{"product_id":"pilot-namiki-yukari-maki-e-fountain-pen-sakura-fubiki","title":"Namiki Yukari Maki-e Fountain Pen - Sakura Fubuki","description":"\u003cp\u003eFleeting petals caught in a spring gust inspired the Pilot Namiki Yukari Maki-e Fountain Pen - Sakura Fubuki, a refined writing instrument that unites Japanese urushi artistry with the everyday grace of a portable luxury pen. The Yukari format balances presence and poise, giving the hand-painted cherry blossom motif space to breathe while remaining comfortable for extended writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Sakura Fubuki pen is built on an ebonite foundation and finished with multiple layers of natural urushi lacquer. Namiki artisans apply and polish the lacquer by hand, then paint the swirling cherry blossoms with fine maki-e work using precious metal powders. The composition evokes the delicate motion of petals in the air, with subtle depth from the lacquer layers that reveal a quiet glow under changing light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExecuted by members of Kokkokai, Namiki’s esteemed collective of maki-e artists, the design displays the measured restraint and balance that define the Yukari series. Gold-plated accents frame the artwork without overpowering it, while the pen’s proportions remain elegantly slim and thoughtfully weighted for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWriting Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18k gold Fine nib offers a refined, controlled line with the smooth, quietly tactile feel for which Namiki is celebrated. Flow is consistent and well-regulated, making quick notes and long-form pages equally satisfying. The cartridge\/converter system provides dependable ink delivery and easy maintenance, and the threaded cap protects the nib and feed while preserving the lacquer finish over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuned for balance both posted and unposted, the Yukari sits naturally in the hand. It invites a relaxed, unhurried pace that suits journal entries, correspondence, and the kind of careful writing the Sakura Fubuki motif seems to encourage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeritage \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamiki represents Pilot’s highest expression of traditional Japanese lacquer craft. Since the early 20th century, Namiki has collaborated with master artisans to sustain and advance urushi and maki-e techniques for the modern era. The Yukari line distills that heritage into a versatile format, allowing intricate handwork to accompany you beyond the display case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese culture, cherry blossoms symbolize transience and renewal. Sakura Fubuki — literally a blizzard of blossoms — captures that poetic moment in motion, transforming a functional fountain pen into a quietly contemplative companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib: 18k gold, Fine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling system: Pilot proprietary cartridge\/converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Ebonite with natural urushi lacquer and hand-applied maki-e artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim: Gold-plated clip and accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap: Threaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pilot","offers":[{"title":"Fine","offer_id":52287418335507,"sku":"NAM-YSFU-PRE","price":1899.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2083\/6627\/files\/Pilot-Namiki-Yukari-Maki-e-Fountain-Pen-Sakura-Fubuki-uncapped-leaning.jpg?v=1757093992","url":"https:\/\/www.truphaeinc.mom\/products\/pilot-namiki-yukari-maki-e-fountain-pen-sakura-fubiki","provider":"Truphae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}