Pilot Iroshizuku Ink
The name "iroshizuku" is a combination of the Japanese words "iro" (colouring) expressing high standards and variation of colours, and "shizuku" (droplet), which embodies the very image of dripping water. Each ink name derives from the expressions of beautiful Japanese natural landscapes and plants, all of which contribute to the depth of each individual hue. Enjoy Japan's rich and subtle colour aesthetic as you write. PILOT has always manufactured its own inks, which are renowned throughout the world.
- High quality ink to use with a converter in order to refill your fountain pen.
Inspired by nature, the Pilot Iroshizuku lineup offers captivating colours inspired by the different seasons and landscapes of Japan. Iroshizuku means “droplets of colour,” and each colour is clean and naturally realistic. These inks behave well, and come in stunning glass bottles.
Ku-JakuThe Ku-Jaku, also known as “Peacock,” is a medium teal ink that can be a darker blue with a red sheen in larger swabs. The ink shades from an electric green to a darker blue-green similar to the sea. The ink has a wet flow and dries moderately quickly. The ink is not waterproof.
Ama-IroThe Ama-Iro, also known as “Sky,” is a medium sky-blue ink. There is medium shading, with a tiny sheen, and no shimmer. There ink has wet flow, dries moderately quickly, and has a shade that goes towards medium blue. The ink is not waterproof.
Kon-pekiThe Kon-peki, also known as “Bright-Blue,” is a medium blue ink. There is low shading, low sheen, and no shimmer. The ink has wet flow, dries moderately quickly, and shades a rich, bright blue. The ink is not waterproof.
Asa-GaoThe Asa-Gao, also known as “Modern Glory,” is a royal blue ink with a purple undertone. There is medium shading, tiny sheen, and no shimmer. The ink has wet flow and dries moderately quickly. The ink is not waterproof.
Tsuki-YoThe Tsuki-Yo, also known as “Moonlight,” is a dark professional blue ink. There is medium shading, tiny sheen, and no shimmer. The ink has a wet flow and dries moderately slowly. The ink is not waterproof.
Yama-BudoYama-Budo, also known as “Crimson Glory Vine,” is a bright fuchsia purple ink. There is medium shading, medium sheen, and no shimmer. The ink has a wet flow and dries moderately quickly. The ink is not waterproof.
MomijiMomiji, also known as “Red Leaves,” is a vibrant red-pink ink that looks more pink on some papers, and more red on others. There is low shading, low sheen, and no shimmer. The ink has a wet flow and dries moderately quickly. The ink is not waterproof.
Shin-KaiThe Shin-Kai, also known as “Deep Sea” is a medium blue-black ink. The ink has medium water resistance, wet flow, and dries moderately quickly. There is medium show-through, low bleeding, medium shading, low sheen, and no shimmer.
Fuyu-SyogunThe Fuyu-Syogun, or “Winter Wish” is a medium grey ink with a purple undertone. The ink has medium water resistance, wet flow, and dries moderately quickly. There is medium show through, no bleeding, medium shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.
Take-SumiThe take-sumi is a neutral black ink with a little bit of dark red sheen. The ink has medium water resistance, a wet flow, and dries moderately slowly. There is medium show through, no bleeding, no shading, medium sheen, and no shimmer.
Fuyu-GakiFuyu-Gaki is a bright red-orange ink. The ink has low water resistance, has a wet flow, and dries in moderate time. There is medium show through, low feathering, low bleeding, no shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.
Yu-YakeYu-Yaki is a medium orange ink. The ink has low water resistance, has a wet flow, and dries in moderate time. There is medium show through, low feathering, low bleeding, medium shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.
KosumosuKosumosu is a deep pink ink. The ink has low water resistance, a wet flow, and dries in moderate time. There is medium show through, low feathering, low bleeding, low shading, tiny sheen, and no shimmer.
Chiku-RinChiku-Rin is a pale unsaturated green. The ink has medium water resistance, a wet flow, and dries in moderate time. There is medium show through, low feathering, low bleeding, medium shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.
Ina-HoIna-Ho is a medium yellow-brown ink. It has low water resistance, a wet flow, and dries in moderate time. There is medium show through, low feathering, low bleeding, medium shading, no sheen, and no shimmer.
TsukushiTsukushi is a paper dependant ink; however, on most papers it is a medium brown. The ink has medium water resistance, a wet flow, and dries in moderate time. There is medium show through, low bleeding, low feathering, medium shading, medium green sheen, and no shimmer.
Shin-RyokuShin-Ryoku is a medium-green ink. The ink has low water resistance, a wetter than average flow, and dries moderately slowly. There is medium show through, low feathering, low bleeding, medium shading, medium red sheen, and no shimmer.