Lucky God, Lucky Pen

Lucky God, Lucky Pen

Urushi and maki-e pens are often inspired by Japanese culture and mythology. The Danitrio Yokozuna series is especially suited for maki-e art. Because it’s quite a large pen, it provides...
Wajima and the Artisans

Wajima and the Artisans

You love urushi and maki-e pens, but do you know where they began? You may never have heard of Wajima, but it’s an important place in urushi circles. Many pens...
The story behind the pen (inspired by Noh Theater)

The story behind the pen (inspired by Noh Theater)

Have you ever wondered where the Urushi artisans get their inspiration? Maki-e pens are often inspired by Japanese mythology or culture. The pen we’ll talk about today was inspired by...