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Great Wave Yamanaka Ballpoint Pen

Sale price$52.00 USD

This Japanese ballpoint pen features the iconic Great Wave, silkscreened in shimmering silver and gold on a black barrel. 

Maeju is a respected maker from Yamanaka, a region known for 400 years of lacquerware craftsmanship. Founded in 1939, Maeju blends traditional artistry with modern techniques to create refined Japanese stationery.
The design is silkscreened using methods inspired by Yamanaka’s decorative lacquer traditions.

Its smooth barrel and balanced weight provide comfort for writing and a sense of calm while using it. Gold-colored accents add a luxurious touch to this powerful and timeless ocean motif. Presented in a silk-lined wooden box, it also makes an elegant and memorable gift.

Made in Japan, this pen brings together tradition, design, and the enduring power of nature. A matching Great Wave Yamanaka Fountain Pen is also available for those who prefer fountain pens.

Discover our Japanese ballpoint pens, where tradition meets comfort.

Details

  • Quantity: 1 pen & 1 cartridge ink
  • Length: 5.6" (14.2 cm)
  • Weight: 0.9 oz (26 g)
  • Tip Size: : 0.5 mm
  • Compatible refill: OHTO Ceramic Roller Refill C-300 Series
  • Material: Aluminum
  • Brand: Maeju
  • Note: Each piece is uniquely handmade, so expect some individual differences.

Maeju Shikki: Crafting Japanese Ballpoint Pen with Lacquer Mastery

Maeju Shikki is a long-established Japanese lacquerware maker founded in 1939 in Yamanaka Onsen, Japan. It is located in Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture, an area known for lacquerware for over 400 years. Yamanaka is especially famous for its exceptional woodturning techniques, known as rokuro-biki. Lacquerware from this region is beloved for graceful forms, deep red and black tones, and a smooth, comfortable texture.

Maeju grew alongside this rich tradition and helped Yamanaka become Japan’s leading lacquerware-producing region. With over 80 years of experience, Maeju is now a prestigious name in the world of Yamanaka lacquerware. The company is dedicated to sharing the beauty of Japanese lacquer with people around the world.

Side view of a Japanese Ballpoint Pen decorated with Hokusai’s Great Wave in metallic Lacquer.
Great Wave Yamanaka Ballpoint Pen Sale price$52.00 USD