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Sailor Yurameku Ink Bottle (Sukigokoro - 20 ML) 13-1530-202
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Sailor Yurameku Ink Bottle (Sukigokoro - 20 ML) 13-1530-202
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Volume / Capacity | 20?mL |
| Ink Type / Base | Water-based dye ink (non-pigmented) |
| Bottle / Dimensions | Square glass bottle, approx W 34 × D 34 × H 58 mm |
| Weight | ~94.0?g (bottle + ink) |
| Packaging | Ships in a paperboard box (approx 37.5 × 37.5 × 61 mm) |
| Bottle Opening | ~?20.6?mm (typical for Yurameku bottles) |
| Barcode / EAN | 49?01680?19664?8 (for Sukigokoro) |
Color, Shading & Shift Behavior
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Wet vs Dry Transformation
When freshly applied, Sukigokoro often shows a teal / bluish?green or dark teal color; as it dries, it evolves toward muted gray?green, olive, brown, and in heavy pools even hints of red / copper sheen in concentrated areas. -
Paper Dependence & Variation
The final visual effect strongly depends on the paper. On non-absorbent papers (e.g. Tomoe River), more of the initial blue/green may remain, with subtle shifts. On more absorbent or “normal” papers, the shift toward browner / earthier tones is more pronounced. -
Shading & Tonal Depth
The ink exhibits rich shading — lighter strokes show softer gray?green, while heavier strokes deepen into richer olive / brown tones. In concentrated areas, small amounts of dark red halo / sheen have been observed in reviews. -
Sheen / Glitter
Sukigokoro is not a shimmer / glitter ink; it does not include sparkling particles. Its visual complexity comes from color shifting, shading, and subtle halos / sheen, not glitter.
Performance & Writing Behavior
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Flow & Feel
The ink is described as smooth?flowing, suitable for fountain pens. Some users note it can feel slightly “drier” or less lubricated compared to very wet inks, but this varies with pen, nib, and feed. -
Start / Reliability
No widespread reports of problem starts; generally reliable once primed. -
Drying Time
Because of its shifting behavior and softer tone, it tends not to be exceptionally fast-drying, especially in heavier strokes or on ink?friendly paper. -
Feathering / Bleed / Show-through
On good quality, fountain-pen-friendly paper, feathering and bleed are minimal. On weaker / absorbent paper, the shifting and deeper tones may suffer, and show-through may increase. -
Cleaning & Maintenance
As a dye ink without particulate additives, it flushes reasonably well. No severe staining is commonly reported with moderate use. -
Water Resistance
The ink is not water-resistant; exposure to water / moisture will degrade or wash away the published color.
Aesthetic Appeal & Use Cases
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Mood & Character
Sukigokoro is ideal for users who enjoy unexpected variation — an ink that “surprises” as it transitions. Its color palette (teal → gray → olive / brown) evokes misty woodlands, old mossy stones, or aged patina. -
Creative / Expressive Writing
Works beautifully in sketching, journaling, calligraphy, or expressive writing where the shifting is appreciated. -
Daily / Formal Use
Because its final tones are often muted and earthy (gray / olive / brown), it can be legible and usable even in more restrained or semi-formal settings (depending on nib size and paper). -
Ideal Pen & Nib / Paper Combination
• Pens with generous ink flow or wet nibs will better reveal the full color shift.
• Use with high-quality, less absorbent paper to allow the shift to develop gradually.
• Broader, wetter strokes may bring out more of the deeper tones and halo effects.
Product Information
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Name: Sailor Yurameku “Sukigokoro”
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Product code / reference: 13?1530?202
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Collection / Series: Yurameku bottled ink line (Sailor’s color?shifting / multi?shade inks)
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Barcode / EAN: 49?01680?19664?8
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Ink type / base: Water?based dye ink (non?pigmented)
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Country / Manufacturer: Japan (Sailor)
Physical & Packaging Specifications
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Volume / Capacity: 20?mL
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Bottle dimensions: W 34 × D 34 × H 58 mm
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Package / outer box size: ~ 37.5 × 37.5 × 61 mm (paperboard)
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Weight: 94.0 g (bottle + ink)
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Bottle opening / usable diameter: ~?20.6 mm
Color, Shading & Shift / Visual Behavior
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Color change / shift: The Yurameku line is designed to shift in hue depending on drying time, paper, and ink concentration.
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Sukigokoro specifics:
• According to Papeterie Makkura, Sukigokoro shifts from “bleu?vert” (blue?green) to a mysterious violet as it dries.
• In vendor descriptions (Goulet Pens), it’s described as a “green” color with shifting behavior.
• On Dromgooles, it’s said to bring “dark green … shades of emerald teal and gleaming red sheen,” with dramatic shifts possible. -
Shading / nuance: Because of the shifting nature, shading is pronounced—lighter strokes show more of one tone; heavier strokes / pools reveal deeper color shifts.
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Shimmer / Sheen:
• No shimmer (no glitter particles) is stated in the Goulet product listing.
• But sheen (subtle reflecting hues) is possible as part of the color shift / halo effect, especially in denser strokes. -
Water resistance: None — the ink is not water?resistant; exposure to water likely degrades or washes color.
Performance & Usage Behavior
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Flow / Wetness: Described as smooth-flowing, suitable for use in fountain pens.
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Start / Reliability: No widespread complaints of hard starts; the line is marketed as safe and reliable in normal use.
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Drying time: Because of the shifting / layering, drying time may vary; heavier areas or pools will take longer. (No precise public test data found)
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Feathering / Bleed / Show?through: On good quality paper, behavior is acceptable; on more absorbent paper, the complexity of shifting colors may be lost, and show-through may increase.
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Cleaning & Maintenance: As a dye ink without heavy particulates, it should flush reasonably well under normal maintenance. (No specific defects noted in sources)
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User experience / community notes:
• In Reddit and user reviews: “Sailor Sukigokoro is one of the most interesting inks … behaves drastically differently depending on paper … on Tomoe River shows a greyish blue?green with hint of red sheen; on more absorbent paper reveals orange / brown notes.”
• Another user says “its chameleon?like characteristics are a lot of fun. It’s well behaved for such a strange ink.”
Summary
Sailor’s Yurameku “Sukigokoro” (13?1530?202, 20?mL) is a color?shifting dye ink that transitions between blue?green, teal, violet, and brownish tones depending on paper and saturation. It exhibits strong shading and dynamic appearance, but contains no glitter. Packaged in a compact glass bottle (W34×D34×H58?mm, 94?g), it’s part of Sailor’s second edition Yurameku line and aims to bring poetic motion to writing through subtle, changing color.
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