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Discover brush pens that are perfect for journaling!
5 popular brush pens for journaling
- Tombow ABT Dual Brush
- Zebra Mildliner Brush
- Pentel Fude Touch Sign
- Tombow Fudenosuke
- Sakura Koi Coloring Brush
Whether you are a beginner or have already filled several notebooks, the right pen can make a huge difference, both in how it feels to use and in the final result. In this guide, we highlight five favourites that are especially well suited to journaling, along with what to consider when choosing brush pens. By selecting a pen that matches your style and needs, you will enjoy a smoother creative process and more polished results, whether you prefer minimalist spreads, colourful headings or creative illustrations.
1. Tombow ABT Dual Brush Pen
A versatile classic
A true classic in the world of journaling. The pen features two tips – a flexible brush tip and a fine tip – making it incredibly versatile.
It works just as well for headings as it does for colour coding and decorative details, and is available in more than 100 different colours, making it easy to find shades that suit your personal style. A perfect choice if you are looking for a pen that can handle almost anything.
2. Zebra Mildliner Brush Pen
For soft, harmonious colours
Mildliner Brush is known for its soft, muted colours that create a harmonious and stylish look.
It is especially popular within bullet journaling, where many prefer a calm colour palette that does not overwhelm the page. Perfect for planning, highlighting and minimalist layouts.
3. Pentel Fude Touch Brush Sign Pen
For small text and detailed work
A smaller brush pen with excellent control, making it perfect for smaller text and fine details.
The tip is flexible yet easy to control, making it an excellent choice for beginners or for anyone writing in smaller notebooks.
4. Tombow Fudenosuke Brush Pen
A favourite for clean and controlled lettering
One of the most popular brush pens for lettering and journaling. Tombow Fudenosuke is available in two versions – Soft and Hard – making it easy to choose a tip that suits your style.
The Soft version features a more flexible tip that creates greater line variation, while the Hard version is firmer and offers more control. The pen is especially well suited to smaller headings and text, and is a perfect choice both for beginners and for anyone looking to improve their hand lettering skills.
5. Sakura Koi Coloring Brush Pen
For creative effects and colour blends
This brush pen contains water-based ink that can be blended with water to create watercolour-like effects.
Perfect for anyone who wants to combine journaling with illustrations, colour gradients and more creative details.
| Water-based | Permanent | Tip material | Body material | Tip width | Colours | Refillable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tombow ABT Dual Brush Pen | Yes | No | Felt (nylon) | Plastic | Flexible (brush + fine tip) | Over 100 colours | No |
| Zebra Mildliner Brush Pen | Yes | No | Felt | Plastic | Flexible (brush + fine tip) | Around 30 colours | No |
| Pentel Fude Touch Sign Pen | Yes | No | Felt | Plastic (polypropylene) | Flexible (brush) | Around 40 colours | No |
| Tombow Fudenosuke Brush Pen | Yes | Varies | Felt | Plastic | Flexible (brush) | A small selection of colours | No |
| Sakura Koi Coloring Brush Pen | Yes | No | Felt (nylon) | Plastic | Flexible (brush) | Around 40 colours | No |
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