Sailor Manyo Koke Dual Shading 50ml Ink

Sailor Manyo Koke Dual Shade Ink 50 ml

Sailor Manyo Koke Dual Shade Ink 50ml is a water-based fountain pen ink that turns writing into a subtle colour transition. Released in 2022 as part of the third Manyo edition for the international market, it is formulated to reveal secondary tones as the ink gathers and thins across the page.

Third Manyo Edition – Dual Shading Series

The third release in the Manyo collection introduced four dual shading colours: Ayame, Hinoki, Fuji and Koke. Unlike conventional shading, these inks display a distinct secondary hue when the concentration of ink changes within a single stroke. Koke, named after moss, begins as a soft moss green and gradually reveals purple and deeper green undertones in areas where the ink pools. The effect is nuanced rather than dramatic, yet consistently intriguing.

The Manyo Inspiration

The Manyo series draws inspiration from the Manyoshu, Japan’s oldest poetry anthology. Compiled over four centuries, its 4,516 poems were written by people of every social class, reflecting themes of nature, seasons and human emotion. Botanical imagery appears throughout the anthology, and Sailor translated that sensitivity into a colour range shaped by plants and seasonal nuance.

Writing Performance

This is a dye-based ink designed for fountain pens, offering smooth flow and reliable behaviour. The dual shading effect is most visible with medium, broad or stub nibs and on quality paper that allows ink to settle naturally. As you write, tones shift gently within the same word, adding depth without overwhelming the page.

Who Is It For?

Ideal for writers and fountain pen users who appreciate subtle colour movement and want a green ink with unexpected tonal complexity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does dual shading mean?
It refers to the appearance of a secondary colour within the same line of writing, caused by variations in ink concentration.

Is it waterproof?
No. This is a water-based dye ink and is not intended to be permanent.

Is it suitable for all fountain pens?
Yes, provided the pen is in good condition and cleaned regularly.

Packaging

50 ml glass bottle with a wide opening for easy filling. Boxed presentation. Photos are illustrative and slight variations may occur.

Sailor Heritage

Founded in 1911, Sailor began as a producer of solid gold nibs and developed into one of Japan’s most respected writing instrument manufacturers. Its reputation rests on technical precision and aesthetic restraint — qualities that extend to the Manyo inks, where formulation and colour concept are equally considered.

"A green that shifts quietly, revealing new tones as the ink settles."