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Iroshizuku - Kiri-same

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Pilot Iroshizuku Kiri-same is a light warm gray ink evoking misty autumn showers, renowned for its exceptional performance combining wet flow, smooth lubrication, and very fast drying times. It offers medium to high shading without sheen, making it ideal for calligraphy, sketching, and expressive writing, though it may appear too light in extra-fine dry nibs. This ink suits fountain pen enthusiasts seeking a reliable, versatile gray with subtle warmth and good water resistance for everyday creative use.

Properties
Color Family
Gray
Dry Time
15-30 seconds
Water Resistance
Moderate
Shading
Moderate
Sheening
None
Flow
Wet

Best Uses

CalligraphySketchingJournaling

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Reviews & Resources

Pilot Iroshizuku fountain pen ink review - kiri-same - The Writing Desk

This review covers Pilot Iroshizuku Kiri-same, a light grey ink with a warm pinky/beige tinge, translating to Autumn Shower. It performs excellently with no hard starts, quick drying in 15 seconds, and good behavior after weeks in the pen.

Ink Review #1: Pilot Iroshizuku Kiri-Same - Fountain Pen Pharmacist

Pilot Iroshizuku Kiri-Same is a favorite light gray ink reminiscent of a rainy day, shading well without sheen and performing consistently across pens. The reviewer highly recommends it as a staple for its joy of use and value in a 50ml bottle.

Ink Review: Pilot Iroshizuku Kiri-same - The Well-Appointed Desk

This ink flows smoothly, shades from silvery to steel gray, and is slightly dry but reliable without drying in the nib. It loads well and writes beautifully, praised by readers for its unique gray tone.

Ink Review #988: Pilot Iroshizuku Kiri-same

Kiri-same shows wet flow, 15-second dry time, medium water resistance, low feathering, and performs smoothly on various papers and in a broad nib Pilot Custom 74. The reviewer loves it enough to buy a full bottle.

review: pilot iroshizuku kiri-same - ink between the teeth

Kiri-same dries in under 15 seconds, offers good water resistance, moderate shading, and a slightly wet flow without issues in a TWSBI pen. It's dependable and understated, filling a gap for warmer gray inks despite the premium price.

Pilot Iroshizuku Kiri-Same Ink Review - A Better Desk

This light gray ink evokes misty rain clouds, excels in shading for flex or calligraphy nibs, has fast dry time under 20 seconds, medium wetness, high saturation, and low feathering. It's ideal for sketching despite a price premium.

Ink details on this page were generated with the assistance of AI and may not be fully accurate.