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Cranes Kutani Ceramic Ballpoint Pen

Sale price$96.00 USD

Only 2 units left

Graceful and auspicious, this Japanese ballpoint pen features a beautiful Kutani ceramic barrel adorned with elegant cranes in flight. In Japanese tradition, cranes symbolize longevity, peace, and good fortune—making this pen a meaningful gift or personal treasure.

Crafted by Seikou Kiln, a renowned Kutani pottery maker with over a century of history, each pen combines advanced ceramic techniques with timeless design. The central ceramic component is made from highly durable “new ceramic” material, designed to resist impact while maintaining the refined aesthetics of traditional porcelain.

Balanced with a stainless steel body, the pen offers a pleasing weight and a smooth, reliable writing experience. It’s more than just a writing instrument—it's a celebration of Japanese craftsmanship and symbolic beauty, perfect for everyday use or as a thoughtful gift steeped in cultural heritage.

Discover our Japanese ballpoint pens, where tradition meets comfort.

Details

  • Length(Pen): 5.4" (13.7 cm)
  • Weight(Pen): 1.2 oz (35 g)
  • Materials: Ceramics and Stainless Steel
  • Tip Size: 0.7 mm (uses Mitsubishi SE-7 refill)
  • Compatible refill: Mitsubishi SE-7 Ballpoint Pen Refill
  • Brand: Seikou Kiln
  • Note: Each piece is uniquely handmade, so expect some individual differences.

Seikou Kiln – A Piece of Kutani Tradition for Your Desk

Founded in the early 1900s in Ishikawa Prefecture, Seikou Kiln has spent over a century mastering the vibrant art of Kutani ware. From their beginnings as hand-painting artisans, they’ve led the way in making high-quality ceramics that blend seamlessly into daily life—beautiful enough to admire, yet practical enough to use.

Their pen holders and ballpoint pens bring that same philosophy to your desk. Each piece features the signature rich colors and glossy finish of Kutani ware, crafted using in-house developed glazes and fired in one of 14 electric kilns—the largest production scale in the region.

But these aren’t just tools. Holding one in your hand means holding a story—of centuries-old craft, generations of innovation, and a deep respect for Japanese artistry. It’s the kind of stationery that quietly says, “This was made in a kiln that’s been perfecting its technique for over 100 years.”

Perfect as a thoughtful gift or a personal treasure, Seikou’s writing tools are more than beautiful—they’re part of a living tradition.

Full view of Cranes Kutani Japanese Ballpoint Pen with chrome accents and white crane motif.
Cranes Kutani Ceramic Ballpoint Pen Sale price$96.00 USD