Taccia Sunao-iro Ebi Purple Red 40 ml Fountain Pen Ink

Taccia Sunao-iro Ebi Purple Red 40 ml Fountain Pen Ink

The Taccia Sunao-iro Ebi Purple Red belongs to the Sunao-iro collection, a series of fountain pen inks created to represent essential colours in their purest form. The Japanese word Sunao can be translated as “honest”, “sincere” or “natural”, a philosophy that defines the entire collection and seeks to recreate the direct and innocent perception of colour we experienced as children.

Developed and manufactured entirely in Japan, Taccia fountain pen inks are inspired by the Japanese appreciation of colour as something pure, genuine and emotionally meaningful. Each colour in the Sunao-iro collection aims to evoke the feeling of opening a box of crayons for the first time and discovering vivid, unmistakable colours full of character.

Ebi: A Traditional Japanese Purple Red

The name Ebi (海老) literally means “shrimp” or “prawn” in Japanese. In traditional Japanese colour terminology, Ebi-iro refers to a reddish-purple shade inspired by the colour certain shellfish acquire after cooking.

Taccia interprets this colour as a rich purple red with remarkable visual depth, combining vibrant red tones with subtle violet undertones. The result is an expressive and elegant ink that remains highly readable while offering a distinctive personality on the page.

Writing Experience

Ebi provides a smooth and balanced writing experience with a strong, vibrant colour that stands out without becoming overwhelming. It is particularly well suited to personal journals, correspondence, creative notes, illustration and expressive writing.

Its formulation delivers consistent flow and reliable performance across a wide variety of fountain pens. Depending on the paper and nib used, the ink may reveal attractive tonal variations that add visual richness to the writing experience.

Package Contents

40 ml bottle of Taccia Sunao-iro Ebi Purple Red fountain pen ink.

Photographs are provided for reference only. Ink appearance may vary depending on monitor settings, paper type and writing conditions.

If you would like more information about this ink or any other colour in the Sunao-iro collection, please contact us. We will be pleased to assist you.

Technical Specifications

• Colour: Ebi (Purple Red)
• Collection: Sunao-iro
• Type: Fountain pen ink
• Formulation: Water-soluble dye-based ink
• Capacity: 40 ml
• Bottle size: 60 × 60 × 56 mm
• Approximate weight: 165 g
• Developed and manufactured in Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ebi mean?
Ebi (海老) means “shrimp” or “prawn” in Japanese. Traditionally, Ebi-iro describes a purple red colour inspired by the appearance of certain shellfish.

What does Sunao-iro mean?
Sunao-iro can be translated as “pure colours” or “honest colours”, reflecting Taccia's intention to represent colours in a direct and authentic way.

Is it manufactured in Japan?
Yes. All Taccia Sunao-iro inks are developed and manufactured entirely in Japan.

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History and Philosophy of the Brand

Taccia combines international design with Japanese craftsmanship to create writing instruments and inks that reflect a deep appreciation for colour, materials and the writing experience. Its inks are manufactured in Japan under strict quality standards and are designed to provide reliable performance and faithful colour representation.

"Some colours capture attention; others remain in memory."