Collection: Premium Oil-Soot Ink Sticks (Yuen Ink)

KOKYU YUEMBOKU

The Finest Ink Created Through Mastery, Materials, and Tradition

Premium oil soot ink is born when every element—finely crafted wooden molds, pure oil soot, high-quality glue, natural fragrance, and the artisan’s refined technique—comes together in perfect harmony.

Since ancient times, it has been customary to wrap the highest-grade ink sticks in gold leaf. Many of the ink sticks featured here are traditional gold-wrapped ink sticks, symbolizing exceptional quality. Please rest assured that the gold wrapping is purely decorative and does not affect the ink’s color or performance in any way.

Even the ink sticks without gold wrapping presented on this page are all top-quality, premium oil soot inks, each crafted to deliver exceptional depth, richness, and tonal beauty. We invite you to experience the true excellence of the finest sumi ink.