Wajima-Nuri Maki-e Miyabi-Style Ballpoint Pen, Clematis Florida

JP¥ 50,000 (US$ 398.91)


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A luxury writing instrument adorned with Wajima-nuri maki-e which has a tradition of 600 years.
Clematis florida is a popular garden flower that is also called "queen of the vine plants". Its Japanese name "tessen", or "iron wire", comes from its strong iron-like stems and vines. Also, it is a pattern often used in wedding attire etc. in the hope of a strong bond, as its name suggests. Clematis florida which exudes dignified life force strength in a refined design.

Wajima-nuri has been cultivated through a long history and tradition, and has been continually lovingly used for everyday items as well as art works. It is a famous Japanese craft that has received high praise both in and outside of Japan. A feature of Wajima-nuri is the wonderful gloss it exudes when first used. This Wajima-nuri ballpoint pen carefully made using a traditional method that involves more than 100 steps until completion is the real deal. Wajima-nuri was used by the heads of each country at the Ise-Shima Summit. It overflows with hand-made gentleness and conveys a feeling of gratitude to someone you are indebted to. Also can be used for a gift or a celebration.

●Materials: natural wood (maple)
●Size: [Item] Max. Diameter 13mm, Total Length 146mm, [Paulownia box] H38 x W178 x D73.5mm
●Weight (item only): 22g
●Weight (including packaging materials): 132g
●Made in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture
●Brand Name: AZONX
●Handling Precautions:
・Caring for Wajima-nuri: To best preserve its luster, wipe with a soft cotton cloth. This will help maintain the original beauty of Wajima-nuri.
・Should it get dirt or fingerprints get on it, wipe off with a soft cotton cloth.
・Do not store in direct sunlight and in places with high temperatures or humidity.
・Oil-based ballpoint pen (rotating type): Medium thickness and with black ink. Use CROSS ballpoint pen refill 8513 when replacing.
・Paulownia Box: As this is made by hand, please kindly understand that the finished measurements are an estimate.
●Other:
・Due to item characteristics, the color and shape may differ slightly from the photos.
・Should the item be out of stock, manufacture will take place after order placement. Depending on the item, delivery may be delayed. Please contact customer service regarding the delivery date.

Item No. W14594