Takeda Jimuki Kyo No Oto Ink No. 8 | Sprout Green | Moegiiro
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Celebrate the renewal of spring with Kyo-no-oto No. 8 – Moegiiro, inspired by the delicately bright hue of young buds emerging in Kyoto’s garden pathways. Crafted by Takeda Jimuki (TAG Stationery) using time-honored dyeing traditions, this ink embodies the youthful spirit of the Heian era with a modern twist.
The fresh yellow-green tint brings a gentle yet vivid presence to your writing—reviving journals, calligraphy, and planners with a subtle flourish.
Key Features
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Cultural Inspiration: Moegiiro reflects the yellow-green color of early spring sprouts, historically associated with youthfulness and renewal.
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Ink Type: Dye-based fountain pen ink created in Kyoto by TAG Stationery, renowned for artistic ink production.
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Flow & Drying: Offers a dry flow and impressively fast drying time—typically around 10 seconds with a medium nib on premium paper.
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Shading & Sheen: Exhibits medium shading and features a subtle black sheen in heavier swatches, adding depth without overpowering.
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Packaging: Presented in a 40 ml glass bottle, with the possibility of minor color variation between small-batch productions.
Specifications
| Property | Detail |
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| Color | Moegiiro (Yellow-green sprout tone) |
| Ink Base | Dye-based, non-waterproof |
| Flow | Dry |
| Dry Time | ~10 sec (medium nib on Rhodia) |
| Shading | Medium |
| Sheen | Subtle black sheen in wider applications |
| Volume | 40 ml bottle |
| Origin | Handcrafted in Kyoto, Japan |