Traditional Beauty, Modern Convenience

Yasutomo Sumi Inks bring the elegance of traditional Japanese ink painting and calligraphy into a modern, easy-to-use format. These liquid inks are ready to use straight from the bottle—no grinding required—making them ideal for both seasoned artists and beginners looking to explore the timeless art of Sumi-e and brush lettering.

The KF2 and KF12 Sumi Inks are made from high-quality vegetable oil soot and enhanced with a small amount of shellac to create a waterproof finish once dry. These inks offer rich, deep black tones and a smooth flow, with permanent and lightfast properties that preserve the beauty of your work for years to come.

Key Features

• Liquid sumi ink—no grinding needed
• Shellac-based for waterproof results once dry
• Made from high-quality vegetable oil soot
• Permanent and lightfast
• Rich, deep black tones

Perfect For

• Traditional Sumi painting
• Japanese and Chinese calligraphy
• Brush lettering and ink illustration
• Creating waterproof, archival artwork
• Artists seeking the ease of liquid ink with traditional results