35 products

  • ZIG Kuretake Silver MICA Ink ZIG Kuretake Silver MICA Ink

    ZIG Kuretake Silver MICA Ink

    ZIG Kuretake Silver MICA Ink, for dip Pen, Brush, Artist, Non Toxic Paints Ideal for Illustration, Lettering, Drawing, Writing, outlining on Bright and Dark Colored Papers AP-Certified, Made in Japan .
    Rs. 990.00
    Rs. 990.00
  • Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Ichimatsu Cherry Blossom/peach. Made in Japan Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Ichimatsu Cherry Blossom/peach. Made in Japan
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    Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Ichimatsu Cherry Blossom/peach. Made in Japan

    Experience the art of traditional Japanese calligraphy with this compact Kuretake calligraphy set. Inspired by classic shodo tools, this set includes a high-quality brush, ink stick, and durable inkstone for preparing rich black ink. Simply add a small amount of water to the inkstone and grind the ink stick to achieve your desired ink consistency. This method allows full control over ink density, making it...
    Rs. 3,100.00
    Rs. 3,100.00
  • Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Ichimatsu cherry tree/sky. Made in Japan Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Ichimatsu cherry tree/sky. Made in Japan
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    Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Ichimatsu cherry tree/sky. Made in Japan

    High-quality Japanese calligraphy set by Kuretake, presented in a compact and beautifully designed small box featuring Ichimatsu Cherry Blossom and Peach Blossom patterns. This set includes a brush, ink stick, and natural inkstone, making it perfect for beginners and professionals alike. Ideal for writing letters, gift wrapping, or traditional calligraphy practice. A great gift or souvenir item.
    Rs. 3,100.00
    Rs. 3,100.00
  • Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Hinagiku. Made in Japan Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Hinagiku. Made in Japan
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    Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art Hinagiku. Made in Japan

    High-quality Japanese calligraphy set by Kuretake, presented in a compact and beautifully designed small box featuring Ichimatsu Cherry Blossom and Peach Blossom patterns. This set includes a brush, ink stick, and natural inkstone, making it perfect for beginners and professionals alike. Ideal for writing letters, gift wrapping, or traditional calligraphy practice. A great gift or souvenir item.
    Rs. 3,100.00
    Rs. 3,100.00
  • Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art water lilies/Hinagiku. Made in Japan Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art water lilies/Hinagiku. Made in Japan
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    Zig Kuretake One Stroke Japanese Calligraphy Set – Brush, Ink Stick & Inkstone Small Box Kit for Shodo Writing and Art water lilies/Hinagiku. Made in Japan

    High-quality Japanese calligraphy set by Kuretake, presented in a compact and beautifully designed small box featuring Ichimatsu Cherry Blossom and Peach Blossom patterns. This set includes a brush, ink stick, and natural inkstone, making it perfect for beginners and professionals alike. Ideal for writing letters, gift wrapping, or traditional calligraphy practice. A great gift or souvenir item.
    Rs. 3,100.00
    Rs. 3,100.00
  • ZIG Kuretake Saiboku Shimbi Sumi Ink Stick Set with Glass Inkstone | 3-Piece Japanese Traditional Calligraphy Set for Lettering, Painting & Drawing | Made in Japan ZIG Kuretake Saiboku Shimbi Sumi Ink Stick Set with Glass Inkstone | 3-Piece Japanese Traditional Calligraphy Set for Lettering, Painting & Drawing | Made in Japan
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    ZIG Kuretake Saiboku Shimbi Sumi Ink Stick Set with Glass Inkstone | 3-Piece Japanese Traditional Calligraphy Set for Lettering, Painting & Drawing | Made in Japan

    A beautiful, ready‑to‑use traditional calligraphy and painting set from Kuretake, made in Japan for artists who value heritage, presentation, and creative control. The set combines three premium colored sumi ink sticks with a clear glass inkstone in a luxury gift box, giving you everything needed to grind and prepare ink for lettering, painting, or drawing.Each ink stick is wrapped in traditional Japanese washi and housed...
    Rs. 11,100.00
    Rs. 11,100.00
  • ZIG Cartoonist Special Black Ink 60ml | Water-Based Pigment Ink for Dip Pens and Brushes ZIG Cartoonist Special Black Ink 60ml | Water-Based Pigment Ink for Dip Pens and Brushes

    ZIG Cartoonist Special Black Ink 60ml | Water-Based Pigment Ink for Dip Pens and Brushes

    ZIG Special black ink is water-based pigment, matte black Ink. Smudge-proof when combined with watercolor or alcohol-based marker. Even if you use an eraser over the ink, the color will remain clear.
    Rs. 750.00
    Rs. 750.00
  • KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO EBICHA(葡萄茶) KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO EBICHA(葡萄茶)
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    KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO EBICHA(葡萄茶)

    The "MEIJI NO IRO" series is a beautiful selection of colored inks which were inspired by popular colors from the Meiji era of Japan. Enjoy with glass pen, dip pen, fountain pen, and "Kuretake Karappo-pen".
    Rs. 1,300.00
    Rs. 1,300.00
  • Kuretake Ceramic with Header Double-Sided Natural Ink Stone, 4.5 Flat for Calligraphy Ink Stick, Palette, Indian Ink, Lettering Art Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality Kuretake Ceramic with Header Double-Sided Natural Ink Stone, 4.5 Flat for Calligraphy Ink Stick, Palette, Indian Ink, Lettering Art Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality
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    Kuretake Ceramic with Header Double-Sided Natural Ink Stone, 4.5 Flat for Calligraphy Ink Stick, Palette, Indian Ink, Lettering Art Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality

    Lightweight Ink Stone The front is a solid ink and the spear is a double-sided type for calligraphy liquid Size: 2.9 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches (73 x 135 [Natural Ink Stone] High quality black ink stone which has fine irregularities and moderate hardness. It is easy to polish and is designed for use when grinding down black ink sticks. This ink stone is made...
    Rs. 3,499.00
    Rs. 3,499.00
  • KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO KUJAKURYOKU(孔雀緑) KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO KUJAKURYOKU(孔雀緑)
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    KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO KUJAKURYOKU(孔雀緑)

    The "MEIJI NO IRO" series is a beautiful selection of colored inks which were inspired by popular colors from the Meiji era of Japan. Enjoy with glass pen, dip pen, fountain pen, and "Kuretake Karappo-pen".
    Rs. 1,300.00
    Rs. 1,300.00
  • KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO KUROGANEIRO(鉄色) KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO KUROGANEIRO(鉄色)
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    KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO KUROGANEIRO(鉄色)

    The "MEIJI NO IRO" series is a beautiful selection of colored inks which were inspired by popular colors from the Meiji era of Japan. Enjoy with glass pen, dip pen, fountain pen, and "Kuretake Karappo-pen"
    Rs. 1,300.00
    Rs. 1,300.00
  • KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO SHIMBASHI-IRO(新橋色) KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO SHIMBASHI-IRO(新橋色)
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    KURETAKE ink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO SHIMBASHI-IRO(新橋色)

    The "MEIJI NO IRO" series is a beautiful selection of colored inks which were inspired by popular colors from the Meiji era of Japan. Enjoy with glass pen, dip pen, fountain pen, and "Kuretake Karappo-pen".
    Rs. 1,300.00
    Rs. 1,300.00
  • Kuretake Natural Ink Stone SEIRAN for Calligraphy Ink Stick, Palette, Indian Ink, Lettering Art, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality Kuretake Natural Ink Stone SEIRAN for Calligraphy Ink Stick, Palette, Indian Ink, Lettering Art, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality

    Kuretake Natural Ink Stone SEIRAN for Calligraphy Ink Stick, Palette, Indian Ink, Lettering Art, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality

    [Natural Ink Stone] High quality black ink stone which has fine irregularities and moderate hardness. It is easy to polish and is designed for use when grinding down black ink sticks. This ink stone is made of natural stone and so the surface does not wear away easily. The size is 7.6x2.1x13.5(cm), 15oz and easy to use. [Easy to use] We recommend this ink stone...
    Rs. 1,200.00
    Rs. 1,200.00
  • Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI Sumi Ink Stick, Koran, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality, for Lettering, Drawing, Signature AP-Certified, Made in Japan Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI Sumi Ink Stick, Koran, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality, for Lettering, Drawing, Signature AP-Certified, Made in Japan

    Kuretake SAIBOKU SHIMBI Sumi Ink Stick, Koran, Japanese Traditional Calligraphy and Painting, Professional Quality, for Lettering, Drawing, Signature AP-Certified, Made in Japan

    [Colored Ink Stick] Kuretake "Saiboku Shimbi" is a colored ink stick with demonstrates the beautiful, vibrant colors used in traditional Japanese style paintings. You can easily control the ink density or blend colors together using these ink sticks. You can also use these to create different bleeding and blurring techniques. It can be used for a wide range of purposes, including Japanese-style paintings, ink wash,...
    Rs. 770.00
    Rs. 770.00
  • KURETAKEink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO ARAISHU(洗朱) KURETAKEink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO ARAISHU(洗朱)
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    KURETAKEink-cafe MEIJI NO IRO ARAISHU(洗朱)

    The "MEIJI NO IRO" series is a beautiful selection of colored inks which were inspired by popular colors from the Meiji era of Japan. Enjoy with glass pen, dip pen, fountain pen, and "Kuretake Karappo-pen
    Rs. 1,300.00
    Rs. 1,300.00

What Is Calligraphy Ink?

The term calligraphy ink refers to the specific kind of ink that is used for the purpose of writing and decoration. This ink is thicker and more colorful in comparison to normal ink and helps the writer produce a smooth stroke along with sharp lines.

Types of calligraphy ink include waterproof ink, acrylic ink, and dip pen ink.

How To Use The Calligraphy Ink?

Using Mello Store calligraphy ink is very easy and fun. Firstly, shake the ink bottle before using it. Then, soak your calligraphy pen or brush in the ink but do not put too much ink on the nib.

Try out the flow of the ink on some scrap papers before writing your artwork. It is important to use smooth and controlled strokes when writing to produce beautiful and elegant calligraphy.

Use good quality paper to avoid ink spreading. Once done with writing, remember to wash the nib thoroughly with water. Always keep the ink bottle closed and store in a cool, dry place.

Mello Store calligraphy ink works best for any writing purpose.

Always test your calligraphy ink on a scrap sheet before starting your artwork. This helps ensure smooth ink flow and prevents unwanted blotting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Calligraphy ink is specially designed for hand lettering, dip pen writing, brush work, and illustration. It produces smooth, bold, and expressive strokes, making it ideal for artworks, invitations, journaling, and decorative writing.

Most calligraphy inks are not recommended for fountain pens. They are usually formulated for dip pens, brushes, or nib pens. Using them in fountain pens may cause clogging or damage unless the product specifically says fountain pen-safe.

Calligraphy ink works best with dip pens & nib holders, brush pens or paint brushes, and glass pens. These tools help control ink flow and achieve clean, artistic strokes.

Let the ink dry completely before touching or layering. Using smooth, high-quality paper and quick-drying ink formulas also helps reduce smudging and feathering.

Keep ink bottles tightly closed after use, away from heat and sunlight, and stored upright in a cool, dry place. This helps maintain ink consistency and prevents drying or separation.