KOKUYOKB paper both FSC-certified paper 64g A4 500 sheets KB-39N (japan import)The Forest Stewardship Council

Q: Has anyone tried watercolor on this paper? Does it hold up as well to it as Tomoe River?

I bought this paper mainly because it handles fountain ink extremely well and is still fairly light weight without costing as much as Tomoe River. I still prefer the smoothness of TR but this paper is my second choice. When I saw this question I pulled out a sheet and tried watercolor. I was amazed at how well it can handle it. Colors blend well and I used a lot of watercolor to see if the paper could take it and it did. I got absolutely no bled through to the other side which I sometimes get in Tomoe River paper. The crinkles don’t feel the same as Tomoe River but I’m sure the weight of this paper is part of the reason for that.

Q: Reviews say it's not as good as tomoe river. but will it still give nice sheen and shading? i'd like affordable fp paper that still highlights shading

It's much heavier than Tomoe River, and not as smooth. The sheening is great (OS Walden Pond). It's absorbent enough that the shading is only adequate (Diamine Autumn Oak). Because it's heavier than Tomoe River there is much less ghosting (almost none) and no bleed-through at all. Come over to the Goulet Nation Facebook Group, ask the same questions and I can show you photos. The only thing I would recommend more is if you can find a reasonably priced 32 lb (120 gsm) laser printer paper.

Q: Some say this is is very smooth paper and some say it's rough. Which is correct?

I wouldn’t call it rough by any means. I wouldn’t call it especially smooth, but I’d say it is as smooth as conventional copy paper (albeit higher quality).

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Brand
KOKUYO
Colour
Off-white
Paper finish
Smooth
Sheet size
A4
Sheet count
500

🌿FSC-certified eco-friendly

📄500 premium sheets

🖋️Fountain pen optimized

Description

🖋️ Elevate your writing game with Kokuyo KB – where precision meets sustainability!

SILKY SMOOTH FINISH - Enjoy a premium tactile feel that elevates your writing and printing experience.
ECO CONSCIOUS CHOICE - FSC-certified paper that aligns with your sustainable lifestyle and corporate responsibility.
GENEROUS 500 SHEET PACK - Stay stocked with a full ream of high-quality A4 sheets for all your professional needs.
FLAWLESS FOUNTAIN PEN FLOW - Experience minimal feathering and smooth ink glide for every nib type.
PERFECT WEIGHT BRIGHTNESS - 64g paper with ideal brightness for crisp, clear text and vibrant ink saturation.

Kokuyo KB-39N is a 500-sheet pack of FSC-certified A4 paper, designed specifically for superior fountain pen compatibility with minimal feathering. Weighing 64g and featuring a smooth finish, this off-white paper offers professional-grade brightness and durability, making it the perfect choice for eco-conscious professionals who demand quality and sustainability.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Kokuyo Co., Ltd.
Brand	KOKUYO
Model Number	KB-39N
Product Dimensions	11.69 x 21.01 x 0.1 cm; 4 g
Colour	Off-white
Number of Items	500
Size	a4
Sheet Size	A4
Brightness Rating	1 Candela
Paper Weight	65
Paper Finish	Smooth
Manufacturer Part Number	KB-39N
Item Weight	4 g

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Has anyone tried watercolor on this paper? Does it hold up as well to it as Tomoe River?

Is this real a4 size or fake a4 size? (real a4 size is 210 × 297 millimeters or 8.27 × 11.69 inches)

Reviews say it's not as good as tomoe river. but will it still give nice sheen and shading? i'd like affordable fp paper that still highlights shading

Some say this is is very smooth paper and some say it's rough. Which is correct?

Reviews

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Not like other kokuyo papers

I thought this paper would be like the paper from kokuyo notebooks and was described as an affordable alternative to tomoe river paper, but I found it to be just like normal printer paper. It’s not bad or cheap, but in no way has the feel of other kokuyo paper I’ve used.

25.02.2024