New Muji fineliners!!
While I was at Muji the other day, I saw these new fineliners in stock! These actually remind me of the Triplus fineliners by Staedtler, but with muted colors of Muji stationery!
The colors are actually the same as their sign pens, with fineliner tips. The pen barrel is much slimmer compared to the sign pens, and has a glossy texture instead of matte. There are 10 colors available, which are all the same as the sign pens. I got the mustard yellow and the olive green to try.
the nibs on these are POM resin, which are durable and wear resistance, and they write smoothly on paper. They seem to be around the same nib size as the Triplus fineliners. I use this to write in my journal to add some pop of color, as I like this specific shade of green and yellow.
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Since many of you are curious about the pen tips – and I totally get it, a good nib makes all the difference! – let's talk about Muji's choice of POM resin. I've used so many fineliners where the tip wears down or frays after a while, especially if you press a bit harder. But with these Muji ones, the POM resin really does feel incredibly durable and resistant to wear. My initial tests show they hold up beautifully even with consistent pressure, which is fantastic for my journaling style. They glide across the page without any scratchiness, giving you a really clean, consistent line. It feels comparable to some of my favorite 0.3mm fineliners, offering that precise detail for doodles or tiny notes. I even tried a quick sketch with the olive green and mustard yellow, and the lines were crisp and true. Now, let's address another common question I've seen – how do these fineliners stack up against Muji's famous gel ink pens, especially if you're looking for a 'Muji gel ink pen set'? While the gel pens offer a bolder, more opaque line with their pigment-based ink, these fineliners provide a finer, slightly more translucent look, perfect for layering or when you don't want the ink to dominate. If you're someone who loves to color-code or add delicate accents, the fineliners are a dream. I personally use my Muji gel pens for daily writing in my planner, but these fineliners have quickly become my go-to for adding those subtle pops of color in my journal or for drawing small elements. Unfortunately, I haven't seen these new fineliners available as a complete 'set' yet, but picking up a few individual colors is a great way to start your collection and see which shades you love most. Beyond journaling, these fineliners have so much potential! I've been experimenting with them for bullet journaling layouts, creating borders, or even just underlining important points in my notes. Their muted color palette – those gorgeous olive green and mustard yellow shades I picked – means they blend beautifully without being too distracting. I've found them fantastic for adding a hint of color to my planner spreads without making them look too childish. They dry pretty quickly on most journal paper, which is a huge plus for left-handers like me! If you're into hand lettering, these are brilliant for outlining or adding fine details. I even tried them on some thicker drawing paper, and they performed wonderfully, no bleeding or feathering. For fellow stationery addicts, I highly recommend swatching them on different paper types to see how the colors truly pop! What I really adore about Muji's approach is their commitment to these unique, slightly subdued hues. While many brands go for super vibrant, almost neon shades, Muji's muted colors, like the olive green and mustard yellow I picked, offer a sophisticated touch. They provide that 'pop of color' the original article mentioned, but in a way that feels calm and cohesive. It makes your notes and journal entries feel more intentional and aesthetically pleasing. If you're trying to build a cohesive stationery collection, these colors fit seamlessly with Muji's minimalist aesthetic across all their products.
