Tono & Lims
Top Selling Tono & Lims Fountain Pen Ink
About the Tono & Lims Brand
Tono & Lims is the kind of ink you “just try once”… and suddenly you’re collecting bottles. It’s a Japanese brand created in collaboration with Lim’s Lab, a South Korean ink producer—known for a seriously diverse color range and frequent limited-edition drops. From moody sheeners to bright, playful shades, you can even chase Pen Chalet exclusives like the monthly 30ml Exclusive Pen Chalet Line (new themed colors released throughout the year). Shop with confidence at Pen Chalet (authorized dealer) and grab free U.S. shipping on qualifying orders.
Tono & Lims is a Japanese brand creating inks in collaboration with Lim's Lab, a South Korean ink producer. The brand is known for creating a remarkable array of diverse ink colors of exceptional quality. The brand's visionary lineup invites creators everywhere to discover a new level of creativity by diving into the inspiring world of inks. Tono & Lims inks are often released as limited editions.
Tono & Lims Ink FAQs
What is Tono & Lims ink?
Tono & Lims is a fountain pen ink brand described by Pen Chalet as a Japanese brand collaborating with Lim’s Lab in South Korea, known for diverse colors and frequent limited editions.
Who founded Tono & Lims?
Tono & Lims is commonly described as founded by Takashi Ono (a fountain pen enthusiast) in partnership with Lim’s Lab.
Where are Tono & Lims inks made?
Pen Chalet lists the country for Tono & Lims as Korea, reflecting the collaboration with a South Korean ink producer.
Are Tono & Lims inks limited edition?
Many Tono & Lims inks are released as limited editions, so colors can appear, sell out, and rotate quickly.
What types of inks does Tono & Lims make (standard, shimmer, etc.)?
Depending on the release, Tono & Lims offers a mix of standard inks and special-effect options such as shimmer, pigmented, and fluorescent inks.
What bottle sizes does Pen Chalet carry for Tono & Lims inks?
Pen Chalet carries multiple Tono & Lims releases in 30ml bottles, and also lists some special editions in 15ml sizes (availability varies).
What is the Tono & Lims Exclusive Pen Chalet Line?
It’s a Pen Chalet-only monthly series of premium 30ml inks, with a fresh exclusive color inspired by seasons, special occasions, or themes.
Do Tono & Lims inks sheen or shade?
Many colors are chosen specifically for high visual interest—Pen Chalet ink reviews highlight effects like sheen (e.g., Storm Cloud’s bronze sheen) and strong shading (e.g., True Love’s orange-to-gold shading).
Are Tono & Lims inks fountain-pen safe?
These are sold as fountain pen inks. For special-effect inks (especially shimmer or pigmented), use normal care: choose an easy-to-clean pen and flush more often.
Can I use Tono & Lims inks with dip pens or glass pens?
Many retailers describe these inks as suitable for writing/drawing with fountain pens and also dip/glass pens—just clean tools after use to prevent staining.
Pen Chalet is an Authorized Dealer of Tono & Lims pens and writing instruments.
Country: Korea
Customer Reviews
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Tono & Lims Friendship Line Goldfish is such a fun and beautiful ink. The color has this soft dusky purple base with warm pinkish-red tones that really do remind me of flowing goldfish fins in water. Depending on the light and paper, it shifts and shades so beautifully. It writes smoothly, feels lively on the page, and has so much personality without being overpowering. Easily one of the prettiest purple inks in my collection.
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I like this ink a lot, but haven't used it much because I've had issues with shimmer inks. When I started buying ink, I was definitely only getting entry level pens, so potential problems didn't worry me at all. Now that many of the pens cost a lot more (and after messing one up with a shimmer ink from a different company), I've swung over to standard or shading inks. It's a shame that many of the most interesting inks are somewhat risky. What I can say is that if you feel comfortable using shimmer inks in your pens, you'll probably love this one. It's eyecatching.
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This lovely ink shades a beautiful blue. It has the right balance between wet and dry and flows in my fine tip pen very well. Will order a few more shades of this pretty ink!
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Love this ink & currently have my TWSBI Eco Serpentine filled with it. If you like a free flowing dark green bordering on green/black, you’ll love this ink! This monster movie fan wants more of the Monster referenced inks. Think….Godzilla, Creature From the Black Lagoon, etc.
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Got strawberry chocolate! It’s a very cute pastel pink with a moderate amount of shimmer. Despite being a more pastel shade, i find it very readable. I was hoping for a bit more of a brownish-pink hence the name, but i still love the color and plan to use it regularly :-)
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