"Kyoto no Oto" is a series of writing inks that recreate traditional Japanese colors used since the Heian period with modern techniques and interpretations. Each color has its own unique name and story.
This dye ink was developed exclusively by TAG STATIONERY in collaboration with the Kyoto Plant Dyeing Laboratory, a group of dyeing and weaving experts.
This is a distinctive ink that takes advantage of the bleeding characteristic of dyes to create a gradation of light and dark shades.
Because dye ink dissolves in water, you can use it to write with the ink and then use a water brush to blur or thin the color, allowing you to create a variety of different expressions.
Specifications:
- Sold individually.
- Dye-based ink.
- 40ml bottles.
- Choose from: Sakuranezumi, Ochiguriiro, or Moegiiro.
Sakuranezumi: In the Kokin Wakashu, there is a poem that says, "If the cherry blossoms in the fields of Fukakusa have the heart, they will bloom in ink-dyed colors this year." This is a poem that expresses the mourning and remembrance of the deceased, and asks the cherry blossoms to bloom in ink-dyed colors.
Ochiguriiro: Refers to the color of the reddish brown of fallen chestnuts. The Tale of Genji states, "A long, thin piece of dark blue, with fallen chestnuts, or something like that, a set of lined hakama worn by people of the past...", which shows that it was a popular color at the time.
Moegiiro: This refers to a yellowish-green color reminiscent of new buds or young leaves sprouting in early spring. It is considered a color that symbolizes youth and was highly favored as the color of young people during the Heian period.
Kyoto Plant Dyeing Research Institute conducts research on dyeing and weaving culture both in Japan and abroad, ranging from traditional Japanese dyeing, textiles, and kimonos, as well as related customs, techniques, and the hobby of plant dyeing, to modern dyeing and weaving arts and crafts, and fiber art, a form of artistic expression using fibers.
TAG STATIONERY is a stationery and general goods manufacturer that originated from a stationery store founded in Kyoto.
In today's digital age, stationery is changing its traditional role. Stationery stores were once called "brush shops." They want to return to the simple tool of "handwriting" and cherish the simple inspiration that comes from the creativity and calmness of the mind that arises from the hands.
The brand name "TAG" expresses their desire to be a presence that accompanies you in your daily life as a marker, like a tag or sticky note.
