Nagasawa Kobe No. 37 Minatojima Blue Island 50 ml Fountain Pen Ink
The Nagasawa Kobe No. 37 Minatojima Blue Island is inspired by Port Island, one of Kobe's most iconic artificial islands. Created through land reclamation projects, this island represents the city's ability to expand into the bay and develop new spaces where innovation, transportation, research and urban life coexist.
The colour of this ink originates from the sea surrounding Kobe Airport, located at the southernmost tip of Port Island. On clear days, the water reflects the blue sky and sunlight, creating a luminous landscape stretching towards the horizon. This ink seeks to capture that remarkable deep blue visible from above when looking down over Kobe Bay.
Port Island: An Island Born from the Sea
Port Island (Minatojima) was one of Japan's first large-scale artificial islands. Its construction transformed Kobe Bay and enabled the development of new port facilities, research centres, commercial districts and residential areas.
The name Minatojima literally means "Harbour Island", perfectly reflecting its close relationship with the sea and Kobe's long maritime history. Through the Kobe Ink collection, this modern landscape is transformed into a writing experience inspired by the colours of water and light.
A Blue Inspired by the Sea of Kobe
According to the official description, the inspiration comes from the waters surrounding Kobe Airport. Under clear skies and bright sunlight, the sea displays a beautiful deep blue glow that became the direct source of inspiration for this ink.
The result is a rich blue with subtle violet undertones that recall the depth of the sea viewed from the sky. Depending on the paper and nib used, the ink can reveal attractive tonal variations that add character and visual depth to writing.
Writing Experience
Manufactured by Sailor for Nagasawa, Minatojima Blue Island provides a smooth, reliable and well-balanced writing experience. Its colour combines strong personality with excellent readability, making it suitable for everyday writing, correspondence, journals and travel notebooks.
It is particularly appealing to fountain pen enthusiasts who appreciate complex blue inks inspired by maritime landscapes and wish to bring a small piece of Kobe's atmosphere into their writing.
Seeing the True Colour
As with many Japanese fountain pen inks, the appearance of the colour may vary depending on paper, lighting conditions and monitor settings. Nagasawa also displays the actual ink colour on the bottle cap, which can be seen in the official video .
To fully appreciate its shading and depth, we recommend high-quality fountain pen papers such as the Graphilo Kobe Ink or the Graphilo Kobe Font, both of which showcase the characteristics of Sailor-made inks exceptionally well.
Package Contents
50 ml glass bottle of Nagasawa Kobe No. 37 Minatojima Blue Island fountain pen ink.
Photographs are provided for reference only. The appearance of the colour may vary slightly depending on monitor settings, paper type and writing conditions.
If you would like information about this or any other colour in the Kobe Ink collection, please contact us. We will be pleased to assist you.
Technical Specifications
• Colour: Minatojima Blue Island
• Ink Number: 37
• Collection: Kobe Ink
• Capacity: 50 ml
• Type: Fountain pen ink
• Glass bottle
• Manufactured by Sailor for Nagasawa
• Made in Japan
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Minatojima Blue Island represent?
It represents the sea surrounding Port Island and Kobe Airport, reflecting the deep blue waters visible on clear days.
Why is it ink number 37?
It is the thirty-seventh colour in the Kobe Ink collection, where each ink is associated with a specific place, landscape or cultural element connected to Kobe.
Is it manufactured by Sailor?
Yes. Like all Kobe Ink colours, it is produced in Japan by Sailor for Nagasawa.
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History and Philosophy of the Brand
Founded in 1882, Nagasawa Bungu Center is one of Japan's most respected stationery companies. Through the Kobe Ink collection, Nagasawa transforms the landscapes, districts and landmarks of Kobe into colours that communicate the city's identity through handwriting.
"The sea changes every day; memories remain in every line."
