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What role does the approach of producing only moderate quantities in collaboration with local workshops, instead of mass production, play?

It plays the role of breaking away from the standardization of mass production, fully preserving the delicate hand techniques of Kyoto artisans while meticulously managing the level of finish.

TAG STATIONERY was born from Bunguten TAG, which distributed stationery with 16 stores in Kyoto city. Starting from a distributor dealing with numerous stationery items, it advanced into a manufacturer that directly makes everyday items.

This dip pen set consists of a natural camellia wooden shaft and pen rest carved on a lathe, and two specially made G-pens equipped with a feeder. The nibs, co-produced with Tachikawa Pin Seisakusho, sufficiently hold even watery dye ink. Use it when expressing lines of various thicknesses according to hand pressure in writing or drawing.

  1. Special G-pen with a feeder

    A feeder is attached to the back of the nib made together with Tachikawa Pin Seisakusho. It holds watery dye ink generously, allowing you to write for a long time even with a single dip.

  2. Two nibs with different finishes

    A chrome-finished nib that reduces ink stains through surface gloss and a tin-finished nib that produces sharp lines by reducing ink flow are included together.

  3. Camellia wooden shaft carved on a lathe

    Durable natural camellia wood was carved and polished on a lathe to bring out a smooth grain.

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This is a bird-shaped glass decanting container for writing ink. Opening the head stopper allows you to fill it with about 2ml of ink at a time, and a dedicated dropper is included. Measuring about 80mm in width and about 66mm in height, it is well-suited to place on a desk and use.

  1. 2ml capacity and dedicated dropper

    It can hold and use about 2ml of writing ink at a time. The included dedicated dropper makes it easy to decant ink from the main bottle.

  2. Details refined by craftsmen

    The tail and beak parts were processed one by one by craftsmen using the solid work technique. Handcrafted, subtle differences remain for each individual piece.

  3. Palm-sized dimensions and weight

    Including the cap, it measures about 80mm in width, about 66mm in height, and weighs about 111g. It fits neatly into a small space on a desk.

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What role did the traditional dyeing and weaving research laboratory mentioned in the ink description play in the development process?

They took charge of color formulation and development together to reproduce traditional Japanese colors (wairo) handed down since the ancient Heian period into modern dye inks for writing.

Kyo-no-Oto, the flagship product line of TAG STATIONERY, catches the eye starting from the color names written on the bottles. This series consists of writing inks that revive traditional Japanese colors (wairo) used since the Heian period through modern techniques and interpretations.

Kyo no Oto | Nurebairo
Kyo no Oto | Nurebairo

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What kind of black does 'Nurebairo' mentioned in the description refer to?

It is a black named after a traditional Japanese color that was used as a metaphor for a woman's glossy black hair, like the wet wings of a crow.

When you hold the ink bottle in your hand, you first encounter the name written in Chinese characters on the label of the neat glass bottle. TAG STATIONERY's Kyo-no-oto (京の音) is a writing ink series that recreates traditional Japanese colors passed down since the Heian period through modern techniques and interpretation.

Kyo no Oto | Nurebairo
Kyo no Oto | Nurebairo

These are loose sheets in an A5 size, 50-sheet pack, made with 80g/㎡ basis weight Neue Gray paper developed by a paper wholesaler. Compared to its thin thickness, there is little show-through on the back, and the writing feel on the surface is smooth. Featuring a grayish tone with lowered whiteness, it is well suited for bookmaking or situations where you write.

  1. A gray color that is comfortable on the eyes

    A gray paper with lowered whiteness eases the strain delivered to the eyes and is also suitable as paper for making books.

  2. Low show-through and a smooth writing feel

    Compared to its thin thickness, there is little show-through on the back, and pens write smoothly without catching.

  3. Dedicated paper developed by a wholesaler

    It uses the Neue Gray original paper with a basis weight of 80g/㎡, developed in-house by a specialized paper wholesaler.

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What kind of material is the 'celluloid' mentioned in the fountain pen description?

Celluloid is a classic material made by processing plant-based cellulose, and its general characteristics are a soft touch and deep coloration.

Celluloid is a classic material made by processing natural plant-based cellulose as a raw material. It is demanding to process because it takes a long time to harden and dry, but unlike plastic, the finished surface has the characteristic of holding a soft warmth rather than feeling cold. Thanks to its deep luster subtly emanating from within and its vivid coloration, it has long been used as a body material for premium fountain pens.

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京阪電車公式万年筆 旧3000系特急車両
京阪電車公式万年筆 旧3000系特急車両
京阪電車公式万年筆 旧3000系特急車両

Bundled with 50 sheets of Neue Gray paper with an 80g/㎡ specification developed by a paper wholesaler. It is a bluish gray-toned paper with lowered whiteness, and although it is thin, there is little show-through. Sized in A4, it is used for printing and recording book body text or presentation documents.

  1. Original paper made by a wholesaler

    Uses Neue Gray 80g/㎡ specification paper directly developed by a paper wholesaler.

  2. Minimal show-through and smooth writing feel

    Despite its thinness, it does not easily show through to the back, making it great for various uses, and it writes smoothly.

  3. Eye-friendly gray tone

    With lowered whiteness, the gray tone puts less strain on the eyes, and its bluish tint provides excellent reproduction for blue-tone printing.

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This is a dedicated ink storage container made from special decorative tubing of German-made grade 1 hard glass. It is sized to hold about 2ml of ink and comes with a dropper. The entire process is handcrafted, giving each product subtle differences.

  1. Hard glass material

    This is a dedicated ink container crafted using special decorative tubing made of German-made grade 1 hard glass.

  2. 2ml capacity and dropper inclusion

    The amount of ink held at one time is about 2ml, and a dedicated dropper is provided as an accessory.

  3. Handcrafted manufacturing process

    The entire process is made directly by hand, so there are subtle individual differences from product to product.

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What does 'Imayoiro' written in the description mean?

Imayoiro means 'a color popular right now,' and is a traditional color name referring to the safflower-dyed red hue that was widely loved during the Heian period.

Although it sounds like a modern name, the 'now' that this color refers to is the Heian period of 1,000 years ago. Imayoiro (今様色) means 'a color popular right now,' referring to the red of safflower dye that was greatly loved in aristocratic society at the time . Because only small amounts of safflower dye can be extracted from safflower petals, it has long been known as a very precious and brilliant red hue.

Kyo no Oto | Imayouiro
Kyo no Oto | Imayouiro
Kyo no Oto | Imayouiro

This glass pen is handcrafted from scientific glassware typically used in laboratories and similar settings. The nib is a medium (中字) thickness, and it includes a pen rest for placing the pen on a desk. It is used for dipping in ink and writing on paper.

  1. Scientific glassware material

    It is made using scientific glassware used in laboratories and similar settings. It has been refined into a pen so that you can write in everyday life.

  2. Set includes a pen rest

    A pen rest is included as a set along with the glass pen itself. You can set the pen down while writing without it rolling away.

  3. Handcrafted individual differences

    Because it is shaped by hand, there are individual differences in the contour and detailed finish of each pen. Each one possesses a unique build.

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Is it okay to smudge it with a water brush after writing with fountain pen ink?

It is made of water-soluble dye components, so you can use it in various ways, such as smudging it with a water brush or spreading it thinly after writing.

Dye ink refers to a state where the colorant is completely dissolved in liquid. Unlike pigment, which remains as particles on the surface, it has the property of dissolving again when it touches water.

Kyo no Oto | Imayouiro
Kyo no Oto | Nurebairo
Kyo no Oto | Imayouiro
Kyo no Oto | Nurebairo