These handcrafted Kanazawa gold leaf fountain pens from Hakuichi showcase Japanese artistry and symbolism through detailed motifs. Each pen is decorated using the traditional gold leaf technique from Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, where artisans have perfected the craft for centuries. The body is finished with elegant lacquer and decorated with hand-applied gold leaf, giving the surface a luminous quality that changes with the light. The 18K gold nib ensures smooth writing, blending functionality with traditional beauty.
Every motif carries deep cultural meaning, reflecting themes of fortune, longevity, and harmony with nature:
Variants
1. Moon and Rabbit
A golden full moon with delicately painted white rabbits, a motif tied to Japanese folklore where rabbits are said to live on the moon. The full moon symbolizes fulfillment, peace, and good fortune, while rabbits represent fertility, renewal, and prosperity.
2. Goldfish
A flowing design of red goldfish swimming among ripples, depicted with gold leaf accents. In Japanese tradition, red goldfish are linked to protection against misfortune, vitality, and summer elegance. The movement of the fish symbolizes adaptability and resilience.
3. Cherry Blossom
A scattering of pink and gold blossoms across a black lacquer surface. Cherry blossoms (sakura) signify the fleeting beauty of life, renewal, and emotional depth. Their graceful fall, often described as a snowstorm of petals, has long been a poetic theme in Japanese art and literature.
4. Red Fuji
The rare and majestic sight of Mt. Fuji glowing red at sunrise in late summer. Known as "Aka-Fuji," this natural phenomenon is associated with prosperity, good fortune, and protection from disaster. The design reflects both natural beauty and spiritual symbolism.
Craftsmanship & Materials
Technique: Kanazawa Gold Leaf application, with fine hand-painting
Nib: 18K gold for smooth writing
Body Material: AS resin with gold leaf decoration
Size: W0.51 × D0.51 × H5.47 in. (1.3 × 1.3 × 13.9 cm)
Weight: 0.22 lbs (100 g)
Origin: Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
Additional Details
Includes one bottle of ink
Can be personalized with a name (engraving may fade with friction)
Comes in a presentation box, suitable for gifting
Delivery time: 1-2 weeks (if out of stock, add 1-3 weeks)
Symbolism & Use
These fountain pens are more than writing tools; they carry cultural stories and auspicious motifs. The moon and rabbit celebrate seasonal traditions like Tsukimi (moon viewing). Goldfish reflect summer vitality and protection. Cherry blossoms express beauty and impermanence. Red Fuji symbolizes rare fortune and resilience.
Ideal for collectors of Japanese art, calligraphy lovers, and those seeking meaningful gifts, these pens merge everyday function with timeless symbolism.
