Kakimori Pigment Ink — Permanent INKSTAND Inks

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Kakimori Pigment Ink — Permanent INKSTAND Inks

Kakimori Inkstand Ink is a water-based pigment ink made to be mixed — fourteen vivid base colours, the same ones used at Kakimori’s Inkstand ink bar in Tokyo, so you can blend a fountain pen colour that is entirely your own, one drop at a time. Like the rest of the Kakimori range, it is water- and fade-resistant once dry.

Water-based pigment — blendable base colour

35ml glass bottle

Water-resistant once dry — holds under watercolour washes

Kuramae, Tokyo, Japan — Kakimori / Inkstand, made with Turner Colour Works

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Packaging:

We know art supplies are fragile. All professional pair and boards are shipped in reinforced rigid flat mailers. No tubes, no folds, no crushed corners.

Order Processing Times:

Orders are processed within 1–2 business days - we always aim to dispatch all “in-Stock’ items within 24 hours..

Note: Orders placed after 2 PM GMT on Fridays will be processed the following Monday.

Domestic Shipping (UK):

Standard (2–4 days): £3.50 (Free for The Illustrator & Studio Master tiers).

Priority (1–2 days): £4.50 (Free for Studio Master tier)

International Shipping:

We ship globally. Costs are calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. Please note that customers are responsible for any local customs duties or taxes.

Order Tracking:

You will receive a tracking link via email the moment your tools leave our studio.

30-Day Change of Mind:

We offer a 30-day return window (exceeding the UK legal minimum of 14 days). Items must be unused, in original packaging, and in "as-new" condition.

Faulty Goods:

In the rare event of a defect, you are entitled to a full refund or replacement within 30 days. We will cover all return shipping costs for faulty items.

Defective Nibs:

Occasionally, a pen may arrive dry or a nib maybe scratchy. Contact us within 7 days of purchase with a photo/video of the issue and we will send a replacement immediately.

Exclusions:

Due to the nature of the product, unless faulty we cannot accept returns on opened markers or used paper pads returned.

Digital Goods:

The "Birthday Palette" and other digital downloads are non-refundable once accessed.

How to Start a Return:

Email studio@inkwellartsupplies.com with your order number. We aim to process all refunds to the original payment method within 5–10 business days of receiving the item

"Gravity Happens. We’ve Got You Covered."

We know the heartbreak of a fountain pen hitting the floor. As a member of our Creative Rewards, you don't have to worry about the 'tines.' If the worst happens, just send us a photo and we'll send you a 50% discount for a fresh start.

"The Nib Safety Net" – Terms & Conditions

Eligibility: This benefit is exclusive to active members of the Creative Rewards program at the time of the accident.
Coverage: The 50% discount applies strictly to accidental damage (e.g., dropping the pen) that renders the nib unusable. It does not cover intentional damage, loss of the pen, theft, or normal wear and tear.
The Claim: To activate your discount, you must provide a clear photo of the damaged nib and your original order number to oops@yourstore.com.
Limitations: This discount is valid for a one-time replacement per pen purchased and applies only to the cost of the replacement nib unit. It cannot be combined with other promotional codes or used for full pen replacements.
Availability: We will provide the discount for the exact nib model where stock is available. If the model is discontinued, we will offer a 50% discount on a comparable alternative nib unit.

The ink bar in Kuramae

In 2014 Kakimori opened Inkstand, an ink bar in Tokyo’s Kuramae craft district — now under the same roof as the Kakimori shop — where customers choose two or three base colours, mix them with droppers until the colour is right, and have it bottled to order. Kakimori keeps every recipe on file so it can be made again. These are those base colours. Buy two or three and you have the Inkstand bar on your own desk — without the appointment, and without the flight.

Why pigment makes mixing work

Mixing fountain pen inks is usually a gamble — dye inks from different makers can react, thicken, or settle in the pen. Kakimori developed this formula with Japanese pigment specialists Turner Colour Works specifically so the colours blend cleanly and resist the clogging most pigment inks are known for. The colours are deliberately bright, because that is what a mixing palette needs: you can always knock back a vivid colour with Smoky Black or Soil Brown, but you can never brighten a muddy one.

Honest Note:

This is a pigment ink and needs the same care as any other — shake the bottle before use, flush your pen every one to two weeks, and never leave it to dry in a feed. Kakimori designs and tests these inks with the pens it sells, so start with a dip pen, glass pen, or a fountain pen with a medium or broader nib that is easy to flush; avoid very fine nibs and vintage pens. Mix Inkstand colours only with each other — not with the numbered Kakimori Pigment Inks, and not with other brands. Mixed colours often look lighter on paper than in the cup, so test with the pen and paper you will actually use before mixing a full bottle. The lightest shades (Twinkle Yellow, Lime Shock) work best as highlights or as ingredients rather than for everyday writing.

Who is it For?

• Fountain pen enthusiasts who have never quite found “their” colour and want to make it.
• Calligraphers matching a client’s colour — wedding stationery, brand work — in an ink that won’t smudge when handled.
• Illustrators and art journallers who want coloured linework that holds under a watercolour wash.
• Anyone who has visited Inkstand in Tokyo — or wants to — and wants to keep experimenting at home.
• A gift for the pen person who already owns every ink: two complementary colours make a new hobby, not just another bottle.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUSTIONS (FAQ)

How is Inkstand different from Kakimori Pigment Ink?

Both are Kakimori pigment inks made with Turner Colour Works. The Pigment Ink range (Po, Torori, Koton and the rest) is ten finished colours, balanced to use straight from the bottle. Inkstand is fourteen brighter base colours designed to be mixed. Want a beautiful colour today — choose Pigment Ink. Want to make your own — choose Inkstand.

Can I mix Inkstand with other inks?

Only with other Inkstand colours, plus Kakimori’s own Diluting and Pearlescent solutions. Do not mix with dye inks, other brands, or the numbered Kakimori Pigment Inks — flush the pen thoroughly when switching.

How do I mix a colour without wasting a bottle?

Shake each bottle, then mix in a small clean jar or palette, one drop at a time, using a separate dropper for each colour. Count and write down the drops so you can repeat the recipe. Test on your own paper before mixing a larger batch.

Is it fully waterproof?

It is water-resistant once dry and holds under watercolour washes — allow proper drying time first. Heavily diluted mixes carry less pigment and resist less, so test them. For an absolute waterproof black, Platinum Carbon Black is the stronger choice

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