－Taiwanese brand of ink

Taiwan Fountain Pen Ink Selection: Brand Introduction, Buying Guide, and FAQs

Summary of this page Taiwan Ink Representative brands and features, such as Lennon Toolbar,Ink Institute,JUSPIRIT Fluorescent,Laban etc. Looking for Everyday dye inks, glitter inks, special colors, quick-drying or waterproof applications? Understand it all here.

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Overview of Taiwan Ink Brands

  • Lennon Toolbar

    Taiwan's representative brand, rich in local colors and seasonal themes, with a complete color range.

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  • Ink Institute

    Experimental style and textured color matching, suitable for color cards and collections.

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  • JUSPIRIT Fluorescent

    Highly visible fluorescent display, even better color rendering when paired with black card or absorbent paper.

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  • Laban

    The color orientation and packaging texture are both gift-friendly.

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How to choose Taiwanese ink? Four key points

  1. Use: Daily records → dyes; emphasis on water resistance → pigments or partial iron gall; visual effects → glitter/high flash.
  2. Paper compatibility: If you usually use ordinary copy paper, choose a color that is less permeable and dries quickly; the color will appear better when paired with good paper (Pen and paper).
  3. Cleaning frequency: Glitter/pigment/iron gall must be cleaned more frequently, refer to Brush Washing Guide.
  4. Color testing habits: First make a color card to master the distribution of blending, shadow and glitter (How to make a color card).

Comparison of ink types (common in Taiwan)

類型 Feature Difficulty of cleaning Suitable for the situation
Dye Wide color gamut, good fluidity, relatively easy to clean ★ ☆☆ Daily writing and note-taking
Pigment Good water and light resistance, low-key graininess ★★ ☆ Approval and important documents
Iron Gall Darker color after oxidation, good water resistance on paper ★★ ☆ Archive, Sign
Glitter/High Flash (Shimmer) Contains gold powder/pearl, gorgeous angle changes ★★★ Notebooks, greeting cards, and artistic creations

Want to know more:Analysis of waterproof ink・Things to note about glitter ink

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Will glitter ink clog the pen?

Shake well before use, and let the powder flow back with the pen tip facing down; increase the frequency of cleaning and the intensity of water washing (refer to Brush washing tutorialIt is safer to choose a pen with a wide flow channel and easy to disassemble and wash.

Do I have to buy paint if I need waterproofing?

Not necessarily. Some iron galls and special dyes are also water-resistant. Try colors And measure water washing.

How often does it need to be cleaned?

2–4 weeks for daily dyes; 1–2 weeks for pigments/iron gall/glitter. Please empty and wash the container if not used for a long time.

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