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Tombow Releases Irojiten Colored Pencil Desk Cup 

 A New, Stylish 18-Pencil Set for Artists 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

February 18, 2025

 

ATLANTA – Tombow introduces the Irojiten Colored Pencil Desk Cup, an elegant, compact set of 18 premium-colored pencils that builds on the legacy of Tombow’s renowned Irojiten Colored Pencil collection.

Known for its unique “Colored Pencil Dictionary” sets, the Irojiten Colored Pencil collection features artist-grade, wax-based pencils that deliver rich, creamy color, ideal for layering and smooth, even blending.

Irojiten Desk Cup Set

The new Irojiten Colored Pencil Desk Cup offers a curated selection of colors in a portable, reusable desk cup, designed to bring Irojiten’s aesthetic and quality into any workspace.

Irojiten Desk Cup Set

The Irojiten Colored Pencil collection, is celebrated for its refined presentation and exceptional performance, traditionally available in themed sets of 30 colors each—Rainforest, Woodlands, and Seascape—featuring a total of 90 shades that range from soft pastels to vibrant tones, including fluorescent options.

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The Irojiten Colored Desk Cup Set distills this essence into a versatile, smaller format that’s perfect for artists, designers, and anyone seeking a stylish yet functional addition to their creative toolkit. 

 

“With the Irojiten Colored Pencil Desk Cup Set, we wanted to create a new way to experience the Irojiten collection,” said Cathy Daniel, Chief Marketing Director. “It’s an accessible yet premium set that brings the rich color quality and smooth blending capabilities of our Irojiten Colored Pencils into a format that’s as beautiful on your desk as it is in use.” 

Each pencil in the Irojiten Colored Pencil Desk Cup Set features the Irojiten’s signature cream-white enamel finish and a high-quality wax-based core that allows for seamless layering without waxy buildup.

This set is ideal for a variety of artistic applications, from coloring and fine art to journaling and illustration, providing both beginners and seasoned artists with the versatility and precision that have made the Irojiten Colored Pencil collection a favorite. 

Key Features of the Irojiten Colored Pencil Desk Cup Set: 

  • Compact Irojiten Selection: A curated set of 18 colors from Tombow’s renowned Irojiten Colored Pencil Dictionaries, presented in a convenient desk cup for easy access and display. 
  • Premium Pigmentation and Texture: Wax-based cores deliver rich, vibrant color with a creamy texture, ideal for layering and blending. 
  • Signature Enamel Finish: Each wood-cased pencil is coated in an elegant cream-white enamel, reflecting the refined aesthetic of the Irojiten Colored Pencil collection. 
  • Versatile Creative Applications: Perfect for coloring, fine art, illustration, journaling, and doodling, making it a valuable tool for a wide range of creative projects. 
  • Compact and Portable Design: A stylish, reusable desk cup that enhances any workspace, combining the elegance of the Irojiten Colored Pencil collection with the convenience of a smaller, travel-ready set. 
Shop Irojiten Desk Cup Set

The Irojiten Colored Pencil Desk Cup Set is now available at local art & stationery shops and TombowUSA.com inviting artists to enjoy the beauty and performance of the Irojiten collection in a thoughtfully designed, compact form. 

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About Tombow  

Tombow is today’s market leader for arts, crafts, and office products. ​ Serving consumers and businesses around the globe, Tombow was established in Japan in 1913 as a wood-case pencil provider. ​ Since these beginnings, we have upheld a history of unparalleled customer service. Tombow has grown the company’s portfolio to a worldwide provider of art markers, liquid glue and adhesive tape, fine writing pens, correction tape, drawing pencils, colored pencils, and erasers manufactured in facilities located in Japan, Vietnam, and Thailand. ​ Worldwide operating divisions distribute Tombow branded products in their respective geographies. For more information, visit ​ www.TombowUSA.com. 

 

For more information and media opportunities, please visit contact:

Audrey Hayes

Audrey Hayes

Communications and Marketing Specialist, American Tombow Inc.

 

 

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About Tombow

Tombow is today’s market leader for art, crafts, school and office products. Serving consumers and businesses around the globe, Tombow was established in Japan in 1913 as a wood-case pencil provider for Japanese students. Since these beginnings, we have upheld a history of unparalleled customer service.

Tombow has grown the company’s portfolio to a worldwide provider of art markers, liquid glue and adhesive tape, fine writing pens, correction tape, drawing pencils, colored pencils and erasers manufactured in facilities located in Japan and Southeast Asian countries. Worldwide operating divisions distribute Tombow branded products in their respective geographies.

Our Mission

Through our products, Tombow is redefining common practices and traditions to offer customer excitement and satisfaction.

Our Committment to Diversity

At Tombow, we believe in the power of creativity. We offer the world’s best products so you can create your best work. Our belief is that our stationery products are tools to express knowledge, creative thinking, new ideas and perspectives. We celebrate diversity and inclusion in everything we do – from the people we employ to the artwork we share on social media. For us, it’s not just about the products but what they inspire you to do. Our brand was founded on the commitment to create tools that redefine common practices and traditions. That’s why we believe diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere in which our community truly feels they can create their best work.

Environmental Policy

Tombow Pencil Co., Ltd. aims to achieve complete harmony with the global environment in all of our business operations; to contribute to the betterment of the global society through the development, production, and sales of stationery products; while at the same time maintaining a company that is kind to both nature and humanity.

  • Safe products that take into consideration the environment are developed and produced; environmental awareness is communicated through sales.
  • All wastefulness in both products and business is eliminated, and resources and energy are used wisely.
  • Strive to improve the environment and prevent pollution by cooperation both inside and outside the company.

Our History

Founded in Japan in 1913 as a manufacturer of wood-cased lead and colored pencils, Tombow Pencil Co., Ltd. has achieved an outstanding reputation for its unique, innovative and original products. American Tombow, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tombow Pencil Co., Ltd. that has distributed Tombow branded art and office products in North America since 1983. Tombow was first established in the United States in California, and later moved its North American headquarters to Georgia in 1993. Our offices and warehouse facilities were relocated in 2003 to a larger facility in Suwanee, GA with state-of-the-art technology.

In the early 1990s, Tombow established its first overseas factory in Thailand to produce products under strict quality control by our production engineers. Until that point in time, all production and manufacturing had been conducted in Japan. Since 2003, Tombow has established three factories in Vietnam. Our overseas production facilities have enabled Tombow to successfully accomplish controlling costs while maintaining our high standards of Japanese quality.

Additional Tombow subsidiaries are located in Germany and China. Tombow Pen & Pencil GmBH was established in Germany in 1980 and sells Tombow products throughout Europe. In 2011 Tombow Pencil (Dalian) Co., Ltd. was established as the first sales base in Asia, selling Tombow products to the Chinese market. A representative office was established in Jakarta, Indonesia in August 2019 for market research and sales promotion support in Southeast Asia.

During the past four decades, Tombow has diversified its manufacturing program from strictly pencils to now include markers, liquid glues, adhesive tape, dry highlighters, correction tape, ballpoint pens, and rollerball pens. Our exciting designs are offered at affordable prices that truly benefit the consumer. In fact, Tombow has been recognized as one of Japan’s top five office products manufacturers.

Contact

355 SATELLITE BLVD NE, Suite 300, Suwanee, GA 30024

678-318-3344

marketing@tombowusa.com

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