The precious value of lacquerware was established during the Nara and Heian periods as a symbol of wealth among nobility and as a beauteous, sacred embodiment of the gods.
The word “Urushi (Japanese lacquer)” is said to have originated from the word “Uruwashi”, meaning “there is nothing more beautiful”. With the Japanese aesthetic beliefs flourishing at the time, it was only natural that Urushi was coined from the word Uruwashi. The Chinese character for Uruwashi can also be read as “rei”.
The Traditional Japanese Lacquer Art REI Series was so named to reflect the passion with which Sailor Pen crafts these writing instruments, embodying the profoundly moving beauty of Japanese tradition, providing people with joy and inspiration. From the fountain pen barrel to the pen pouch and the beautifully braided high-grade Sanada strap on the paulownia wood case, everything is crafted in Japan to celebrate our traditions and origins with the REI Series.
N.B.: Urushi products are made by hand one by one and can change over time. Not all products are produced equal. Please consider your purchase with this in mind.
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Ishikawa Sosaku Shunkei Kaga-nuri
Kaga-nuri is a style of Urushi art that originated in Kaga City of Ishikawa Prefecture, a locale famous for fine Japanese lacquer, and features an exquisite elegance characteristic of Yamanaka region’s lacquerware. The Sosaku Shunkei Kaga-nuri technique showcased in these fountain pens is by Isana Kobayashi (aka Masatoshi Kobayashi), an artist living in Kaga City with over 30 years of experience in Urushi art. His style is one of a kind, expressing an understated yet captivating elegance inspired by the flow and serenity of nature, as well as the wealth of human emotions. The brilliant beauty of these special fountain pens are a culmination of Kobayashi’s decades of tireless training and rich experience in countless forms of Urushi art expression.
Nib: 21K gold, Large
Nib grade: M
Size: ø17 x 151mm
Cap, Barrel: Ebonite with Urushi finish
Gripping section: PMMA resin / Black
Weight: 30.9g
Item code:
M
10-8843-428
Barcode:
M
49-01680-175148
Nagano Sosaku Shunkei Kiso-nuri
Kiso lacquerware has a heritage dating back to early 17th century, originating in the Kiso Hirasawa area, among the many post station towns of Shiojiri City in Nagano Prefecture. The densely wooded region with its moist atmosphere perfect for crafting lacquerware, cultivated a culture around the historical Nakasendo Trail, and from there, it developed into an industry. The Sosaku Shunkei-nuri technique showcased in these fountain pens was born of Kiso Urushi artist Yusuke Iwahara’s passionate pursuit to hone his skills. He brought Sosaku Shunkei-nuri to life, applying the Kiso Tsuishu technique of layering many coats of Urushi to prepare a base that shows through to the surface (characteristic of Shunkei-nuri) to heighten originality. These fountain pens are masterpieces of Urushi art, featuring an emotional expression with depth.
Nib: 21K gold, Large
Nib grade: M
Size: ø17 x 151mm
Cap, Barrel: Ebonite with Urushi finish
Gripping section: PMMA resin / Black
Weight: 31.8g
Item code:
M
10-8844-428
Barcode:
M
49-01680-175162
These pens are sold with :
The 21 Karat gold nib
Pen pouch
Exclusive Paulowina wood case
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