Sounds of Kyoto | Lapis Lazuli
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Lapis lazuli is a vivid blue color with a deep purple hue. Originally, lapis lazuli was a gemstone produced on Mount Sumeru, which stands at the center of the Buddhist world, and is one of the seven treasures of Buddhism. Lapis lazuli, named after the color of this gemstone, was also regarded as the supreme color and sacred.
Dye ink part number: KO-0111
Capacity: 40ml
Uses: Glass pens, dip pens, brushes
[About the Kyoto Sounds Series]
"Kyoto no Oto" is a series of writing inks that recreate traditional Japanese colors used since the Heian period with modern techniques and interpretations. Each color has its own unique name and story.
This dye ink was developed exclusively by TAG STATIONERY in collaboration with the Kyoto Plant Dyeing Laboratory, a group of dyeing and weaving experts.
This is a distinctive ink that takes advantage of the bleeding characteristic of dyes to create a gradation of light and dark shades.
- Because dye ink dissolves in water, you can use it to write with the ink and then use a water brush to blur or thin the color, allowing you to create a variety of different expressions.
"Indigo dyeing origami"
"Synthetic dye techniques"
よくあるご質問
Frequently Asked Questions
染料インクは耐水性がありません。水がかかるとにじんだり、消えてしまうことがあります。
ただそのぶん、紙にじんわりと染み込んでいく特性があり、独特のにじみやグラデーションの美しさが楽しめます。
That’s right — dye-based inks are not water-resistant. Exposure to water may cause the ink to blur or disappear.
But this very nature allows for soft bleeding and beautiful gradients unique to dye inks — perfect for expressive, freehand writing and drawing.
ガラスペン、つけペン、筆、万年筆など幅広く使えますが、万年筆で使用する際は定期的な洗浄をおすすめします。
筆記具によって色味や表情が変わるので、使い方次第で毎回違う楽しみがあります。
You can use our ink with dip pens, glass pens, brushes, or fountain pens. If using a fountain pen, regular cleaning is recommended.
The same ink can express different nuances depending on the tool — a small change can spark a whole new writing experience.
ラメや顔料が含まれるインクは、万年筆内部の細かい機構に詰まりを起こす可能性があるため、基本的にはおすすめしておりません。ただし、中字以上の太めのペン先であれば、こまめなお手入れを前提に「自己責任」で楽しんでいただくことも可能です。筆記表現を広げたい方にとっては、魅力的な選択肢となるかもしれません。
Shimmer or pigment-based inks are generally not recommended for fountain pens, as they may clog the delicate inner feed system. However, if you use a medium or broader nib and clean your pen regularly, you may enjoy them at your own risk. For those seeking to expand expressive possibilities, they can be an exciting option.
紙の種類、光の当たり方、モニター環境などによって、インクの発色は変化します。
Color appearance can vary depending on the type of paper, lighting, or your screen settings.
