Kuretake Kindai Maki-e – Aka Fuji

WANCHER – Japanese writing culture with depth

Wancher is a Japanese manufacturer of exclusive writing instruments that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design. In collaboration with experienced Urushi, Maki-e, and Raden artists, they create high-quality fountain pens, each model impressing not only with its functionality but also with its cultural depth and visual expressiveness. Ideal for collectors, writing enthusiasts, and all who understand writing as a conscious ritual.

Kuretake Kindai Maki-e – Aka Fuji

The Kuretake Kindai Maki-e series presents modern Maki-e lacquerware in 18 designs, inspired by Japanese culture, symbolism, and folklore. The "Aka Fuji" (Red Fuji) model is a tribute to Katsushika Hokusai's world-famous woodblock print depicting Mount Fuji in the morning light, bathed in vibrant red – an emblem of Japan's natural beauty and spiritual power.

The intricate depiction of the iconic mountain is transferred to the fountain pen in traditional style and finished with a protective layer of clear urushi lacquer. The result: a writing instrument with cultural depth, elegant lines, and exceptional tactile appeal.

The pen body is crafted from a single piece of aluminum using a deep-drawing process. The design is seamless, lightweight yet robust, and sits comfortably balanced in the hand. A fountain pen for everyday use or as a stylish and meaningful gift.

Highlights

– Fountain pen from the Kuretake Kindai Maki-e series
– Motif: Aka Fuji – inspired by Hokusai's famous woodblock print
– Hand-finished with Urushi-based clear lacquer
– Seamless aluminum housing – lightweight, robust, durable
– Nib with iridium tip, writing width: M
– Compatible with European standard cartridges and converters
– Japanese precision manufacturing – all parts manufactured and assembled in Japan

Technical data

– Material: Aluminum
– Manufacturing: Deep drawing process (Press Drawing Molding)
– Technique: Kindai Maki-e + Klar-Urushi
– Dimensions: Ø 11 mm × 137 mm
– Weight: approx. 25 g
– Filling system: Cartridge or converter (European standard)
– Spring: Stainless steel with iridium tip
– Nib width: F (Fine) or M (Medium)
– Origin: Japan – all parts manufactured entirely in Japan

Scope of delivery

– 1 × Kuretake Kindai Maki-e – Aka Fuji fountain pen
– 1 × converter
– 1 × cartridge
– 1 × High-quality wooden box (gift packaging)

Shipment

– In stock, available for immediate delivery. Free shipping within Germany for orders over €50 or in-store pickup.