- 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.