Sailor Shikiori Ink Bottle (Tokiwamatsu - 20ML) 13-1008-202

Sailor Shikiori Ink Bottle (Tokiwamatsu - 20ML) 13-1008-202

Sailor Shikiori “Tokiwamatsu” — 20?mL Ink (13?1008?202)

Series Context & Naming

• The Shikiori (“??? / Four Seasons Weaving”) line from Sailor is inspired by the seasonal beauty of Japanese nature. Each shade is intended to evoke a particular motif or scene tied to a season.

• Tokiwamatsu (???) literally refers to the “everlasting pine” or “constant pine tree” — a symbol of endurance, evergreen strength, and continuity in Japanese imagery.

• In Sailor’s product list, Tokiwamatsu is mapped to code 13?1008?202.

Physical / Packaging Details

• Ink volume: 20?mL of dye-based ink.

• Bottle dimensions: ~?34 × 34 × 58 mm (W × D × H) for the square glass bottle.

• Weight (filled): ~?94.0?g.

• Outer packaging (box): Paperboard box of size ~?37.5 × 37.5 × 61 mm.

• Barcode / EAN: 49?01680?18462?1.

Color, Shading & Visual Behavior

• Dominant hue / impression:
   Tokiwamatsu is described as a pine green / dark evergreen shade — a rich, deep green reminiscent of pine needles.

• Sheen / secondary color effects:
   While it is not a shimmering ink (i.e. no glitter particles), sheen / halo effects are noted under favorable conditions — reviewers mention reddish / brown sheen in ink pools or heavier strokes.

• Shading:
   Shading is often visible — lighter tints of green in thinner strokes and deeper evergreen in heavier strokes or larger ink loads. 

• Behavior across papers:
   On Tomoe River / more ink?friendly paper, the color is more vivid and the sheen more noticeable. On more absorbent or standard paper, the green dominates and the sheen may be subdued. 

Performance & Usage Notes

• Ink type / base: Water-based dye ink (non-pigmented).

• Flow / feel: The ink is described as smooth-flowing and safe for use in standard fountain pens. 

• Start / reliability: No widespread reports of skipping or difficulty starting — typical for Sailor’s Shikiori lineup.

• Drying / speed: Because of the deeper, denser color in heavier strokes, dryness may be slower in saturated zones, especially on smooth paper.

• Feathering / bleed / show-through:
   On high-quality paper, minimal feathering is expected. But on more absorbent or low-grade paper, some loss of clarity or show-through may occur.

• Water resistance: None — as a typical dye ink, exposure to water will degrade or wash away the color.

• Cleaning / maintenance: Being a dye ink without particulate solids, it is generally easier to flush out.

Aesthetic & Use Appeal

• Mood & character: Tokiwamatsu evokes a sense of evergreen stability — a deep green that carries quiet strength. The potential red / brown sheen adds elegance and depth.

• Best suited for:
   • Writers or artists wanting a strong green that also has personality and dimension
   • Use in medium to broad nibs or wetter pens to bring out shades and sheen
   • High-quality, fountain-pen-friendly papers to allow the ink’s nuance to show

• Contrast potential: It works well as a “serious green” — usable even in contexts where green tones are acceptable but a flat, uninspired green is not desired.