Japanese Glass Dip Pen

A glass pen, invented by Sadajiro Sasaki in 1902, is a dip pen made entirely of glass. Its nib retains ink through capillary action, enabling smooth writing. Japanese artisans have refined this craft, creating glass pens with intricate designs and smooth tips, making them highly popular worldwide.

1. Easy Ink Exchange: Glass pens are quick to clean, making ink changes simple. Perfect for using various colors. 2. No Clogs: They handle shimmer or old inks without clogging. 3. Artistic Designs: Known for intricate designs, these pens enhance the writing experience.

No worries. Just contact us, and we'll arrange a repair with the artist. A small repair and shipping fee applies, but we'll return your pen beautifully restored. If you're placing a new order, we can include the repaired pen in the same shipment to help you save on shipping costs.

It depends on the nib's craftsmanship. A well-made Japanese nib can write about a full postcard, the length of a short note, from a single dip, because its grooves hold ink evenly through capillary action. Cheaper, mass-produced nibs often run dry after just a few words. Consistent ink flow is one of the clearest signs of a quality glass pen.

Writing feel comes down to how finely the glass grooves are shaped. Mass-produced pens are often scratchy, while Japanese artisans refine each tip for a smooth glide. Japan has one of the world's most competitive glass pen cultures, which pushes its makers to perfect both ink capacity and writing feel.