{"product_id":"kuretake-ink-cafe-bottle-meiji-no-iro-shikon","title":"Kuretake Ink-Café Bottle - Meiji No Iro Shikon","description":"\u003ch5 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Royal Twilight: Kuretake Meiji No Iro – Shikon\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eDelve into the deep, dignified soul of Japanese history with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003eKuretake Meiji No Iro\u003c\/b\u003e collection. This series meticulously recreates the pigments that colored the Meiji era, a pivotal age of enlightenment and artistic fusion. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"227\"\u003eShikon (Purple Root)\u003c\/b\u003e is the most regal of these hues—a profound, dark violet that carries the weight of nobility and the mystery of a deepening twilight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eWith Shikon, your pen doesn't just write; it commands the page with a shade that has been revered as \"Supreme Purple\" for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ The Essence of Shikon: Noble Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe name \"Shikon\" refers to the dye extracted from the roots of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"68\"\u003eLithospermum erythrorhizon\u003c\/i\u003e plant. Historically, this deep purple was so difficult to produce that it was reserved for the highest ranks of society, eventually becoming a symbol of the intellectual and cultural sophistication of the Meiji period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater-Based Dye Richness:\u003c\/b\u003e Formulated as a premium dye-based ink, Shikon offers a velvety, saturated flow. On paper, it appears as a near-black violet that reveals its stunning purple undertones and complex shading as the ink dries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLiquid Sophistication:\u003c\/b\u003e The formula is designed for a smooth, lubricated writing experience. It offers the dark legibility required for professional signatures while providing enough character for creative journaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtisanal Glass Vessel:\u003c\/b\u003e Each \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003e20ml bottle\u003c\/b\u003e is a masterpiece of minimalist Japanese design. The heavy glass base ensures it stays upright during dip-pen use, while the vintage-inspired label adds a touch of 19th-century luxury to your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUniversal Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Kuretake has calibrated the chemistry of this ink to be exceptionally versatile. It is safe for the delicate feeds of high-end fountain pens and offers the ideal viscosity for glass pens and dip nibs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🖋️ One Ink, Infinite Expressions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe Meiji No Iro series is uniquely designed to bridge the gap between traditional and modern writing tools:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFountain Pens:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfectly balanced for consistent performance and easy maintenance in all filling systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGlass \u0026amp; Dip Pens:\u003c\/b\u003e The ink’s surface tension allows it to cling beautifully to the nib, offering impressive line longevity between dips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKuretake Karappo-pen:\u003c\/b\u003e A revolutionary way to carry your favorite color—simply load the Shikon ink into a \"Karappo\" (Empty) pen to create your own portable, custom-colored brush or felt-tip marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔍 Explore the Meiji No Iro Spectrum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eShikon provides the regal anchor of the collection, but the Meiji era was a tapestry of diverse tones. 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Ebicha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e – A scholarly \"Grape Brown,\" the signature color of the era's university elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwj--cSpzeKSAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQsAE\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKuretake Meiji No Iro - Kujakuryoku\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e – A stunning \"Peacock Green\" that reflects the exotic and vibrant influences of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Calligrapher’s Note:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Shikon is the color of quiet authority. 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