{"product_id":"nahvalur-ikkaku-fountain-pen-cherry-blossom","title":"Nahvalur Ikkaku Fountain Pen - Cherry Blossom","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nahvalur Ikkaku Fountain Pen - Cherry Blossom brings the quiet poetry of spring to the writing desk. A deep blue ground sets the stage for hand-applied urushi lacquer artistry, where delicate blossoms and branchwork appear with luminous depth. The result is a refined, collector-grade instrument that balances visual serenity with dependable everyday performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt around traditional maki-e techniques, the Ikkaku Cherry Blossom features layers of urushi lacquer that create a gentle, dimensional sheen. Fine particulate accents within the artwork catch the light subtly, giving the petals and motif a natural sense of movement. Each pen reflects the hand of the artisan, so small variations in pattern placement and tone make every example uniquely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe composition celebrates the cherry blossom, a motif long treasured in lacquer art for its fleeting beauty. The polished surface transitions cleanly across cap and barrel, highlighting graceful proportions and a timeless silhouette that complements the understated palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWriting Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 14k gold medium nib provides smooth, confident strokes with an expressive touch under light pressure. The ink flow is tuned for reliable starts and consistent lines, making the pen comfortable for extended journaling as well as focused note-taking. A cartridge or converter filling system offers practical flexibility, allowing you to explore a range of bottled inks or travel-ready cartridges with equal ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Collector Appeal\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNahvalur’s Ikkaku series introduces artisanal lacquering to a brand admired by enthusiasts for thoughtful design and reliable engineering. The Cherry Blossom edition pairs cultural symbolism with functional refinement, creating a piece that feels at home in a serious collection yet remains wholly satisfying as a daily writer. It embodies the appeal of urushi and maki-e in a form that is as usable as it is visually resonant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Nahvalur Ikkaku Fountain Pen - Cherry Blossom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Urushi lacquer with maki-e cherry blossom motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Blue ground with blossom artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib: 14k gold, Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling System: Cartridge or converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtisanal variation: Pattern and tone may vary from piece to piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nahvalur","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":50912652689683,"sku":"NAH-IKCB","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2083\/6627\/files\/Nahvalur-Ikkaku-Fountain-Pen-Cherry-Blossom.jpg?v=1744469107","url":"https:\/\/www.truphaeinc.mom\/products\/nahvalur-ikkaku-fountain-pen-cherry-blossom","provider":"Truphae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}