Sailor Manyo Sumire Dye Ink 50ml

Sailor Manyo Sumire Fountain Pen Dye Ink (50ml)

Inspired by the revered flora celebrated in Japan's historic Manyoshu poetry anthology, Sailor Manyo Sumire captures the delicate, vivid purple-blue tone of wild Japanese violets. Formulated as a water-soluble dye-based ink, Sumire delivers moderate flow, excellent lubricity, and subtle shading nuances across fountain pen nibs of all sizes, from extra-fine steel to broad 21K gold.

Key Features

• Authentic Manyoshu Violet: A vibrant, elegant violet-blue shade that brings expressive color and soft tonal variation to handwriting, journal entries, and watercolor washes.
• Safe Dye-Based Formulation: Completely non-carbon and particle-free, ensuring effortless cleaning and zero risk of clogging delicate fountain pen feeds or piston mechanisms.
• Consistent Capillary Flow: Expertly balanced surface tension ensures instant startup, smooth nib glide, and minimal feathering on fountain-pen-friendly papers.
• Generous 50ml Glass Reservoir: Housed in a substantial square glass bottle featuring an ultra-stable base for convenient dipping and mess-free converter filling.
• Universal Compatibility: Ideal for daily use in fountain pens, glass dip pens, calligraphy ruling pens, and artistic brush illustration.

Specifications

• Brand: Sailor
• Series: Manyo Ink (Season 1)
• Color: Sumire (菫 / Violet)
• Ink Chemistry: Water-based dye ink (Non-carbon)
• Volume: 50 ml (1.69 fl oz)
• Packaging: Square glass bottle with faceted cap
• Country of Origin: Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sailor Manyo Sumire ink safe for vintage and delicate fountain pens?
Yes. Sailor Manyo inks are pure dye-based formulas without insoluble carbon particles, pigments, or shellac, making them gentle and entirely safe for both modern converters and vintage sacs or pistons.

Does Sumire produce water resistance?
Because it is a non-carbon dye ink designed for easy flushing, it is water-soluble rather than permanent, allowing for beautiful artistic washes when blended with water.

Can I use this ink with glass dip pens and brush pens?
Both glass nibs and dip pens work smoothly with Sumire; its fluid consistency and balanced viscosity provide exceptional control without pooling excessively.