Ballpoint Pen - GAFU Makie Wajimanuri Owl

Luxury Writing Instrument Decorated with Wajimanuri Makie - A Tradition with 600 Years of History

This product is meticulously crafted using traditional techniques, involving over 100 to 130 steps before completion. The ballpoint pen body is made from natural wood, known as "kiji." By using this natural wood, the authentic techniques of Wajimanuri lacquerware are brought to life.

To enhance the strength of the material, a process called "Nuno-kise" (cloth reinforcement) is applied, followed by three layers of lacquer coating: "Shitaji" (base coating), "Nakanuri" (middle coating), and "Uwanuri" (top coating), with each layer carefully polished to achieve a smooth, lustrous finish.

The final stage features intricate decorative detailing using the luxurious "Makie" technique. Over time, the hardness of the lacquer coating increases, making the product more durable with continued use, allowing you to fully appreciate the true quality of lacquerware. We hope you will enjoy this product for many years to come.

Oil-Based Ballpoint Pen (Twist Mechanism) | Medium Tip | Black Ink
Barrel Material: Natural Wood (Lacquer Finish with Makie Decoration)
Pen Body Size: Maximum Diameter 13 x Total Length 146mm
Gift Box Size: Height 38 x Width 178 x Depth 74mm (Paulownia Wood Box Included)
Compatible Refill: CROSS Ball-Point Pen Refill 8513

Design - Owl
With its large, powerful eyes that seem to draw in good fortune, the owl has long been seen as a symbol of wisdom and longevity. In ancient Greece, the owl was known as the companion of the goddess Athena and was revered as a symbol of knowledge. In Europe, it is often regarded as the "symbol of wisdom" and the "god of longevity."

In Japan, the owl is considered a lucky charm due to its name associations:

"Fukurou" meaning "good fortune comes."
"Fukurou" meaning "a life free from hardship."
Additionally, since owls can see well in the dark (symbolizing foresight) and can turn their heads with great flexibility (symbolizing success in business), they are cherished as talismans for prosperity and good luck.