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- A special collection inspired by the palette of Meiji-era Japan
- Velvety smooth water-based dye inks
- Each color and bottle tell a story
- For fountain pens, dip pens, brushes, and more
- 20 ml; vintage-inspired glass bottles

Released in celebration of the brand's 120th anniversary, Kuretake’s Ink-Café Meiji No Iro Inks evoke the fashion and motifs of Japan’s Meiji era, circa 1902. Surprisingly rich and intense, these remarkable inks flow smoothly, delivering velvety, semi-opaque color to the page.

Their water-based dye formula makes them safe for use in any pen, but what truly sets this collection apart is the color palette. Each bottle tells a story of bygone Japan—from the vibrant kimonos of Tokyo's Shimbashi district to the subtle hues of traditional workwear and the modern, jewel-like tones that symbolized the era's modernity. Each 20 ml glass bottle features vintage-inspired artwork, arriving in a box that invites you to explore history behind the color.




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Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 532 Light Red (Araishu), jar next to packaging box

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Kuretake Ink-Café Meiji No Iro Pen Inks, swatches

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Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 536 Deep Violet (Shikon), jar

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Released in celebration of the brand's 120th anniversary, Kuretake’s Ink-Café Meiji No Iro Inks evoke the fashion and motifs of Japan’s Meiji era, circa 1902. Surprisingly rich and intense, these remarkable inks flow smoothly, delivering velvety, semi-opaque color to the page.

Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Inks | BLICK Art Materials

Shop Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 531 Deep Maroon (Ebicha), 20 ml at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.


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Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 531 Deep Maroon (Ebicha), 20 ml, jar next to packaging box

Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 531 Deep Maroon (Ebicha), 20 ml | BLICK Art Materials

Shop Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 536 Deep Violet (Shikon), 20 ml at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.


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Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 536 Deep Violet (Shikon), jar next to packaging box

Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 536 Deep Violet (Shikon), 20 ml | BLICK Art Materials

Shop Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 532 Light Red (Araishu), 20 ml at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.


Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 532 Light Red (Araishu), 20 ml | BLICK Art Materials

Shop Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 535 Peacock Blue (Kujakuryoku), 20 ml at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.


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Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 535 Peacock Blue (Kujakuryoku), jar next to packaging box

Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 535 Peacock Blue (Kujakuryoku), 20 ml | BLICK Art Materials

Shop Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 533 Sky Blue (Shimbashi-iro), 20 ml at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.


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Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 533 Sky Blue (Shimbashi-iro), jar next to packaging box

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Shop Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 534 Slate Green (Kuroganeiro), 20 ml at Blick. Find everything you need for your next creative project online.


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Kuretake Ink Cafe Meiji No Iro Pen Ink - 534 Slate Green (Kuroganeiro), jar next to packaging box

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