Sailor Manyo Ink Bottle (Takenoko - 50 ML) 13-2009-307 (Limited Edition)

Sailor Manyo Ink Bottle (Takenoko - 50 ML) 13-2009-307 (Limited Edition)

• Product Name: Sailor Manyo Ink — Takenoko

• Model / Reference No.: 13?2009?307

• Edition: Limited Edition

• Ink Collection: Manyo (“Ten Thousand Leaves”) series by Sailor 

• Inspiration / Theme:
  ??– Takenoko means “bamboo shoot” in Japanese.
  ??– This limited edition series is inspired by foods (and plant elements) mentioned in the Many?sh?, the ancient collection of Japanese poetry, reflecting the Heian-period food culture. 

Color & Optical Properties

• Predominant Hue / Tone: A fresh yellow?green color evocative of young bamboo shoots. 

• Shading / Nuance: Exhibits moderate shading; regions with more ink saturation may appear deeper in tone. 

• Sheen / Reflectivity: There is some sheen (i.e. slight shine in certain lighting) but no shimmer (no glitter particles). 

• Transparency / Saturation: Mid to light saturation — not fully opaque, allowing the underlying paper texture or fiber to influence the final appearance. (Users have noted this ink can appear paler in practical use) 

Ink Chemistry & Performance

• Type / Base: Water?based dye ink (non?pigmented) 

• Safe for Fountain Pens: Yes — formulated to be safe for use in all fountain pens. 

• Water Resistance: Not water resistant — will wash or blur with water exposure. 

• Dry Time: Moderate (not extremely fast) — in many writing conditions it will take a few seconds, depending on paper and nib. 

• Lubrication: No special lubrication is advertised. 

• Fast / Freeze Resistance: Not specifically designed for freeze resistance. 

• Smell / Scent: No special scent is advertised. 

Physical & Packaging Specifications

• Volume: 50?mL 

• Bottle Shape & Material: Square glass bottle with label consistent with the food/plant theme. 

• Bottle Opening / Mouth Diameter: 20.6?mm 

• Dimensions (Bottle External): Approximately 70?mm height × 53?mm width × 44?mm depth (W × D × H) 

• Weight (Filled): Around 203?g (bottle + ink) 

• Packaging / Box: Comes in a paperboard box with dimensions approximately 55?×?47?×?76?mm 

Use Cases & Practical Notes

• Ideal Use Cases:
  ??• For calligraphy, sketching, or general fountain pen writing where a subtle, natural greenish-yellow tone is desired
  ??• For collectors who appreciate limited-edition inks and thematic color stories
  ??• For layered shading effects on high-quality paper where shading nuances show well

• Pen / Nib Compatibility: Works with converters, piston-fill, and standard fountain pens. As with all dye inks, ensure thorough cleaning when switching inks to avoid clogging. 

• Paper Recommendation: Use smoother, higher-absorbency or “ink-friendly” paper (such as Rhodia, Tomoe River, or fountain pen-specific journaling paper) to best show the shading and avoid feathering.

• Behavioral Notes from Users: Some users have remarked that the color can appear paler than swatches suggest, especially under less saturated flow or on brighter/less absorbent paper.