Kuretake Brand
At Kuretake, we create tools and materials that inspire and support human expression through the fusion of culture and technology.
Founded in Nara in 1902 as a manufacturer of ink, we have been dedicated to supporting human expression through writing, drawing, and creative making for over 120 years.
We offer more than products; we provide tools and materials that help ideas take shape.
This philosophy is the foundation of the Kuretake brand.
THE KURETAKE BRAND
The Kuretake brand is centered on the “Kuretake” umbrella brand, bringing together individual brands that serve distinct roles across creative domains.
No matter which brand or product you encounter, Kuretake’s technology and philosophy are always at the core.
Kuretake
Creative Expression Brand
Kuretake’s core brand embodies our technology, history, philosophy, and trust.
Rooted in Nara, the cradle of Japanese culture, where diverse influences have long been absorbed and transformed into new forms of expression, we deliver value to creators around the world through craftsmanship refined over generations and a deep respect for culture.
ZIG is a brand that supports self-expression through expressive writing, vibrant color, and the pleasure of creating.
Through pens, markers, brush pens, and water brushes, we accompany the acts of writing, drawing, and coloring—supporting everyday creative expression.
ZIG embodies Kuretake’s technology and philosophy, delivering value at the closest point to the creative moment.
GANSAI TAMBI
Color & Beauty Expression Brand
GANSAI TAMBI is a brand that reinterprets the sense of color and aesthetic sensibility nurtured by Japan’s nature and culture into contemporary forms of expression.
Expanding beyond traditional Japanese art materials, it brings color to a wide range of creative fields as a rich option for creators around the world.
GANSAI TAMBI embodies the role of bringing the colors and beauty of Japan to the world through the power of expression.
TECHNOLOGY & CULTURE
A Brand Rooted in Technology and Culture
Behind every line, color, and stroke lies over a century of craftsmanship and technological expertise.
From pigments and ink formulation to fluid control and application technology, every element is carefully designed to support creative expression.
The colors, flow, drying performance, and reliability that creators experience are the result of knowledge and innovation refined across generations.
At the same time, our brand is underpinned by a culture of writing, a culture of appreciating color, and a culture that values expression.
By connecting technology and culture, Kuretake continues to create value as a brand.
Toward the Future
At Kuretake, we aspire to be more than just products. We seek to become a presence that remains in people’s hearts—as a memory and a source of value in the very moment they express themselves.
By bridging culture and technology, we will continue to support human expression and evolve as a brand that shapes the future of creativity.