Sumi Inks
Sumi Inks are richly pigmented inks rooted in East Asian artistic traditions, commonly used for calligraphy, brush painting, and expressive line work. While classic sumi ink is known for its deep black tone, modern formulations also include subtle hues like indigo, sepia, and earth tones. Whether in liquid form or as an ink stick, sumi ink offers smooth flow, a velvety matte finish, and excellent tonal range for washes and shading. Ideal for use with brushes and dip pens, sumi ink supports a meditative, intentional approach to mark-making and visual storytelling.
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Yasutomo Bokuju Sumi Ink, #KY12 Black, 12oz.
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$24.85Water-Resistant - Once dried, this artist ink exhibits water-resistant properties, making it suitable for layering with other water-based products like watercolors or markers Smudge Proof - Made...300231$24.85 -
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Yasutomo Liquid Sumi Ink, #KF12 Gloss Black, 12oz.
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$20.55This pre-mixed, permanent ink is made from the same high-quality soot as our sumi ink sticks. The bottle opening is wide enough to load ink for most brushes, and its cap conveniently doubles as a...420727$20.55Qty in Cart: 0Quantity:Price:$20.55Subtotal: -
Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink, Golden Black #CG18, 180mL
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$14.35CG18 is a dense black ink with golden powder suspension. The black outlines gold on rice paper; the effect is more subtle on sized papers. Specifically made for Chinese art techniques, but...396681$14.35 -
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Yasutomo Bokuju Sumi Ink, #KY6 Black, 6oz.
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$13.65Liquid sumi inks are economical, convenient and time saving as it eliminates the need for g418690$13.65Qty in Cart: 0Quantity:Price:$13.65Subtotal: -
Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink, Black #CY18, 180ml Bottle
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$9.85These authentic Chinese drawing and painting inks allow for stability and re-solubility. The inks ar369905$9.85 -
Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink, Ultra Black #CM18, 180mL
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$9.55CM18 is a very dense black, water resistant ink that contains almost double the pigment of CY18. It creates unique tones when thinned with water and works on porous and less porous papers, including...369904$9.55 -
Yasutomo Bokuju Liquid Sumi Ink, #KY2 Black, 2oz
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$8.65This convenient liquid sumi ink is made of high-quality vegetable oil soot. Eliminating the need for60211$8.65 -
Yasutomo Vermilion Liquid Sumi Ink, #KV2 Red/Orange, 2oz
Yasutomo
$8.30Yasutomo vermilion ink is a rich, warm, red-orange color. It is traditionally used in hand-lettered manuscripts, seals, and ink paintings. It is also commonly used in Asia by calligraphy instructors...420956$8.30 -
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Yasutomo Liquid Sumi Ink, #KF2 Gloss Black, 2oz.
Yasutomo
$7.95This pre-mixed, permanent ink is made from the same high-quality soot as our sumi ink sticks. The bottle opening is wide enough to load ink for most brushes, and its cap conveniently doubles as a...300234$7.95Qty in Cart: 0Quantity:Price:$7.95Subtotal: