?v=1772811075"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-012-winter-night-shimmer-ink","title":"Dominant Industry - 012 Winter Night | Pearl Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCapturing the Bottled Light of a Winter Night \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl No. 012 Winter Night\u003c\/b\u003e is an atmospheric creation from the brand's early collection, embodying the concept of \"bottled light\". This ink is designed to mimic the depth of a midnight sky, focusing on reflective and transparent pigments to create a striking metallic shimmer effect on the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Deep, Midnight Base with Purple Radiance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThe foundation of Winter Night is a cold-toned \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003edeep blue-black\u003c\/b\u003e. In heavy applications, the base approaches black, while lighter strokes reveal navy or indigo hues with a slight teal undertone. This darker base serves as the perfect canvas for the high-density \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"260\"\u003epurple shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e particles. Under light, these fine particles flash with a vibrant purple or silvery-purple glow, creating a \"stars in the night sky\" visual impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLayered Visual Effects and Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSheen:\u003c\/b\u003e On high-quality papers like Tomoe River, a subtle \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003ebrown or golden brown sheen\u003c\/b\u003e can be observed in heavy swabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShading:\u003c\/b\u003e This ink features \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003elow shading\u003c\/b\u003e, as the dark base and dominant shimmer particles provide a consistent, saturated appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlow \u0026amp; Dry Time:\u003c\/b\u003e The ink offers medium flow with a drying time of approximately \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003e30 seconds\u003c\/b\u003e on standard fountain pen-friendly paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48051833864417,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_ceb0150e-3117-44d8-83fa-26775c542900.png?v=1772815440"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-014-periwinkle-twinkle-shimmer-shading-ink","title":"Dominant Industry - 014 Periwinkle Twinkle | Pearl Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Dreamy Dance of Light: Periwinkle Twinkle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl No. 014 Periwinkle Twinkle\u003c\/b\u003e is a captivating creation from the boutique ink studio in Paju, South Korea. Designed to bring a sense of ethereal beauty to the page, this dye-based ink combines a soft floral base with a warm metallic glow, perfectly embodying the concept of \"bottled light.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Perfect \"Blurple\" Base\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThe core of this ink is a beautiful \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003eperiwinkle blue\u003c\/b\u003e, often affectionately called a \"blurple\" (blue-violet) hue. It features a medium-low saturation that offers a refreshing, airy aesthetic. This soft pastel-like tone provides a serene and sophisticated backdrop for its intricate shimmer effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWarm Rose Gold Shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eWhat sets Periwinkle Twinkle apart is its unique inclusion of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003esuper-fine rose gold shimmer\u003c\/b\u003e. The contrast between the cool blue-violet base and the warm rose gold glitter creates a sophisticated visual depth. Under light, the ink sparkles with a delicate metallic radiance that complements the periwinkle tones, evoking a sense of dreamy nostalgia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMedium Shading and Clean Finish \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShading:\u003c\/b\u003e This ink offers \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003emedium shading\u003c\/b\u003e, where strokes transition smoothly from light to deep periwinkle. The effect is most pronounced on fountain pen-friendly papers like Tomoe River, Rhodia, or Midori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSheen:\u003c\/b\u003e It is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"15\"\u003enon-sheening\u003c\/b\u003e ink. By focusing purely on shimmer and shading, it maintains a clean, airy appearance without the distraction of crystalline sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWriting Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e It features an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003eaverage flow\u003c\/b\u003e and a drying time of approximately 30 seconds. To maximize the rose gold effect, use Medium or Broad nibs and remember to shake the bottle well before use to distribute the fine particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3\"\u003eUsage Tips for Shimmer Inks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eNib Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the shimmer particles, we highly recommend using a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eMedium (M) or Broad (B) nib\u003c\/b\u003e, or a glass dip pen. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003eShake Well:\u003c\/b\u003e Please shake the bottle gently before filling your pen to ensure an even distribution of the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your pen regularly when using shimmer inks to maintain optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48051992494305,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_cfc9d432-aa33-47ed-8a26-2b991344c35b.png?v=1772819675"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-016-spring-fields-silver-shimmer-ink","title":"Dominant Industry - 016 Spring Fields | Pearl Series","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Radiance of a Fresh Meadow: Spring Fields \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl No. 016 Spring Fields\u003c\/b\u003e is a vibrant entry in the brand's celebrated Pearl Series. Inspired by the concept of \"bottled light,\" this ink utilizes reflective pearlescent shimmer and transparent dyes to create a three-dimensional color experience that mimics the sunlit fields of spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBright Chartreuse Base with Silver Sparkle \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBase Color\u003c\/b\u003e: A luminous \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003echartreuse or yellow-green\u003c\/b\u003e that captures the essence of fresh spring grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/b\u003e: Infused with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003eultra-fine silver metallic particles\u003c\/b\u003e that create bright, twinkling highlights across your writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVisual Synergy\u003c\/b\u003e: The cool silver shimmer paired with the warm, high-brightness yellow-green base results in a crisp, energetic sparkle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtistic Depth and Shading \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMedium Shading\u003c\/b\u003e: This ink exhibits beautiful \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003etonal variations\u003c\/b\u003e. On premium papers like Tomoe River, wider nibs will reveal a sophisticated transition between light and dark green-yellow hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClean Aesthetic\u003c\/b\u003e: Spring Fields is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003enon-sheening ink\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing the silver shimmer and natural shading to remain the primary visual focus without distracting metallic edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWriting Characteristics and Recommendations \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eSpring Fields features a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003eslightly dry flow\u003c\/b\u003e due to its rich shimmer content. To prevent clogging and ensure an even distribution of the pearlescent particles, we recommend the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNib Choice\u003c\/b\u003e: Best suited for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eMedium, Broad, or Stub nibs\u003c\/b\u003e, as well as dip pens. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFiner nibs (EF\/F) may restrict ink flow or clog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePaper Selection\u003c\/b\u003e: Performs best on \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003efountain-pen friendly paper\u003c\/b\u003e to showcase its shading and shimmer properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUsage Tip\u003c\/b\u003e: Always \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eshake the bottle well\u003c\/b\u003e before filling or writing to redistribute the silver shimmer from the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48052139196641,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_13bf3994-0832-475a-b898-2ae9029671df.png?v=1772825548"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-deeep-field-laniakea-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims DEEEP FIELD Laniakea – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Chroma Shading)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims DEEEP FIELD Laniakea — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims DEEEP FIELD Laniakea\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink inspired by the \u003cstrong\u003eLaniakea Supercluster\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vast cosmic web spanning over 500 million light-years that contains our own Milky Way. Named from the Hawaiian \u003cem\u003e\"immeasurable heaven\"\u003c\/em\u003e, Laniakea captures the layered, shifting complexity of deep space in liquid form. It is one of the most visually sophisticated inks in Tono \u0026amp; Lims' celebrated DEEEP FIELD series, a Korean-made collection that pushes the boundaries of what fountain pen ink can do on the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at \u003cstrong\u003eShosai\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shosai.ca\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eshosai.ca\u003c\/a\u003e) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Laniakea Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMost fountain pen inks do one thing: they put colour on paper. Laniakea does something fundamentally different. Its \u003cstrong\u003echroma-separating formula\u003c\/strong\u003e means the ink does not dry to a single, flat colour — instead, it separates as it dries, revealing multiple distinct tones within a single stroke. The effect is less like traditional ink and more like watching a nebula resolve through a telescope: layers of colour emerging from apparent grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is not shimmer. This is not sheen. This is the ink itself refracting into complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLaniakea opens as a \u003cstrong\u003ecool, neutral grey\u003c\/strong\u003e — understated on first impression. On the page, however, it begins to transform almost immediately as the water content evaporates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Shift \u0026amp; Chroma Separation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs Laniakea dries, the grey base separates into:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep green\u003c\/strong\u003e at the ink's densest points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e in mid-tone areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViolet-purple\u003c\/strong\u003e at the stroke edges and in lighter passes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe exact balance of these colours shifts depending on three variables: \u003cstrong\u003enib wetness\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epaper absorbency\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ehow much ink is laid down\u003c\/strong\u003e. A broad, wet nib on Tomoe River paper will show all three tones simultaneously. A fine nib on standard copy paper will show a more restrained version of the same shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eThe Cosmic Effect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe combined result — grey core dissolving into green, yellow, and purple — mimics the colour structure of the Laniakea Supercluster itself, where galactic filaments of different densities and compositions create distinct visual zones when mapped by astronomers. Your writing becomes a small-scale echo of that structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e★★★★★ — \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shading is Laniakea's primary identity. The tonal gradient within each stroke is among the most dramatic available in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue. Writers who favour expressive, calligraphic styles will find that each letter carries visible depth — lighter at the stroke entry, darker and more complex at the turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNone.\u003c\/strong\u003e Laniakea contains no metallic shimmer particles. This makes it fully safe for fine nibs, delicate vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No risk of clogging or shimmer settling in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNone.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rather than producing metallic edge sheen, Laniakea invests all its visual energy into the colour separation itself. The drama is in the ink film, not on its surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow \u0026amp; Behaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWater-based and well-behaved, Laniakea flows smoothly in standard fountain pen converters and cartridge-converter systems. It does not feather on quality paper, and dry time is consistent with other Tono \u0026amp; Lims inks — slightly longer on coated papers, which can actually enhance colour separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Laniakea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe quality of Laniakea's colour separation is directly tied to paper choice. For maximum effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for shading inks; slow absorption lets the chroma separation fully develop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — creamy surface with excellent ink pooling behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — reliable and widely available; good separation on both\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — exceptional results for those seeking the full green-to-purple spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption will compress the colour gradient before it can fully develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — more ink on the page means more visible separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates dramatic gradient shifts within each letter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation in ink flow under flex pressure produces multiple tonal zones in a single downstroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — will show the grey-to-green-purple shift on quality paper, though more subtly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and long-form writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the colour shift rewards sustained writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand lettering and calligraphy\u003c\/strong\u003e — every stroke carries its own tonal narrative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSketching and wash techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e — diluted with water, Laniakea can produce multi-tonal washes for illustrated journals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwatching and ink reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e — Laniakea is a highly photographable ink; the colour separation reads clearly in macro photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the DEEEP FIELD Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDEEEP FIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e series is Tono \u0026amp; Lims' most technically ambitious regular line. Each ink in the series takes its name and conceptual identity from a specific astronomical phenomenon — from the Oort Cloud at the edge of our solar system to the vast superstructures of the observable universe. The series is defined by its use of \u003cstrong\u003echroma-separating pigment technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, which gives every ink a multi-tonal character unavailable in conventional single-pigment inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLaniakea sits at the largest scale in the series — the supercluster level — making it conceptually the most expansive ink in the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/strong\u003e is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for their adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDEEEP FIELD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLaniakea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based fountain pen ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCool Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGrey \/ Deep Green \/ Golden Yellow \/ Violet-Purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eExceptional — Chroma-Separating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition — Spring 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShosai\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shosai.ca\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eshosai.ca\u003c\/a\u003e) is a fine stationery boutique serving the \u003cstrong\u003eOttawa–Gatineau National Capital Region\u003c\/strong\u003e. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue\u003c\/strong\u003e — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48064903643361,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/DF003AD.jpg?v=1773150113"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-horten-229-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims Horten 229 – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Dark Blue)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Horten 229 — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Horten 229\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dark blue fountain pen ink named after the Horten Ho 229 — the world's first jet-powered flying wing aircraft, developed by Nazi Germany in the final years of World War II. Designed by brothers Reimar and Walter Horten, the Ho 229 was a machine ahead of its time: sleek, angular, and built to disappear. Its dark, radar-absorbing surface and unconventional silhouette gave it an almost phantom quality. Horten 229, the ink, carries that same character — a deep, composed blue that does not announce itself loudly, but commands attention through restraint and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is a blue for writers who want something serious. Not a bright, expressive blue. Not a grey so dark it reads as black. Horten 229 occupies a precise, considered position: dark enough to carry weight, blue enough to remain unmistakably itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Horten 229 Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDark blue inks are among the most competitive categories in fountain pen ink. Horten 229 distinguishes itself not through drama or special effects, but through the quality of its colour and the reliability of its behaviour. Where many dark blues veer toward navy, indigo, or near-black, Horten 229 maintains a clear blue identity with a subtle grey undertone that gives it a sober, professional character without sacrificing warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt is comparable in tone to Tono \u0026amp; Lims Dynamite and Pilot Iroshizuku Shin-Kai — darker than a standard navy, lighter than Taccia Ao-guro by several shades. For writers who have been searching for a dark blue that sits precisely in that range, Horten 229 is a strong candidate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHorten 229 is a dark blue with a mild grey cast. In the bottle, it reads as a deep, slightly muted blue — not dramatic, not murky, but controlled and deliberate. On the page, the grey undertone becomes more apparent, lending the ink a composed, almost military seriousness that suits its namesake well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHorten 229 exhibits low shading. On Tomoe River paper, there is a gentle tonal shift from deep blue at the stroke's densest points to a slightly lighter blue in thinner areas — visible but not pronounced. Writers who prefer flat, consistent colour will find this entirely comfortable. Those who seek dramatic gradient effects should look elsewhere in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA mild sheen is present. In areas of heavy ink pooling or on slower-drying papers, a subtle metallic quality becomes visible at the surface of the ink film. It is not a defining feature of Horten 229 — it will not dominate the look of your writing — but it adds a quiet layer of interest for those who look closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Horten 229 contains no metallic shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No risk of clogging, no shimmer settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHorten 229 is a wet ink. It flows generously through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems, making it a comfortable choice for drier pens or fine nibs that benefit from added lubrication. The wet flow also contributes to the ink's mild sheen, as more ink on the page means more opportunity for the surface effect to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDry time is on the longer side — approximately 50 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions. Writers who work quickly through journals or notebooks should be aware of this, particularly on coated or slow-absorbing papers where dry time extends further. For left-handed writers or those who smudge easily, a medium or broader nib on faster-absorbing paper is advisable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Horten 229 is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run if exposed to moisture. For documents requiring longevity or water resistance, a pigment-based ink is recommended instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Horten 229\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHorten 229's wet flow and mild sheen express themselves best on smooth, slow-absorbing papers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow pools gently, enhancing the mild sheen; shading is most visible here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface complements the ink's controlled, composed character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — reliable everyday option; consistent results across both formats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — brings out the grey undertone and mild sheen particularly well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption will suppress both the shading and the sheen, reducing Horten 229 to a flat, featureless dark blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine to Medium nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-suited to Horten 229's character; the dark blue reads cleanly at smaller sizes and the wet flow compensates for any dryness in finer nibs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad or Stub nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the increased ink deposit brings out the mild sheen and makes the subtle shading more visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the absence of shimmer particles makes Horten 229 safe for older pens with narrow feeds and delicate ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry writers\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow makes Horten 229 a practical choice for pens that tend to run on the dry side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the dark blue is highly legible and professional; a reliable daily ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the grey undertone gives written pages a composed, considered quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark enough to read as serious, blue enough to avoid the severity of black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the grey-blue character photographs well under natural light, showing the mild sheen in pooled areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHorten 229\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based fountain pen ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDark Blue with grey undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~50 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48066102919393,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER001.jpg?v=1773170229"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-breakthrough-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims Breakthrough – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Dusty Purple)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Breakthrough — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Breakthrough\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml fountain pen ink built around one of the most underrepresented colours in the fountain pen world: a dusty, grey-toned purple that sits at the quiet intersection of mauve, grey, and muted violet. This is not a vivid purple. It is not a bright, saturated statement colour. Breakthrough occupies a considered, restrained position — a low-saturation, vintage-feeling grey-mauve that rewards writers who want something composed and distinctive without announcing itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally released as part of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' earlier catalogue and later revisited as a Remastered Limited Edition, Breakthrough has accumulated a loyal following among writers drawn to its understated, dusty character. It has been compared in tone to Sailor Studio 223 — a reference point that will resonate immediately with anyone familiar with that colour family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Breakthrough Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn a market saturated with purples that compete for attention — vivid violets, jewel-toned plums, shimmer-laden lavenders — Breakthrough does the opposite. It retreats. It quiets down. It offers a grey-mauve that feels almost archival, the kind of colour that suits long writing sessions, considered correspondence, and journals meant to be read years from now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere are no special effects here. No shimmer particles catching the light. No sheen flashing at the stroke edges. No dramatic shading pulling the eye through colour gradients. What Breakthrough offers instead is consistency, character, and a colour that is genuinely difficult to find elsewhere in the fountain pen ink market at this tone and saturation level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBreakthrough is a dusty purple with a pronounced grey undertone — what might be described as a dark grayish mauve. In the bottle, it reads as a muted, slightly murky purple-grey. On the page, the colour settles into a composed, low-saturation mauve that leans neither too warm nor too cool. It dries to a restrained, vintage-feeling tone that sits closer to grey-purple than to any vivid violet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWriters who find most purples too bright or too saturated will find Breakthrough to be a rare and welcome exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone to minimal. Across swab tests and writing samples on a range of papers including Tomoe River, Breakthrough dries to a remarkably even, consistent colour. There is no meaningful tonal gradient between the densest and lightest areas of a stroke. Writers who prefer flat, uniform colour will find this entirely satisfying. Those who seek visible shading should look elsewhere in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Even on premium papers where sheen effects typically manifest most strongly — Tomoe River, Cosmo Air Light — Breakthrough shows no metallic edge sheen. The ink's visual identity is entirely in its base colour, undistracted by surface effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Breakthrough contains no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No risk of clogging, no particles settling in the bottle over time. Despite occasional early discussions suggesting otherwise, mainstream reviews consistently confirm the absence of shimmer in both the original and Remastered Limited Edition versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBreakthrough is a smooth, wet ink. It flows generously through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems, making it a comfortable and reliable choice for a wide range of pen and nib combinations. The wet flow is particularly welcome in fine nibs, where it prevents skipping and ensures consistent colour delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDry time is on the longer side — approximately 50 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions, with variation depending on paper absorbency and nib wetness. Writers who work quickly should be aware of this, particularly on coated papers where dry time extends further. Left-handed writers or those prone to smudging may prefer a medium nib on a faster-absorbing paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow to none. Breakthrough is a standard water-based dye ink. It will run if exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring water resistance or archival longevity. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShow-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModerate. On thinner papers, Breakthrough shows through to the reverse side at a moderate level — not severe, but worth considering when choosing paper for two-sided writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Breakthrough\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBreakthrough performs reliably across a wide range of papers. For the best expression of its dusty grey-mauve character:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the slow absorption allows the full colour to develop; the grey undertone is most visible here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — the creamy surface complements the vintage, muted tone of the ink particularly well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results; a dependable everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — brings out the dusty quality of the colour with excellent clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine) where the wet flow may cause feathering and the colour depth will be compressed before it fully develops on the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine to Medium nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow ensures consistent ink delivery even in finer nibs; the grey-mauve reads cleanly at smaller sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad or Stub nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the increased ink deposit reveals more of the colour's depth and dusty character across wider strokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete absence of shimmer particles makes Breakthrough entirely safe for older pens with delicate feeds and narrow ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry writers\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow makes Breakthrough a practical and comfortable choice for pens that tend to run dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and journaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the quiet, composed grey-mauve suits sustained writing sessions; pages take on a considered, vintage quality over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — distinctive enough to be memorable, restrained enough to remain appropriate in formal contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-form note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the flat, consistent colour is easy on the eye across extended reading; no visual noise from shading or sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the dusty grey-mauve photographs well under natural light; the colour's subtlety reads clearly in macro shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Limited Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBreakthrough was originally released as part of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' earlier catalogue before being revisited as a Remastered Limited Edition. The Remastered version maintains the core colour identity of the original — the dusty grey-mauve base, the flat consistent finish, the smooth wet flow — while reflecting Tono \u0026amp; Lims' ongoing refinement of their ink formulations. Both versions share the same essential character; the Remastered edition represents the most current and polished expression of what Breakthrough has always been.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBreakthrough\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOriginal \u0026amp; Remastered Limited Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based fountain pen ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDusty Purple \/ Dark Grey Mauve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone to minimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSmooth, wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~50 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow to none\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48067012919521,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER002.jpg?v=1773190452"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-sea-of-illusion-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims Sea of Illusion – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Navy Blue)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Sea of Illusion — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Sea of Illusion\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink built around a deep, saturated navy blue with a cool blue-grey base. This is not a simple dark blue. Sea of Illusion occupies a precise tonal position — cool, composed, and deliberate — without veering toward purple, teal, or black. Its defining characteristic is its medium shading: on quality paper, each stroke reveals a visible gradient from lighter blue to deep navy, giving the ink a quiet depth that rewards attentive writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally released as part of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' earlier catalogue and later revisited as a Remastered edition through select international channels, Sea of Illusion remains a limited and sought-after ink. It is a navy blue for writers who want more than flatness — but without the visual complexity of shimmer, sheen, or chroma separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Sea of Illusion Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNavy blue is one of the most populated categories in fountain pen ink. Every major brand offers at least one. What separates Sea of Illusion from the field is not a dramatic special effect — it is the quality and consistency of its shading, and the precision of its colour position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhere many navy blues collapse into near-black at their darkest or fade to a washed-out grey-blue at their lightest, Sea of Illusion maintains a coherent identity across the full tonal range of each stroke. The light areas read as clear, cool blue. The dark areas read as rich, deep navy. The gradient between them is smooth and natural — visible enough to add interest, controlled enough to remain professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere are no shimmer particles. There is no sheen. The ink's entire visual argument is made through colour and shading alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSea of Illusion is a deep navy blue with a cool blue-grey cast. In the bottle, it presents as a rich, saturated dark blue — neither warm nor greenish, but distinctly cool and composed. On the page, the blue-grey base gives the dried ink a slightly restrained quality that keeps it from reading as a flat, heavy navy. The colour sits at approximately RGB 93, 133, 188 — a mid-dark blue that retains clear blue identity at all ink densities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium shading — the ink's most notable visual characteristic. On smooth, slow-absorbing papers such as Tomoe River, Sea of Illusion produces a clearly visible tonal gradient within each stroke: lighter cool blue at the stroke's thinner passages, deepening to rich navy at the densest points. The shading is consistent and reliable, becoming more pronounced with broader nibs and wetter writers. It is not the extreme, dramatic shading of a dedicated shading ink, but it is stable, attractive, and one of the primary reasons this ink has retained its following across multiple releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Across standard testing on quality papers and at multiple viewing angles, Sea of Illusion produces no metallic edge sheen — no red, purple, or other reflective overlay on dried strokes. The ink dries to pure navy blue, undistracted by surface effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Sea of Illusion is a standard dye-based ink containing no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no particles settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAverage. Sea of Illusion flows at a moderate, balanced rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems. It is neither notably wet nor notably dry — a reliable middle ground that suits a wide range of nib sizes and pen types without requiring adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLong — exceeding 60 seconds on quality paper such as Tomoe River under normal conditions. This is among the longer dry times in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims range and is worth factoring into your writing setup. On faster-absorbing papers, dry time will be shorter, though at the cost of reduced shading visibility. Left-handed writers and those who smudge easily should exercise particular caution and consider faster-absorbing paper or a finer nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Sea of Illusion is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run, bleed, or fade when exposed to moisture. It is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity or water resistance. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModerate on standard papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Sea of Illusion performs well with clean stroke edges. On standard copy paper or more absorbent papers, some feathering may occur. Paper choice is important for getting clean results with this ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Sea of Illusion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePaper choice directly determines how visible Sea of Illusion's medium shading will be. For the best results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for this ink; slow absorption maximises the tonal gradient and gives the full blue-to-navy shading range room to develop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface with good ink behaviour; the cool blue tone reads cleanly against the cream paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results with clean edges; a dependable everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent clarity; the shading gradient is well-defined and the cool blue-grey character is clearly visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption compresses the tonal gradient before it develops, reduces shading visibility, and may cause feathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page means more visible shading across the full blue-to-navy range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates dramatic tonal variation within each letter; the shading effect is particularly striking in broader stroke sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — shading is more subtle but still present on quality paper; a good choice for those who want the colour without the full gradient effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete absence of shimmer particles makes Sea of Illusion safe for older pens with delicate feeds and narrow ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and journaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the medium shading gives sustained writing sessions a quiet visual rhythm; pages develop a layered, considered quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — navy blue remains one of the most universally appropriate ink colours for formal writing; the shading adds distinction without sacrificing legibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-form note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cool, composed colour is easy on the eye; the shading provides visual interest without distraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the blue-to-navy shading gradient photographs clearly under natural light; the cool tone reads well across a range of lighting conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSea of Illusion was originally released as part of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' earlier catalogue before being revisited as a Remastered edition, available through select international and specialty channels. The Remastered version preserves the core colour identity and shading character of the original while reflecting Tono \u0026amp; Lims' ongoing refinement of their ink formulations. Both versions share the same essential profile — deep navy blue, medium shading, no shimmer, no sheen — with the Remastered edition representing the most current expression of the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSea of Illusion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition \/ Remastered Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDeep Navy Blue \/ Blue-Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e60+ seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48067070689505,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER003.jpg?v=1773191711"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-chigyoraku-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims Chigyoraku 知魚楽 – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Burgundy Purple)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Chigyoraku 知魚楽 — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Chigyoraku 知魚楽\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink rooted in one of East Asian philosophy's most quietly joyful passages — the story of Zhuangzi and Huizi standing on a bridge, debating whether a fish can know happiness. The answer, in Zhuangzi's telling, is found not through logic but through feeling: you know joy by living it. Chigyoraku, the ink, carries that same emotional register. Its burgundy-plum base shifts from dusty rose to deep wine-purple across a single stroke, capturing something between delight and melancholy — the bittersweet beauty of a fading rose, the warmth of water catching light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe bottle label features two small fish and Chinese characters against the ink's base colour — a quiet piece of design that reflects the philosophical origin without overstating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally released as a limited edition and later revisited as a Remastered version reformulated with updated materials for greater depth and refinement, Chigyoraku remains one of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' most emotionally resonant inks. The Remastered edition is the most current and polished expression of this colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Chigyoraku Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBurgundy and plum inks are not rare. But an ink that shifts convincingly from pale dusty rose to deep wine-purple within the same stroke — on the same page, in the same pen — is considerably rarer. Chigyoraku's defining quality is not simply its colour, but the range of its colour: the full arc from light pink through mauve to dark burgundy-purple, expressed through shading alone, without shimmer or sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe effect changes dramatically with paper. On Cosmo Air Light, the ink reads as a dusty, grey-pink rose with deep wine at the stroke centres. On Tomoe River, it shifts toward a richer grape-purple. On everyday papers, it settles into a composed pink-purple that remains entirely legible and professional. The same ink reads differently in every context — which is, perhaps, the point. Like Zhuangzi's fish, its happiness depends on where it swims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eChigyoraku is a complex burgundy-plum purple with warm pink undertones. In the bottle, it presents as a deep, slightly murky wine-purple — rich without being heavy. On the page, the colour resolves differently depending on paper and nib:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOn \u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ink reads closest to a deep grape-soda purple — saturated, warm, and rich\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOn \u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e and similar papers, it shifts toward a dramatic dusty rose in lighter areas, deepening to pink-purple and dark burgundy at the stroke's densest points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOn standard papers, it settles into a composed pink-mauve that reads cleanly at all nib sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe colour sits at approximately RGB 182, 118, 142 — a pink-purple that is warm at its lightest and deeply vinous at its darkest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium to heavy — Chigyoraku's most defining and celebrated characteristic. The tonal range within a single stroke is exceptional: light passes read as soft, dusty pink; mid-tones resolve into mauve and warm purple; the densest areas deepen into dark burgundy and wine-purple. The gradient is expressive and dramatic without being garish — it rewards broad nibs, slow writing, and quality paper, but remains attractive even in finer nibs on everyday stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is one of the most visually expressive shading inks in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue. Writers who value tonal depth over flatness will find Chigyoraku to be among the most rewarding inks available at this colour position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eReflet métallique (Sheen)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone to minimal. Reviews of both the original and Remastered versions consistently report no significant sheen. The ink's entire visual energy is invested in its shading range rather than surface metallic effects. On premium papers under certain lighting conditions, a very faint warmth may appear at pooling points, but this is not a defining feature of the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePaillettes (Shimmer)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Chigyoraku is a standard dye-based ink containing no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no particles settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAverage. Chigyoraku flows at a balanced, moderate rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems — neither notably wet nor notably dry. The flow is consistent across nib sizes, making it a reliable choice for a wide range of pens without adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe original version tested at approximately 40 seconds on quality paper — on the longer side for a dye ink. The Remastered version performs at an average or slightly faster dry time on quality paper, reflecting the reformulation. On faster-absorbing papers, dry time is shorter, though at the cost of reduced shading visibility. Left-handed writers and those prone to smudging should factor this into their paper and nib choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Chigyoraku is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eLine Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCrisp and clean on quality fountain pen papers. On premium papers — Tomoe River, Cosmo Air Light, Rhodia — Chigyoraku lays down clean, well-defined strokes with no feathering. On standard office paper, performance is slightly reduced but remains acceptable for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Chigyoraku\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePaper choice is the single most important variable in how Chigyoraku's shading expresses itself. The ink behaves differently enough across paper types that the choice genuinely changes the character of the colour:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most dramatic expression; dusty rose in lighter areas, deep burgundy at stroke centres; the full pink-to-wine range is visible simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — shifts the colour toward a richer grape-purple; slower absorption maximises the tonal gradient; the gold standard for shading inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — creamy surface brings out the warm pink undertones; excellent pooling behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results; a dependable everyday option that shows the shading clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption compresses the tonal gradient before it develops, reducing the pink-to-burgundy range to a flat, mid-tone mauve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page means the full pink-to-burgundy shading range is visible within each stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates multiple tonal zones within each letter; particularly striking for expressive writing and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation in ink flow under flex pressure produces dramatic shifts from pale pink to deep wine within a single downstroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — shading is more restrained but still present on quality paper; a good choice for those who want the colour without the full expressive range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtistic writing and expressive journaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pink-to-burgundy shading range rewards sustained writing; each page develops its own tonal narrative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated journaling and wash work\u003c\/strong\u003e — diluted with water, Chigyoraku produces multi-tonal pink and mauve washes with unexpected depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the composed pink-mauve base reads cleanly and professionally on standard papers; distinctive without being distracting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwatching and ink documentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — the shading range photographs exceptionally well; the full pink-to-burgundy gradient reads clearly in natural light and macro photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eChigyoraku was originally released as a limited edition before being revisited as a Remastered version, reformulated with updated materials to bring greater depth and refinement to the colour. The Remastered edition preserves the core identity of the original — the burgundy-plum base, the expressive shading range, the philosophical origin — while representing Tono \u0026amp; Lims' most current and polished expression of this ink. Both versions share the same essential character; the Remastered edition is the version currently available through select retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eChigyoraku 知魚楽\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition \/ Remastered Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBurgundy \/ Plum Purple \/ Pink-Purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium to Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone to minimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~40 sec (original) \/ Average (Remastered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48067158802657,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER004.jpg?v=1773194438"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-city-of-mist-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims City of Mist – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Grey)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims City of Mist — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims City of Mist is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink built around a cool, neutral grey — a colour that is deceptively simple on first impression and quietly compelling in use. Grey inks occupy a precise niche in the fountain pen world: too light and they disappear; too dark and they read as black. City of Mist finds the right position — a mid-tone, slightly cool grey that holds its identity across nib sizes and paper types, while its shading gives each stroke a visible depth that flat greys cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA collaboration between the Japanese brand Tono \u0026amp; Lims and South Korea's Lim's Lab, City of Mist was originally released as a limited edition available primarily at pen shows and select events. It has since been revisited as a Remastered Limited Edition, reformulated with updated materials for greater depth and refinement, and made available through select international channels. The Remastered edition is the most current and polished expression of this colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes City of Mist Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGrey is one of the most technically demanding colours in fountain pen ink. A grey that reads as flat and lifeless on the page offers nothing that a diluted black cannot provide more reliably. City of Mist avoids that trap through its shading — a visible gradient from lighter to darker grey within each stroke that gives the ink a textured, atmospheric quality entirely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe name is apt. City of Mist does not assert itself. It settles. It diffuses. It creates the impression of depth without drama — a grey that feels considered rather than merely neutral. Writers who find black too heavy and blue too conventional will find in City of Mist a third option that is neither compromise nor afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCity of Mist is a mid-tone, cool neutral grey. In the bottle, it presents as a clean, slightly muted grey — neither warm nor noticeably blue-toned, but distinctly cool in character. On the page, the grey settles into a composed, legible tone that sits at approximately RGB 109, 106, 116 — close enough to neutral to work in professional contexts, cool enough to carry quiet character. It is not a dark charcoal and not a pale silver-grey; it occupies the considered middle ground between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eVisible and characterful — the ink's defining quality. City of Mist produces a clear tonal gradient from lighter grey in the thinner areas of each stroke to deeper, denser grey at the pooling points. The Remastered version enhances this further, using updated materials to strengthen the depth and refinement of the shading effect. On quality papers with broader nibs, the gradient becomes particularly pronounced, giving sustained writing sessions a layered, atmospheric quality that flat grey inks cannot achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eReflet métallique (Sheen)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Reviews and descriptions of both the original and Remastered versions consistently report no metallic edge sheen. City of Mist invests its visual identity entirely in its grey base and shading character rather than surface reflective effects. The ink dries to pure grey, undistracted by sheen at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePaillettes (Shimmer)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. City of Mist contains no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is a standard dye-based ink, fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no particles settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSmooth and reliable. City of Mist flows well through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems across a wide range of nib sizes. The flow is consistent and balanced — a comfortable everyday ink that does not require adjustment or special handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003epH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 9.2 — slightly alkaline. This is within the normal range for fountain pen inks and does not present compatibility issues with standard pens and materials. Writers with particularly sensitive vintage pens or unusual ink channel materials may wish to note this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. City of Mist is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e30ml glass bottle — the standard Tono \u0026amp; Lims format, with a secure cap suitable for long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of City of Mist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCity of Mist's shading expresses itself most clearly on smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the ink film time to develop its tonal gradient before setting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — slow absorption maximises the light-to-dark grey gradient; the shading is at its most visible and atmospheric here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface with excellent ink pooling behaviour; the cool grey tone reads cleanly against the cream paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results; a dependable everyday pairing that shows the shading clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent clarity; the cool neutral grey character is well-defined and the shading gradient reads with precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption compresses the tonal gradient before it develops, reducing City of Mist to a flat, unremarkable grey with no visible depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page means the full light-to-dark grey shading range is visible within each stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates multiple tonal zones within each letter; the shading effect is particularly atmospheric in broader stroke sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — shading is more subtle but still present on quality paper; a good choice for those who prefer a more restrained expression of the gradient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete absence of shimmer particles makes City of Mist entirely safe for older pens with delicate feeds and narrow ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cool neutral grey is highly legible and professional; a distinctive alternative to black for daily correspondence and journaling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — grey reads as considered and precise; City of Mist occupies a tone that is formal without severity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-form journaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the shading gives sustained writing sessions a layered, atmospheric quality; pages develop visible tonal depth over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the light-to-dark grey gradient photographs clearly under natural light; the shading reads well in macro photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Limited Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCity of Mist was originally released as a limited edition available primarily at pen shows and select events, a collaboration between Tono \u0026amp; Lims and Lim's Lab. It has since been revisited as a Remastered Limited Edition, reformulated with updated materials to bring greater depth and refinement to the grey base and shading character. The Remastered edition preserves the core identity of the original — the cool neutral grey, the visible shading, the composed atmospheric character — while representing the most current and polished expression of the ink. It is available through select international and specialty retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCity of Mist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollaboration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims × Lim's Lab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition \/ Remastered Limited Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCool Neutral Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~9.2 (slightly alkaline)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVisible — Light to Dark Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSmooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48070358171873,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER005.jpg?v=1773236042"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-eva-82-hrs-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims EVA 82 hrs – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Turquoise)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims EVA 82 hrs — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims EVA 82 hrs is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink built around a bright, saturated turquoise — a clean blue-green that sits in the precise tonal range where sky blue meets tropical water. This is not a muted or dusty turquoise. EVA 82 hrs presents as a vivid, confident blue-green that retains its saturation both wet and dry, without veering toward either pure blue or pure green. Its RGB profile sits at approximately 52, 156, 214 — a bright, clear turquoise that has drawn comparisons to Lamy Vibrant Turquoise in tone and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally released as a Japanese domestic or pen show limited edition, EVA 82 hrs has since been made available internationally through a Remastered edition. It is a reliable, well-behaved turquoise for writers who want a clean, expressive colour without the complexity of heavy shading, shimmer, or dramatic sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes EVA 82 hrs Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTurquoise is one of the most populated colour categories in fountain pen ink, with strong entries from Lamy, Diamine, Pilot, and many others. EVA 82 hrs does not attempt to out-drama the competition. Instead, it offers something more considered: a turquoise that is bright without being harsh, saturated without being overwhelming, and well-behaved enough for everyday use without sacrificing visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe low shading adds a gentle tonal variation that prevents the ink from reading as completely flat. The mild sheen adds a quiet surface interest on premium papers. Neither effect dominates — they complement the base colour without distracting from it. EVA 82 hrs is a turquoise that works as hard as you need it to, and no harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEVA 82 hrs is a bright, clear turquoise with a strong blue presence and a fresh green undertone. In the bottle, it presents as a vivid, slightly electric blue-green — immediately recognisable as turquoise, neither too warm nor too cool. On the page, the colour dries to a composed, saturated turquoise that holds its identity across nib sizes and paper types. The colour sits at approximately RGB 52, 156, 214 — closer to a bright sky blue with turquoise character than to a green-dominant teal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWriters familiar with Lamy Vibrant Turquoise will find EVA 82 hrs to occupy a similar tonal position, with the characteristic Tono \u0026amp; Lims refinement in flow and behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. EVA 82 hrs exhibits a gentle tonal variation between the lighter and denser areas of each stroke — visible on quality paper under good lighting, but not pronounced. The gradient is a subtle shift from lighter turquoise to a slightly deeper blue-green at the pooling points, rather than a dramatic multi-tonal separation. Writers who prefer consistent, even colour will find this entirely comfortable. Those seeking dramatic shading should look to other inks in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMild. On premium papers such as Tomoe River, EVA 82 hrs shows a subtle metallic surface quality at heavier ink deposits — a quiet warmth or slight reflective quality that becomes visible at certain angles. It is not a high sheen or rainbow sheen ink; the effect is restrained and does not dominate the ink's overall appearance. It adds a layer of interest for those who look closely without changing the fundamental character of the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. EVA 82 hrs is a standard dye-based ink containing no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no particles settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAverage. EVA 82 hrs flows at a balanced, moderate rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems — neither notably wet nor notably dry. It is a comfortable, reliable choice for a wide range of pen and nib combinations without requiring adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 25 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions — a moderate dry time that suits most writing styles and paper types. Faster than many Tono \u0026amp; Lims inks, making EVA 82 hrs a more practical choice for writers who work quickly or tend to smudge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. EVA 82 hrs is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — EVA 82 hrs performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges and no bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of EVA 82 hrs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEVA 82 hrs performs reliably across a wide range of papers. For the best expression of its turquoise character and mild sheen:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — slow absorption allows the mild sheen to develop fully; the turquoise reads at its most vivid and the subtle shading is most visible here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface complements the bright blue-green character; excellent everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results with clean stroke edges; a dependable everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bright turquoise reads with excellent clarity; clean edges and good ink behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption suppresses both the mild sheen and the subtle shading, and may cause feathering that disrupts the clean turquoise character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine to Medium nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bright turquoise reads cleanly at smaller sizes; a natural fit for everyday writing and note-taking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — more ink on the page brings out the mild sheen and makes the subtle shading more visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes adds visual interest to the colour's low shading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete absence of shimmer particles makes EVA 82 hrs entirely safe for older pens with delicate feeds and narrow ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bright, clean turquoise is highly legible and distinctive; a reliable daily ink for those who want colour without complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the mild sheen and low shading add quiet visual interest to sustained writing sessions without dominating the page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — bright enough to be memorable, controlled enough to remain appropriate in most contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the saturated turquoise photographs clearly under natural light; the mild sheen reads well in macro shots on premium paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEVA 82 hrs was originally released as a Japanese domestic or pen show limited edition before being revisited as a Remastered edition for international distribution. The Remastered version preserves the core colour identity and reliable behaviour of the original — the bright turquoise base, the low shading, the mild sheen — while reflecting Tono \u0026amp; Lims' ongoing refinement of their ink formulations. The Remastered edition is the most current and widely available expression of this ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEVA 82 hrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition \/ Remastered Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBright Turquoise \/ Blue-Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~25 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48070511952097,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER007.jpg?v=1773239795"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-018-tanzanite-shimmer-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Dominant Industry Pearl 018 Tanzanite — Deep Purple, Blue Shimmer \u0026 Copper Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 018 Tanzanite — 25ml Shimmer Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 018 Tanzanite\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 25ml shimmer fountain pen ink built around a saturated deep purple-blue — a colour that sits where midnight violet meets deep indigo, anchored by suspended blue metallic particles and finished with a quiet copper sheen. This is not a pastel or a dusty purple. Tanzanite presents as a dark, confident deep purple that retains its depth both wet and dry, with blue shimmer that activates fully under light and rewards wider nibs and wetter writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePart of Dominant Industry's Pearl Collection — a series dedicated to shimmer inks with metallic particle suspension — Pearl 018 takes its name from tanzanite, the rare blue-violet gemstone found exclusively in northern Tanzania. The ink earns that reference: a deep, gemstone-quality colour with layered optical effects that shift depending on light, paper, and nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Pearl 018 Tanzanite Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePurple is a well-populated category in fountain pen ink. Tanzanite does not compete on brightness or playfulness. Instead, it occupies a more specific position: a deep, almost brooding purple-blue that is dark enough to read as near-black at smaller nib sizes, yet reveals extraordinary complexity — blue fire, copper warmth — under closer inspection or broader application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMany users reach for Tanzanite as a sophisticated alternative to black or navy ink. It is dark enough for formal and everyday use, yet visually distinctive in a way that plain blacks and blues are not. The combination of deep violet base, blue shimmer, and copper sheen creates an ink that changes character depending on how you use it — subtle and professional in a fine nib, dramatic and gemstone-like in a broad or stub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 018 Tanzanite is a deep purple with a pronounced blue-violet character. In the bottle, it reads as a very dark blue-purple — rich and saturated, closer to deep indigo-violet than to a red-leaning purple. On the page, it dries to a composed, dark violet that holds its depth across nib sizes. At fine nib sizes, it can read as a near-black with purple undertone. At medium to broad sizes, the full blue-violet character becomes visible alongside the shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eUsers frequently describe it as a dark purple that leans blue rather than red — a distinction that makes it more versatile for formal and professional contexts than warmer purples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Tanzanite exhibits minimal tonal variation between lighter and denser areas of each stroke. The ink delivers a consistent, saturated deep purple across the page without dramatic light-to-dark gradient separation. Some subtle depth variation is visible on premium papers at broader nib sizes, but the ink's primary character is consistent saturation rather than expressive shading. Writers who prefer even, reliable colour will find this entirely comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBlue metallic shimmer particles, medium intensity. The suspended blue metallic particles are the defining characteristic of Pearl 018 Tanzanite. They are clearly visible on smooth papers at medium to broad nib sizes, reading as bright blue sparkles against the deep purple base — a contrast that gives the ink its gemstone-like quality. At fine nib sizes, the shimmer is present but more restrained. On Tomoe River paper with a wet or broad nib, the blue shimmer is vivid and unmistakable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShake gently before each use to redistribute settled shimmer particles evenly throughout the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium copper. On premium papers, Tanzanite develops a visible copper sheen at the edges of heavier ink deposits — a warm, metallic surface quality that becomes distinct under raking or directional light. The copper sheen is an unexpected complement to the cool blue-violet base, adding a layer of warmth and complexity that rewards close observation. It is more present than a merely subtle sheen, but does not dominate the ink's overall appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAverage to good. Pearl 018 Tanzanite flows at a balanced, moderate rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems — consistent and smooth without being notably wet or dry. It is a reliable choice across a wide range of pen and nib combinations. As with all shimmer inks, regular pen maintenance is recommended to prevent particle accumulation in the feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 40 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions (medium nib on Rhodia). Longer than non-shimmer inks due to the particle suspension, and consistent with other inks in the Pearl Collection. Writers who work quickly may wish to allow additional drying time, particularly on slower-absorbing papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Pearl 018 Tanzanite is a water-based dye ink with shimmer particle suspension and no water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For archival applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Tanzanite performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges and no bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur, and shimmer expression will be suppressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Pearl 018 Tanzanite\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimmer particles settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. A gentle shake before filling ensures even particle distribution and consistent shimmer expression throughout your writing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 018 Tanzanite rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the shimmer particles to settle on the surface rather than absorbing into the fibre:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for shimmer inks; slow absorption allows blue shimmer particles to develop fully on the surface; copper sheen most visible here; the deep purple reads at maximum saturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent shimmer expression; clean stroke edges; the blue sparkle reads with high clarity against the dark violet base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface supports good shimmer development; reliable everyday pairing for the deep purple character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, dependable results; shimmer present and visible; a practical everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption buries shimmer particles below the surface, suppresses the copper sheen, and may cause feathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for all shimmer inks; more ink on the page means more shimmer particles deposited, making the blue sparkle and copper sheen fully visible; the deep purple character reads at its best\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes gives the shimmer a dynamic, varied expression across the page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent pairing; high ink volume and consistent flow maximise shimmer expression throughout long writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — shimmer is present but restrained; the ink reads primarily as a deep purple with subtle blue sparkle; functional and attractive, but does not fully showcase the Pearl Collection character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — not recommended; risk of particle clogging in narrow feeds; shimmer largely suppressed at this nib size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs with all shimmer inks, flush your pen every 2–4 weeks to prevent metallic particle accumulation in the feed and nib channel. Pearl 018 Tanzanite is pH neutral and safe for resin and celluloid pens, but regular cleaning is essential for long-term pen health with any shimmer ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing as a black or navy alternative\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark enough for formal and professional use; visually distinctive in a way that plain blacks and blues are not; a confident choice for writers who want depth with character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and sustained writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the copper sheen and blue shimmer add quiet visual complexity to longer writing sessions without overwhelming the page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and broad nib writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — broad strokes bring out the full shimmer and sheen character; an excellent ink for calligraphic work where visual richness is the goal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the deep purple photographs with strong contrast under natural light; blue shimmer reads clearly in macro shots on Tomoe River; copper sheen visible in raking-light photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Pearl Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Pearl Collection is Dominant Industry's dedicated shimmer ink line — a series of inks formulated around suspended metallic particles in richly coloured dye bases. Each ink in the Pearl Collection is designed to deliver a layered optical experience: a strong base colour, visible shimmer, and in many cases a contrasting sheen. Pearl 018 Tanzanite is among the most distinctive entries in the series, combining a rare deep violet base with blue shimmer and copper sheen in a combination that few other shimmer inks replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Dominant Industry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry is a South Korean fountain pen ink brand known for its Pearl Collection shimmer inks and a broad catalogue of richly formulated colours. Founded on a commitment to high-quality ink production, Dominant Industry has built a strong international following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDominant Industry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl 018 Tanzanite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e25ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink with shimmer particles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDeep Purple \/ Blue-Violet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlue metallic, medium intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCopper, medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAverage to good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~40 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for resin and celluloid pens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium, broad, stub recommended; EF\/F not recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48071014121697,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_c4fcb2b7-a861-4041-8685-0c1eae3d0f81.png?v=1773254967"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-019-lapis-lazuli-shimmer-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Dominant Industry Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli — Cobalt Blue, Blue Shimmer \u0026 Pink Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli — 25ml Shimmer Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli \u003c\/strong\u003eis a 25ml shimmer fountain pen ink built around a vivid, saturated cobalt blue — a colour that captures the depth and brilliance of the semi-precious stone it is named after, anchored by suspended blue metallic shimmer particles and finished with a striking high pink sheen. This is not a muted or corporate blue. Lapis Lazuli presents as a bold, luminous cobalt that rewards close inspection with layered optical effects: blue shimmer that catches the light, medium shading that adds tonal depth across each stroke, and a dramatic pink sheen that edges every line with unexpected warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePart of Dominant Industry's Pearl Collection — also known as the Pearl Alchemist series — Pearl 019 is a pigment-based shimmer ink, a distinction that sets it apart from standard dye-based shimmer inks and contributes to its exceptional colour saturation and depth. The bottle itself reflects the ink's character: a classic teardrop glass bottle, complete with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw, finished to a standard that matches the quality of what is inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBlue is the most competitive colour category in fountain pen ink. Lapis Lazuli does not settle for a safe interpretation. Instead, it stacks three distinct optical effects — blue shimmer, medium shading, and a high pink sheen — onto a cobalt blue base that is already exceptional on its own. The result is an ink that performs differently depending on how you use it: vivid and saturated in everyday writing, complex and gemstone-like under closer inspection or broader nib application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe pink sheen is the detail that most users remember first. It is not a subtle or occasional effect — it is a high-intensity sheen that appears as a strong pink-to-red reflective edge on heavier ink deposits, particularly visible on smooth papers like Tomoe River under raking light. Against the cool cobalt blue base, the warm pink sheen creates a contrast that is genuinely striking. Paired with blue shimmer and medium shading, Lapis Lazuli is among the most visually complex inks in the Pearl Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 019 Lapis Lazuli is a vivid cobalt blue with high saturation and a rich, luminous character. In the bottle, it presents as a deep, brilliant blue — immediately recognisable as cobalt rather than navy, royal, or sky blue. On the page, it dries to a saturated, lively blue that holds its vibrancy across nib sizes and paper types. It is a blue that reads as genuinely blue — not grey-leaning, not purple-leaning — with the kind of colour intensity that makes it stand out on the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eUsers consistently describe it as one of the most beautiful blues in the Pearl Collection: vivid, inviting, and rich with character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium. Lapis Lazuli exhibits clear tonal variation between lighter and denser areas of each stroke — a visible gradient from lighter cobalt in thinner strokes to a deeper, richer blue at pooling points. The shading adds dimension and life to the writing, preventing the saturated cobalt base from reading as flat or one-dimensional. On premium papers with medium to broad nibs, the shading is a defining part of the ink's character. Writers who appreciate tonal depth in their blue inks will find Lapis Lazuli particularly rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBlue metallic shimmer particles, medium intensity. The suspended blue metallic particles complement the cobalt base with a soft, pearlescent shimmer — a gentle blue iridescence that adds depth and luminosity without competing with the base colour or the sheen. The shimmer reads as a refined, gemstone-like quality rather than an aggressive glitter effect, consistent with the Pearl Collection's aesthetic. It is most visible on smooth, slow-absorbing papers at medium to broad nib sizes. At fine nib sizes, it is present but more restrained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShake gently before each use to redistribute settled shimmer particles evenly throughout the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHigh pink. The pink sheen is the most dramatic optical effect in Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli — and one of the most striking sheens in the Pearl Collection. On premium papers, particularly Tomoe River, the ink develops a strong pink-to-red metallic reflective edge at heavier ink deposits, clearly visible under raking or directional light. The contrast between the cool cobalt blue base and the warm pink sheen is what many users describe as the defining quality of this ink. The sheen is present and pronounced enough to be a genuine design element, not a background detail — but well-behaved enough not to cause smearing or handling problems under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAverage to wet. Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli flows at a moderate to slightly generous rate — smooth and consistent, with enough flow to express its shimmer and sheen character without being prone to flooding or hard starts. As with all shimmer inks, regular pen maintenance is recommended to prevent particle accumulation in the feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 40 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions. Consistent with other pigment-based shimmer inks in the Pearl Collection. Writers who work quickly or use slow-absorbing papers may wish to allow additional drying time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli offers minimal water resistance — more than a standard dye ink, consistent with its pigment base, but not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity or significant moisture exposure. For archival applications, a dedicated pigment or iron gall ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal feathering on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Lapis Lazuli performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges. Moderate show-through may be visible on thinner papers; no significant bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur and shimmer expression will be suppressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimmer particles settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. A gentle shake before filling ensures even particle distribution and consistent shimmer expression throughout your writing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 019 Lapis Lazuli rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow shimmer particles to rest on the surface and sheen to develop fully at ink-pooling edges:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for this ink; slow absorption maximises shimmer particle expression on the surface; pink sheen is most vivid and dramatic here; cobalt base reads at full saturation with the most visible shading gradient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent shimmer and sheen expression; clean stroke edges; the cobalt blue reads with outstanding clarity and the pink sheen develops well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface supports good shimmer development and shading expression; a reliable everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, dependable results; shimmer present and visible; sheen visible under good lighting; a practical everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption suppresses shimmer particles, eliminates the pink sheen, and flattens the shading gradient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page means more shimmer particles deposited and a more pronounced shading gradient; the pink sheen is most visible at broader nib sizes; the cobalt base reads at its most saturated and expressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the medium shading dramatically; the contrast between lighter upstrokes and heavier downstrokes gives the ink a calligraphic depth that is particularly well-suited to Lapis Lazuli's character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent pairing; consistent high ink volume maximises shimmer expression and ensures the pink sheen develops reliably throughout long writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cobalt blue reads cleanly and the shading is still visible; shimmer and sheen are present but more restrained; functional and attractive for everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — not recommended; risk of particle clogging in narrow feeds; shimmer suppressed; pigment-based formula requires attentive maintenance at this nib size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs a pigment-based shimmer ink, Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli requires more attentive pen care than standard dye inks. Flush your pen every 1–2 weeks to prevent pigment and metallic particle accumulation in the feed and nib channel. Do not leave the ink sitting unused in a pen for extended periods. Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli is compatible with standard fountain pen materials, but regular cleaning is essential for long-term pen health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpressive everyday writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid cobalt blue is highly legible and visually distinctive; the medium shading adds life to everyday handwriting without requiring any special technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and sustained writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the layered combination of shimmer, shading, and pink sheen rewards the longer pages that journaling produces; each page has visual depth and character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and broad nib writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the medium shading is particularly expressive in calligraphic letterforms; stub and italic nibs bring out the full contrast between light and dark in each stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pen use\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pens; the pigment base and shimmer particles express well with the generous ink flow typical of dip pen application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cobalt blue photographs with exceptional clarity under natural light; the pink sheen is dramatic in raking-light photography; blue shimmer reads well in macro shots on Tomoe River\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Pearl Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Pearl Collection — also known as the Pearl Alchemist series — is Dominant Industry's dedicated shimmer ink line, a series of inks formulated around suspended metallic particles in richly coloured bases. Pearl 019 Lapis Lazuli represents one of the most layered and optically complex entries in the series: a pigment-based cobalt blue with blue shimmer, medium shading, and a high pink sheen — a combination that few other shimmer inks in any catalogue can replicate. Each bottle in the Pearl Collection is presented in a teardrop glass bottle with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw, reflecting the care and intention that goes into every aspect of the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Dominant Industry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry is a South Korean fountain pen ink brand known for its Pearl Collection shimmer inks and a broad catalogue of richly formulated colours. Founded on a commitment to high-quality ink production, Dominant Industry has built a strong international following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDominant Industry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl Collection \/ Pearl Alchemist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl 019 Lapis Lazuli\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e25ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTeardrop glass bottle with cloth bag and ink-assist straw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePigment-based ink with shimmer particles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCobalt Blue \/ Vibrant Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlue metallic, medium intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePink, high intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAverage to wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~40 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCompatible with resin and celluloid pens; attentive maintenance required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium, broad, stub recommended; EF\/F not recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48071156334817,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_7109cc5c-0b8c-4de4-8a71-306339556aa4.png?v=1773258869"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-020-sunset-shimmer-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Dominant Industry Pearl 020 Sunset — Soft Lavender, Gold Shimmer \u0026 Blue Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 020 Sunset — Soft Lavender, Gold Shimmer \u0026amp; Blue Sheen Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 020 Sunset \u003c\/strong\u003eis a 25ml shimmer fountain pen ink built around a soft, dreamy lavender — a colour that evokes the undersaturated violet of a sky at dusk, anchored by abundant gold and rose gold metallic shimmer particles and finished with a blue sheen that appears at the ink's edges under directional light. This is not a bold or saturated purple. Sunset presents as a gentle, low-key lavender that earns its name: a colour that is quiet on its own, but comes alive with warm golden shimmer and a cool blue edge that together capture the layered quality of light at the end of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePart of Dominant Industry's Pearl Collection — a series dedicated to shimmer inks with metallic particle suspension — Pearl 020 pairs an intentionally restrained base colour with one of the most generous shimmer expressions in the series. The gold shimmer is rich, abundant, and clearly visible under light, creating a warm metallic glow that contrasts beautifully with the cool lavender base. The bottle continues the Pearl Collection's signature presentation: a 25ml glass bottle with an ink-assist straw, designed with the same care as the ink it holds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Pearl 020 Sunset Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLavender is an uncommon choice as the base for a shimmer ink — most shimmer inks lean toward deeper, more saturated colours where the metallic particles have an obvious backdrop to work against. Sunset takes the opposite approach: a deliberately light, soft lavender that lets the gold shimmer carry the visual weight. The result is an ink that feels unlike anything else in the Pearl Collection — airy and delicate in character, yet rich with metallic warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe gold shimmer is the defining element. It is not a restrained or subtle shimmer — it is abundant, clearly present, and catches the light readily, shifting between gold and rose gold depending on the angle and lighting conditions. Against the pale lavender base, the effect is genuinely dreamy: soft purple touched with warm golden light, edged with a quiet blue sheen. Writers who gravitate toward romantic, artistic, or calligraphic applications will find Sunset particularly well-suited to their work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 020 Sunset is a soft, undersaturated lavender — a muted, grey-tinged light purple that sits closer to a whisper than a statement. In the bottle, it presents as a pale, cool lavender with low intensity. On the page, it dries to a gentle, airy violet that is legible but deliberately light. On some papers or with finer nibs, the base colour may appear quite pale; the full character of Sunset emerges most clearly with broader nibs and generous ink flow that allow the shimmer to activate alongside the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWriters frequently describe it as a dreamy, fantasy-like lavender — soft and romantic, reminiscent of a fading evening sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium. Despite the light base colour, Sunset exhibits a meaningful tonal variation between thinner and denser areas of each stroke — a visible gradient from lighter lavender in hairline strokes to a deeper, more concentrated violet at pooling points. The shading adds dimension to the writing without becoming dramatic. Because the base is intentionally light, the shading reads as a gentle deepening rather than a high-contrast separation. On premium papers with medium to broad nibs, the shading gives the ink a soft three-dimensionality that complements the shimmer well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGold and rose gold metallic shimmer particles, high intensity. The gold shimmer is the star of Pearl 020 Sunset — abundant, richly present, and immediately visible under light. The metallic particles shift between warm gold and rose gold depending on the angle and lighting conditions, creating a bronzey, pearlescent glow that feels entirely consistent with the ink's name. The shimmer is generous enough to be clearly visible even on moderately smooth papers, and reaches its full expression on Tomoe River and similar slow-absorbing surfaces with medium to broad nibs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRelative to other shimmer inks, Sunset is considered friendly and well-behaved — the particles flow smoothly and are less prone to clogging than some comparable shimmer inks, though medium and broader nibs remain the recommended choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShake gently before each use to redistribute settled shimmer particles evenly throughout the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium blue. On smooth papers, particularly Rhodia and Tomoe River, Sunset develops a blue sheen at the edges of heavier ink deposits — a cool, metallic surface quality that becomes visible under raking or directional light. The blue sheen creates an unexpected and appealing contrast with both the warm gold shimmer and the cool lavender base, adding a third layer of colour complexity to the ink's optical character. It is a clearly present sheen rather than a merely subtle one, though it does not approach the high-intensity sheens found in some other Pearl Collection inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGood. Pearl 020 Sunset flows at a smooth, reliable rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems. It is neither notably dry nor wet — a well-balanced flow that works comfortably across a range of pen and nib combinations. As with all shimmer inks, regular pen maintenance is recommended to prevent particle accumulation in the feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 40 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions (medium nib on Rhodia). Consistent with other inks in the Pearl Collection. Writers who work quickly may wish to allow additional drying time, particularly on slower-absorbing papers where the shimmer particles remain on the surface longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Pearl 020 Sunset is a water-based dye ink with shimmer particle suspension and no meaningful water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For archival applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Sunset performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges and no bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur and shimmer expression will be suppressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Pearl 020 Sunset\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimmer particles settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. A gentle shake before filling ensures even particle distribution and consistent shimmer expression throughout your writing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 020 Sunset rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the gold shimmer particles to settle on the surface and the blue sheen to develop at ink-pooling edges:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for this ink; slow absorption allows gold shimmer particles to develop fully on the surface; blue sheen visible at edges; the soft lavender base reads at its most refined and the shading gradient is most visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent shimmer expression; the gold and rose gold particles read with warmth and clarity against the lavender base; clean stroke edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface supports good shimmer development; a reliable everyday pairing that brings out the dreamy quality of the lavender base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent results; shimmer clearly visible; blue sheen develops well under good lighting; a practical everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption buries shimmer particles below the surface, suppresses the blue sheen, and may make the already-light lavender base appear washed out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for all shimmer inks; more ink on the page brings out the full gold shimmer and allows the blue sheen to develop; the soft lavender base reads with more presence and the shading is more visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases the shading and gives the gold shimmer a dynamic, varied expression across the page; particularly effective for calligraphy and artistic lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent pairing; high ink volume and consistent flow maximise shimmer expression and ensure the gold particles distribute evenly throughout long writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens and brush pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-suited to Sunset's artistic character; the generous ink flow of dip pen application activates the gold shimmer fully and allows the blue sheen to develop at stroke edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the lavender base is present but the light colour may appear quite pale; shimmer is more restrained; functional but does not fully showcase the ink's character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — not recommended; risk of particle clogging in narrow feeds; shimmer largely suppressed; the light base colour may be difficult to read at small sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs with all shimmer inks, flush your pen every 2–4 weeks to prevent metallic particle accumulation in the feed and nib channel. Pearl 020 Sunset is pH neutral and safe for resin and celluloid pens. Sunset is considered one of the more pen-friendly shimmer inks in the Pearl Collection, but regular cleaning remains essential for long-term pen health with any shimmer ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and artistic lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold shimmer and soft lavender base are a natural fit for decorative and expressive writing; stub and italic nibs bring out the full shimmer and shading character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and creative writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the dreamy lavender and warm gold shimmer create a romantic, evocative page quality that suits personal and creative writing contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and mixed media\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pens and brush application; the gold shimmer and blue sheen add visual richness to illustrated pages, borders, and decorative elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial occasion writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — cards, letters, and addressed envelopes where a soft, luminous, and visually distinctive ink makes an impression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold shimmer photographs warmly under natural light; the blue sheen is visible in raking-light photography; the lavender base provides a distinctive and photogenic colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Pearl Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Pearl Collection is Dominant Industry's dedicated shimmer ink line — a series of inks formulated around suspended metallic particles in richly coloured dye bases. Each ink in the Pearl Collection is designed to deliver a layered optical experience: a distinct base colour, visible shimmer, and in many cases a contrasting sheen. Pearl 020 Sunset is one of the most distinctive entries in the series — an ink that pairs a deliberately light and airy lavender base with a high-intensity gold shimmer, producing a combination that feels simultaneously delicate and luminous. Each bottle includes an ink-assist straw, reflecting the care and attention to detail that characterises the Pearl Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Dominant Industry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry is a South Korean fountain pen ink brand known for its Pearl Collection shimmer inks and a broad catalogue of richly formulated colours. Founded on a commitment to high-quality ink production, Dominant Industry has built a strong international following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDominant Industry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl 020 Sunset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e25ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with ink-assist straw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink with shimmer particles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSoft Lavender \/ Light Purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGold \/ Rose Gold metallic, high intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlue, medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~40 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for resin and celluloid pens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium, broad, stub recommended; EF\/F not recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48071345963233,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_3af5693d-1f71-4477-9915-a4e0d8fd7350.png?v=1773264423"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-021-snowfield-shimmer-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Dominant Industry Pearl 021 Snowfield — Pale Blue, Silver Shimmer Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 021 Snowfield — Pale Blue, Silver Shimmer Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 021 Snowfield\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 25ml shimmer fountain pen ink built around a soft, pale baby blue — a colour that evokes the quiet light of a winter morning over fresh snow, anchored by fine silver metallic shimmer particles that catch and scatter light like frost on an open field. This is not a vivid or saturated blue. Snowfield presents as a deliberately understated, low-saturation pale blue that earns its name: a colour that is calm and airy on its own, transformed by silver shimmer into something luminous and wintry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePart of Dominant Industry's Pearl Collection — a series dedicated to shimmer inks with metallic particle suspension — Pearl 021 pairs one of the lightest base colours in the series with a refined silver shimmer that complements rather than overwhelms it. The shimmer particles are fine and pearlescent, producing a soft metallic glow that reads as a natural extension of the pale blue base rather than a separate effect layered on top. The bottle continues the Pearl Collection's signature presentation: a 25ml glass bottle with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Pearl 021 Snowfield Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMost shimmer inks use a deep or saturated base colour to give their metallic particles a rich backdrop. Snowfield inverts this entirely. The pale baby blue base is intentionally quiet — a low-saturation, almost whisper-like colour that lets the silver shimmer speak for itself. The result is an ink that feels unlike most other shimmer inks in the Pearl Collection: cool, restrained, and wintry in character, with a shimmer that reads as crisp and luminous rather than warm and dramatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe silver shimmer is the defining element — fine, pearlescent, and clearly visible under light, producing a frost-like metallic quality that is entirely consistent with the ink's name. Writers who find gold and rose gold shimmer too warm, or who want a shimmer ink that works in quieter, more refined contexts, will find Snowfield a compelling choice. It is an ink for those who appreciate subtlety with visual depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 021 Snowfield is a pale, low-saturation baby blue — a soft, cool light blue with the muted quality of winter light. In the bottle, it presents as a very light blue, almost approaching a blue-tinted white at lower depths. On the page, it dries to a gentle, airy blue that is legible but deliberately pale. On some papers or with finer nibs, the base colour may appear quite light; the full character of Snowfield emerges most clearly with broader nibs and generous ink flow that allow the silver shimmer to activate alongside the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWriters consistently describe it as a clean, wintry blue — reminiscent of a snow-covered field under clear winter light, cool and serene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Snowfield exhibits minimal tonal variation between lighter and denser areas of each stroke. The ink delivers a consistent, even pale blue across the page without dramatic light-to-dark gradient separation. There is just enough shading to prevent the ink from reading as completely flat — a subtle deepening at pooling points that adds a quiet dimension — but it is not a shading ink in any expressive sense. Writers who prefer consistent, even colour will find this entirely comfortable, and the low shading keeps the focus on the silver shimmer as the ink's primary visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSilver metallic shimmer particles, medium to high intensity. The fine silver shimmer particles are the defining characteristic of Pearl 021 Snowfield. They produce a soft, pearlescent metallic glow — a frost-like iridescence that complements the pale blue base naturally and cohesively. Unlike warmer shimmer colours that create contrast against their base, the silver shimmer of Snowfield feels integrated: cool light on a cool base, each element reinforcing the other. The shimmer is clearly visible under light on smooth papers, and reaches its full expression on Tomoe River and similar slow-absorbing surfaces with medium to broad nibs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShake gently before each use to redistribute settled shimmer particles evenly throughout the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone to negligible. Snowfield does not exhibit a meaningful sheen. Unlike some other entries in the Pearl Collection — which develop copper, pink, or blue metallic reflective edges on premium papers — Snowfield's optical character is defined entirely by its pale blue base and silver shimmer. Writers who prefer an ink without the additional visual complexity of sheen will find Snowfield straightforward and focused in its effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGood. Pearl 021 Snowfield flows at a smooth, reliable rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems — well-balanced and consistent without being notably wet or dry. As with all shimmer inks, regular pen maintenance is recommended to prevent particle accumulation in the feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 20 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions — notably faster than most other inks in the Pearl Collection, making Snowfield one of the more practical shimmer inks for writers who work quickly or tend to smudge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Pearl 021 Snowfield is a water-based dye ink with shimmer particle suspension and no meaningful water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For archival applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Snowfield performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges and no bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur and shimmer expression will be suppressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Pearl 021 Snowfield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimmer particles settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. A gentle shake before filling ensures even particle distribution and consistent shimmer expression throughout your writing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 021 Snowfield rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the fine silver shimmer particles to settle on the surface:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for shimmer inks; slow absorption allows silver shimmer particles to develop fully on the surface; the pale blue base reads at its most refined and the subtle shading is most visible here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent shimmer expression; the silver particles read with crisp clarity against the pale blue base; clean stroke edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface supports good shimmer development; a reliable everyday pairing that preserves the wintry, serene quality of the base colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, dependable results; shimmer clearly visible; a practical everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Tomoe River). Fast absorption buries shimmer particles below the surface and may make the already-light pale blue base appear washed out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation for all shimmer inks; more ink on the page means more silver shimmer particles deposited; the pale blue base reads with more presence and the shimmer is most clearly visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes gives the silver shimmer a dynamic expression across the page and adds visual interest to the low-shading base colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent pairing; high ink volume and consistent flow maximise shimmer expression and ensure even particle distribution throughout long writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-suited to Snowfield's cool, artistic character; generous dip pen flow activates the silver shimmer fully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pale blue base is legible but light; shimmer is present but more restrained; functional for everyday use but does not fully showcase the ink's shimmer character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — not recommended; risk of particle clogging in narrow feeds; shimmer largely suppressed; the pale base colour may be difficult to read at small sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs with all shimmer inks, flush your pen every 2–4 weeks to prevent metallic particle accumulation in the feed and nib channel. Pearl 021 Snowfield is pH neutral and safe for resin and celluloid pens. The fine silver particles are well-behaved relative to many shimmer inks, but regular cleaning remains essential for long-term pen health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter and seasonal writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pale blue and silver shimmer are a natural fit for winter journaling, seasonal correspondence, and holiday cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and artistic lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the silver shimmer and cool pale blue create a frost-like visual quality that is particularly effective in decorative and expressive writing contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and personal writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the quiet, serene character of Snowfield makes it well-suited to reflective, personal writing where a soft and distinctive colour is wanted without visual drama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and mixed media\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pens and brush application; the silver shimmer adds a delicate metallic quality to illustrated pages, borders, and decorative elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the silver shimmer photographs crisply under natural light; the pale blue base provides a clean, distinctive colour that reads well in macro shots on Tomoe River\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Pearl Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Pearl Collection is Dominant Industry's dedicated shimmer ink line — a series of inks formulated around suspended metallic particles in richly coloured dye bases. Each ink in the Pearl Collection is designed to deliver a layered optical experience: a distinct base colour and visible shimmer, with sheen in many cases as an additional effect. Pearl 021 Snowfield stands apart within the series as one of its most restrained and wintry expressions — a pale baby blue with fine silver shimmer that together evoke the quiet luminosity of a snow-covered landscape. Each bottle is presented with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw, reflecting the care that characterises the Pearl Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Dominant Industry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry is a South Korean fountain pen ink brand known for its Pearl Collection shimmer inks and a broad catalogue of richly formulated colours. Founded on a commitment to high-quality ink production, Dominant Industry has built a strong international following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDominant Industry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl 021 Snowfield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e25ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with cloth bag and ink-assist straw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink with shimmer particles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePale Blue \/ Baby Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSilver metallic, medium to high intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone to negligible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~20 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for resin and celluloid pens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium, broad, stub recommended; EF\/F not recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48076079595745,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_ec5e6303-a13d-420f-baff-f4c122234aea.png?v=1773331625"},{"product_id":"dominant-industry-pearl-022-early-spring-shimmer-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Dominant Industry Pearl 022 Early Spring — Cool Grey-Pink, Rose Gold Shimmer \u0026 Green Shading Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 022 Early Spring — Cool Grey-Pink, Rose Gold Shimmer \u0026amp; Green Shading Fountain Pen Ink (25ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominant Industry Pearl 022 Early Spring\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 25ml shimmer fountain pen ink built around a soft, cool grey-pink base — a low-saturation, hazy colour that sits at the intersection of grey, pink, and violet, evoking the muted, luminous quality of early spring light before the season has fully arrived. This is not a vivid pink or a clean grey. Early Spring presents as a gentle, atmospheric colour: understated on its own, but transformed by a strong rose gold shimmer into something luminous and distinctly seasonal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePart of Dominant Industry's Pearl Collection — a series dedicated to shimmer inks with metallic particle suspension — Pearl 022 is one of the most nuanced entries in the series. The cool grey-pink base reveals a subtle green shading in heavier ink deposits and broader applications, adding an unexpected layer of botanical complexity that is entirely consistent with the ink's name. The rose gold shimmer is warm and abundant, creating a contrast with the cool base that gives the ink its characteristic early-spring quality: the warmth of returning light against the cool, not-quite-gone grey of winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Pearl 022 Early Spring Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEarly Spring occupies a colour space that very few fountain pen inks attempt: a cool, low-saturation grey-pink that is neither clearly pink nor clearly grey, with a green shading that emerges in swabs and broader applications and a rose gold shimmer that adds warmth without clarifying the base colour's ambiguity. The result is an ink that reads differently depending on how it is used — a quiet, hazy grey-pink in everyday writing, a visually complex and layered colour in broader or more deliberate applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe green shading is the detail that surprises most users. Against a grey-pink base, a green bloom is unexpected — but it is entirely coherent with the idea of early spring, where the first green of new growth appears against the grey-pink tones of a sky still clearing. Paired with the rose gold shimmer, Early Spring is an ink that rewards close attention and benefits from papers and nibs that allow its full range of effects to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 022 Early Spring is a soft, cool grey-pink — a low-saturation, muted colour with simultaneous grey, pink, and violet undertones that resist easy categorisation. In the bottle, it presents as a pale, hazy pink-grey with a cool, slightly violet quality. On the page, it dries to a gentle, atmospheric colour that sits between grey and pink without fully committing to either. Some users describe it as a soft pinkish-grey with green tones; others as a violet-grey. The ambiguity is intentional and characteristic — Early Spring is a colour that shifts with the light, the paper, and the nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOn some papers or with finer nibs, the base colour may appear quite pale and close to grey; the full chromatic complexity of Early Spring emerges most clearly with broader nibs and generous ink flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow, with green bloom. Early Spring exhibits low tonal variation in standard writing conditions, but reveals a distinctive green shading in heavier ink deposits — a subtle green bloom that appears in swabs, broad nib applications, and areas of ink pooling. This green shading is one of the most unexpected and discussed characteristics of the ink: against the grey-pink base, it adds a botanical, seasonal quality that reinforces the ink's name. In everyday writing with fine to medium nibs, the shading is minimal and the green bloom is largely absent; it is most visible in deliberate broad-stroke or swab applications on premium papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRose gold metallic shimmer particles, medium to high intensity. The rose gold shimmer is warm, abundant, and clearly visible under light — a strong, warm-toned metallic shimmer that creates an appealing contrast with the cool grey-pink base. The shimmer reads as a warm pink-gold iridescence that catches light readily and adds considerable visual interest to what would otherwise be a very quiet base colour. It is the rose gold shimmer that gives Early Spring much of its visual appeal and makes it distinctive within the Pearl Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShake gently before each use to redistribute settled shimmer particles evenly throughout the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow to negligible. Early Spring does not exhibit a strong traditional sheen. The pearlescent quality of the rose gold shimmer particles contributes a subtle metallic surface finish, but this is a function of the shimmer rather than a distinct sheen effect. Writers looking for a pronounced metallic reflective edge — copper, pink, or blue — will find Early Spring focused primarily on its shimmer and base colour character rather than sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDry to average. Pearl 022 Early Spring flows on the drier side relative to other inks in the Pearl Collection — a characteristic that requires attention when selecting pens and nibs. Wetter pens and broader nibs compensate effectively, and the drier flow makes the ink somewhat more practical for everyday use than wetter shimmer inks. As with all shimmer inks, regular pen maintenance is recommended to prevent particle accumulation in the feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 40 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions (medium nib on Rhodia). Consistent with other inks in the Pearl Collection. The drier flow may reduce dry time on some papers relative to wetter shimmer inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. Pearl 022 Early Spring is a water-based dye ink with shimmer particle suspension and no meaningful water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For archival applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Early Spring performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges and no bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur and shimmer expression will be suppressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Pearl 022 Early Spring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimmer particles settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. A gentle but thorough shake before filling ensures even particle distribution and consistent shimmer expression throughout your writing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearl 022 Early Spring rewards smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the shimmer particles to settle on the surface and the green shading to develop in heavier ink deposits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for this ink; slow absorption maximises rose gold shimmer expression on the surface; green shading bloom is most visible in swabs and broad strokes here; the grey-pink base reads at its full chromatic complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent shimmer expression; the rose gold particles read warmly against the cool grey-pink base; clean stroke edges; green shading visible in broader applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface supports good shimmer development; reliable everyday pairing that brings out the atmospheric quality of the base colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, dependable results; shimmer clearly visible; a practical everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption suppresses shimmer particles, eliminates any green shading bloom, and may reduce the grey-pink base to an indistinct pale colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page brings out the rose gold shimmer fully and allows the green shading bloom to develop; the grey-pink base reads with more presence and chromatic depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation between thick and thin strokes showcases both the shimmer and the subtle green shading in the heavier portions of each stroke; particularly effective for calligraphy and expressive lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyedropper pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — an excellent pairing; high ink volume and consistent flow maximise shimmer expression and ensure thorough particle distribution throughout long writing sessions; the drier flow of Early Spring benefits from the high ink volume of eyedropper filling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDip pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-suited to Early Spring's artistic, seasonal character; generous dip pen flow activates the rose gold shimmer and green shading simultaneously for maximum visual complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the grey-pink base is legible; shimmer is present but more restrained; green shading largely absent; functional but does not showcase the ink's full character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-fine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — not recommended; risk of particle clogging in narrow feeds; shimmer suppressed; drier flow may cause hard starts at this nib size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePen Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs with all shimmer inks, flush your pen every 2–4 weeks to prevent metallic particle accumulation in the feed and nib channel. Pearl 022 Early Spring is pH neutral and safe for resin and celluloid pens. The drier flow makes it somewhat easier to manage than wetter shimmer inks, but regular cleaning remains essential, particularly given the tendency of shimmer particles to settle during periods of non-use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal and nature-inspired writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the grey-pink base, green shading, and rose gold shimmer together create a colour palette that is unmistakably spring-like; well-suited to seasonal journaling, nature writing, and botanical correspondence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and personal writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the hazy, atmospheric quality of Early Spring makes it well-suited to reflective and personal writing where a nuanced, distinctive colour adds character without demanding attention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalligraphy and artistic lettering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the rose gold shimmer and green shading bloom are most expressive in broad-stroke calligraphic applications; stub and italic nibs bring out the full visual range of the ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArt and mixed media\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with dip pens and brush application; the rose gold shimmer and green shading add layered visual complexity to illustrated pages, botanical illustrations, and decorative elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the green shading bloom is dramatic in swab photography under natural light; the rose gold shimmer catches light warmly in macro shots on Tomoe River; the grey-pink base provides a distinctive and photogenic colour that reads as complex and layered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Pearl Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Pearl Collection is Dominant Industry's dedicated shimmer ink line — a series of inks formulated around suspended metallic particles in richly coloured dye bases. Each ink in the Pearl Collection is designed to deliver a layered optical experience: a distinct base colour, visible shimmer, and in many cases additional shading or sheen effects. Pearl 022 Early Spring is among the most complex entries in the series — a low-saturation grey-pink base with green shading, rose gold shimmer, and a seasonal character that rewards exploration. Each bottle is presented with a cloth bag and ink-assist straw, reflecting the care that characterises the Pearl Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Dominant Industry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDominant Industry is a South Korean fountain pen ink brand known for its Pearl Collection shimmer inks and a broad catalogue of richly formulated colours. Founded on a commitment to high-quality ink production, Dominant Industry has built a strong international following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDominant Industry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePearl 022 Early Spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e25ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with cloth bag and ink-assist straw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink with shimmer particles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCool Grey-Pink \/ Soft Violet-Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow; green bloom in heavier applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRose gold metallic, medium to high intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow to negligible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry to average\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~40 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNeutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePen Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSafe for resin and celluloid pens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium, broad, stub recommended; EF\/F not recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48077386154209,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_ccc35f91-3936-45cf-9bcd-31fe04cfb933.png?v=1773340006"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/collections\/IMG_4841.jpg?v=1771693241","url":"https:\/\/shosai.ca\/collections\/fountain-pen-calligraphy-inks.oembed?page=6","provider":"Shosai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}