Daiso Sumi Calligraphy Liquid Ink in a 180ml Bottle (Japan Import)

Richly dark yet watery enough to be easily grey if need be. It’s perfect for testing new brushes and paper! The size is big, you really don’t need as much as you’d think because of how high quality the ink is. Perfect for bordering and calligraphy, and possibly dip pens but I have yet to try them.

I have used this ink for quite some time and I would make the following comments: 1. It is a decent sumi type ink and benefits from slight dilution 2. It is not remotely waterproof, but sumi ink never is 3. The nozzle dispenser is a good idea which prevents spills 4. It produces good ink washes if required in drawings 5. It is very black when undiluted 6. It should never be used in a fountain pen - it will clog the feed 7. It is excellent value for money, especially when compared to Kuretake 8. On water colour paper it can show interesting textured granulation

Perfect. High quality sumi without smell.

i know this might only cost 1 dollar in japan (100 Yen at Daiso) but this is worth the money you pay here. super good sumi to learn shodou!

Parfait. Le colis est arrivé deux jours avant la date prévue. L'encre est parfaite comme je voulais, ni trop liquide ni trop épaisse, parfait pour la calligraphie Nib. Merci beaucoup. S.Lé