{"product_id":"namiki-yukari-royale-lioness-and-cubs-fountain-pen","title":"Namiki Yukari Royale Maki-e Fountain Pen - Lioness and Cubs","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Namiki Yukari Royale Maki-e Fountain Pen - Lioness and Cubs brings an intimate natural scene to life in hand-lacquered detail. A lioness watches over her young, rendered with quiet power and warmth, while lustrous maki-e accents catch the light like sun on fur. The expansive Yukari Royale canvas offers generous space for the composition, allowing depth, movement, and subtle tonal shifts to unfold with every glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt on an ebonite body finished in multiple layers of urushi lacquer, this Yukari Royale is adorned by a Namiki Kokkokai artist using traditional maki-e techniques. Fine powders of precious metals are sprinkled into wet lacquer, then sealed, polished, and often reworked over successive layers to achieve soft gradations, delicate highlights, and a sense of relief. The result is a scene that feels both painterly and enduring, with the lioness and her cubs articulated in shimmering detail against a richly polished ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Yukari Royale format is celebrated for its balanced proportions and ample surface for intricate artwork. Here, the composition flows gracefully around the barrel and cap, revealing new facets as the pen turns in the hand. Carefully applied accents and linework emphasize expression over ornament, elevating the natural narrative without overwhelming it. The clip and trim provide a restrained frame, keeping focus on the artwork itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWriting Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large 18k gold Namiki nib anchors the writing experience with a smooth, confident line. Tuning and finishing reflect Pilot and Namiki's century of nib expertise: dependable starting, steady flow, and gentle feedback that rewards deliberate handwriting. The Yukari Royale's substantial yet well-balanced profile makes long sessions comfortable, while the cartridge\/converter system keeps daily use straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffered in a range of nib grades, the pen accommodates varied writing styles, from precise note-taking to expressive journaling. The generous nib size offers a quiet responsiveness on the page, translating subtle pressure changes into nuanced strokes without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNamiki, the artisanal house of Pilot established in 1925, has long championed Japan's urushi and maki-e traditions on fine writing instruments. Through the Kokkokai atelier, master artisans continue techniques refined over generations, uniting patient handwork with reliable modern engineering. The Yukari Royale line embodies this union: a dependable luxury pen whose artwork is created with time-honored materials and methods meant to endure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Namiki Yukari Royale Maki-e Fountain Pen - Lioness and Cubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody material: Ebonite with urushi lacquer and hand-applied maki-e decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib: 18k gold, large format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib sizes: Fine, Medium, Broad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling system: Pilot proprietary cartridge or converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap: Screw-cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pilot","offers":[{"title":"Fine","offer_id":49381926961427,"sku":"PN14483","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":49381926994195,"sku":"PN14486","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Broad","offer_id":49381927026963,"sku":"PN14480","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2083\/6627\/files\/Namiki-Yukari-Royale-Lioness-and-Cubs-Fountain-Pen.jpg?v=1719496087","url":"https:\/\/www.truphaeinc.mom\/products\/namiki-yukari-royale-lioness-and-cubs-fountain-pen","provider":"Truphae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}