{"product_id":"wancher-dream-pen-echizen-urushi-sakura-zukiyo","title":"Wancher Dream Pen Echizen Urushi Sakura Zukiyo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakura – the Japanese cherry blossom – is the symbol of spring. For a brief moment, the blossoms shine in soft light, creating a beauty that is as fleeting as it is unforgettable.\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSakura Zukiyo\u003c\/strong\u003e fountain pen captures exactly this feeling: the memory of a quiet, poetic moment in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSakura Zukiyo – Cherry Blossoms in Moonlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Zukiyo\" describes the nocturnal atmosphere under moonlight.\u003cbr\u003eThe Sakura Zukiyo captures the scene where cherry blossom petals float through the moonlight on a mild spring night – an image deeply connected to Japanese aesthetics and the concept of \u003cstrong\u003eWabi-sabi\u003c\/strong\u003e: beauty in transience, in imperfection, in the moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this edition, Wancher aims to capture the essence of Japan – not as a perfect reproduction, but as an honest approximation of something that cannot truly be fully held.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEchizen Urushi – 9000 Years of Lacquer Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEchizen Urushi\u003c\/strong\u003e originates from the Echizen region in Fukui Prefecture and is one of Japan's oldest lacquer traditions.\u003cbr\u003eThe lacquer is obtained from the sap of the Urushi tree and applied in extremely thin layers. Each layer must dry completely before the next is applied – a process that can take months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial features of Echizen Urushi:\u003cbr\u003e– Over 9000 years of tradition\u003cbr\u003e– Family-run workshops over generations\u003cbr\u003e– High resistance to water, heat, and acids\u003cbr\u003e– An incomparably deep, warm luster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination of history, craftsmanship, and durability makes Echizen Urushi one of Japan's most revered lacquer techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKindai Maki-e – Modern Interpretation of a Historic Art\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sakura Zukiyo is decorated with \u003cstrong\u003eKindai Maki-e\u003c\/strong\u003e – a modern evolution of the classic Maki-e technique.\u003cbr\u003eThis method allows for rich, vibrant depictions of cherry blossoms and lends the fountain pen an elegant, poetic charisma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach artist interprets the technique in their own way, giving each piece an individual signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sakura Zukiyo is made of ABS and built up in numerous layers with Echizen Urushi.\u003cbr\u003eEach layer is carefully applied, dried, polished, and refined again – a process that demands the highest precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a surface with a gentle sheen, organic depth, and a subtle, moonlight-like radiance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fountain pen sits balanced in the hand and offers a pleasant, controlled writing experience.\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eairtight cap\u003c\/strong\u003e reliably protects the nib from drying out, making the Sakura Zukiyo suitable for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/3908\/0530\/files\/compact_air_tight_cap_large_ba960561-b48f-4bfd-a42b-a2212988fd3a.avif?v=1782304182\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNib \u0026amp; Ink Flow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sakura Zukiyo is available with two high-quality nib variations:\u003cbr\u003e– \u003cstrong\u003e#6 JoWo Stainless Steel Nib\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e– \u003cstrong\u003eWancher 18K Gold Nib\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarious feeds are available for ink flow:\u003cbr\u003e– Plastic\u003cbr\u003e– Ebonite Black\u003cbr\u003e– Ebonite Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the writing behavior to be perfectly adapted to personal preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Art Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABS, Echizen Urushi, Kindai Maki-e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilling System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard cartridges \u0026amp; converter (European standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNib:\u003c\/strong\u003e #6 JoWo Stainless Steel or Wancher 18K Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic, Ebonite Black, or Ebonite Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airtight – prevents drying out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic, balanced, comfortable in hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/3908\/0530\/files\/pen-measurement-Echizen-Sakura-Zukiya_480x480_f32816b8-c8ed-4f2a-be97-e6f41b1d6b43.webp?v=1782313452\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScope of Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDream Pen Sakura Zukiyo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Japanese wooden box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePen Kimono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConverter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eInstructional material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3711\" data-start=\"3702\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3819\" data-start=\"3713\"\u003e– In stock, immediately available. 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