{"product_id":"chinkin-sakura-and-fuji-echizen-lacquered-fountain-pen","title":"Chinkin Sakura and Fuji Echizen Lacquered Fountain Pen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA celebration of fleeting beauty and timeless craftsmanship, the Chinkin Sakura and Fuji Echizen Lacquered Japanese Fountain Pen brings together the poetic elegance of cherry blossoms and the enduring majesty of Mt. Fuji — two of Japan’s most iconic symbols — in a single, breathtaking work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-carved from natural wood, the barrel is masterfully lacquered with multiple layers of Echizen urushi, one of Japan’s most revered lacquer traditions. The result is a rich, glossy surface that exudes warmth, depth, and subtle luster with every turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0775\/0333\/2635\/files\/Chinkin_Fountain_Pen_-_Komorebi_Stationery.jpg?v=1754560304\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is then brought to life through the ancient chinkin technique — a meticulous process in which the artist carves fine grooves into the lacquered surface and inlays them with precious metal powders. Here, silver powder delicately renders each petal of the sakura, while radiant gold evokes the flowing form of a red Mt. Fuji at dawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery pen is engraved by Sagiri Matsubara, a rising star in the world of Japanese lacquer arts. Though still in her 30s, she has already won acclaim for her refined sense of composition and technical mastery. Her touch transforms this pen into more than a writing tool — it is a tactile expression of Japanese seasonal aesthetics, captured in brilliant detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a pen for collectors, connoisseurs, and those who appreciate not only the written word but the art of making beauty last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003cspan style=\"color: #126638;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #126638;\" title=\"Japanese fountain pens\" href=\"https:\/\/komorebistationery.live\/collections\/japanese-fountain-pen\"\u003eJapanese fountain pen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e collection, crafted for exceptional writing and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: 1 pen \u0026amp; 1 cartridge ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 6.2\" × 0.7\" (15.8 cm × 1.8 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.1 oz (32 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib: Bock 14K Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib Size: Fine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling System: Converter(Cartridge and Piston)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInk cartridge: Compatible with European Short \u0026amp; Long Type (e.g. Pelikan, Waterman, Herbin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Lacquered Maple Wood \/ Gold \u0026amp; Silver Powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist: Sagiri Matsubara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Each piece is uniquely handmade, so expect some individual differences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSagiri Matsubara: Crafting Premium Japanese Fountain Pen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSagiri Matsubara is a contemporary Japanese artist specializing in chinkin, a traditional technique of carving lacquerware and inlaying designs with gold or silver. Born in 1995 in Fukui City, she began her apprenticeship in 2016 under master craftsman Katsu Yamamoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer work blends classical skill with modern aesthetics. She creates Japanese fountain pens, tableware, and other lacquerware that reflect both precision and grace. Each piece reveals her deep respect for tradition, while offering a fresh, contemporary sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2020, she received the Special Jury Prize at the National Lacquerware Exhibition. As a young artist pushing the boundaries of chinkin, her creations are already treasured—and their value will only continue to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"isuke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50269717627163,"sku":"G12-12304","price":2428.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0775\/0333\/2635\/files\/chinkin-sakura-and-fuji-echizen-lacquered-fountain-pen-komorebi-stationery-1.jpg?v=1772795788","url":"https:\/\/komorebistationery.live\/products\/chinkin-sakura-and-fuji-echizen-lacquered-fountain-pen","provider":"Komorebi Stationery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}