Platinum Japan Modern Maki-e Fountain Pen “Preppy wa Edo-Monogatari”- Kingyo

Kingyo / Goldfish

The keeping of goldfish also spread among the common people during the Edo period, leading to the development of a unique Japanese goldfish culture. In the towns of Edo, goldfish sellers walked around, and townspeople began to enjoy goldfish casually. Many of the varieties seen today were created during this period. Ukiyo-e artists such as Utagawa Kuniyoshi and Kitagawa Utamaro also left behind works incorporating goldfish.

The “Preppy wa” modern Maki-e version, released in 2023 and 2024 and received great reviews, will be released its third edition "Edo-Monogatari" as a limited edition model. This time, with the theme of the Edo period, we have incorporated six patterns related to Edo life onto the body of the fountain pen using a unique Japanese technique, modern Maki-e. These are pop fountain pens with a striking texture that combines unique patterns and elegance. The Preppy has been a popular since its release in 2007 as a low-priced fountain pen that provides an authentic writing experience. The stainless steel nib with a special alloy point that is resistant to wear is the best quality in this price range.

The Preppy is equipped with a “Slip & Seal mechanism” that prevents the ink from drying out even after a year with the cap closed. You can write it down anytime, so you won't feel stressed.

Modern Maki-e… Unlike conventional Maki-e, it is applied with silk screen printing instead of urushi lacquer on the underlayer, which is then sprinkled with coloured powders such as gold and silver and hand-finished one by one by Maki-e artisans. It gives more thickness compared to normal printing, while the reflections and shades of the powders create a three-dimensional feel.

Styles:

Geisha no Kodougo / Geisha Accessories

Sake / Sake

Hanabi / Fireworks

Kingyo / Goldfish

Neko / Cats