Classic Renaissance- KAZARI KANAGU DRAGON Fountain Pen (F)

2026-05-08T10:09:51+02:00

Type: Fountain Pen
Price: 820.00

CLASSIC RENAISSANCE - KAZARI KANAGU FOUNTAIN PEN - DRAGON - F

Carrying on the Craftsmen's Legacy, Crafting Timeless Blessings About "錺 KAZARI KANAGU"

※This product includes: KAZARI KANAGU Fountain Pen - Dragon (14K gold nib F) + The Dragon-Patterned Goldware Display Box + Brass Ink Bottle + Ink Converter

錺(KAZARI KANAGU), a kind of metal craft, is often used as metal decoration for Buddhist veneration objects. As the changes of people’s lifestyle, this traditional metal accessories craft has gradually developed a new design aspect apart from the initial decoration of temples,shrines, Buddhist altars,mikoshi,etc., allowing metal engraving art to be integrated into people’s daily life and become exquisite and meaningful lifestyle decoration.

To commemorate the Year of the Dragon, YSTUDIO presents the exquisite "Year of the Dragon Limited Edition" as part of the Classic Renaissance Series. Drawing inspiration from the intricate "cloud and thunder pattern" found on traditional oriental bronzes, this pen captures the majestic sight of dragons soaring through the celestial realm.

As the dragon emerges, it bestows auspicious blessings and symbolizes the eternal cycle of nature. With this fusion of oriental culture, aesthetics, and time-honored craftsmanship, the pen transcends into a vessel of boundless possibilities.

As emotions flow through its golden body and onto the page, the writer's narrative becomes immortalized for generations to come.

14K GOLD NIB

YSTUDIO’s bespoke Fountain Pen Nib, made in Germany and crafted in 14K gold, exudes unparalleled quality.

The nib is adorned with a distinctive "龍" character (means “Dragon” in Mandarin) and the YSTUDIO logo delicately engraved, following multiple rounds of hand-polishing, the nib embodies a remarkable spirit of craftsmanship.

THE DRAGON-PATTERNED GOLDWARE DISPLAY BOX

Crafted from solid wood, the dragon-patterned goldware display box offering sturdy and ample storage space. Designed with a special pen holder slot, it proudly showcases your Dragon Pen standing upright within.

Adding an extra layer of significance, YSTUDIO invited Mr. Mitsuhiro Ito to inscribe the lid with his own profound message: "One heart and mind, one road to life," epitomize the craftsman's unwavering commitment and lifelong dedication to his artistry.

BRASS INK BOTTLE

The display box includes a brass ink bottle featuring a brass cap and a wide, transparent glass body. Fill it with an array of ink colors and set it atop your desk, instantly transforming it into a cozy haven for your writing endeavors.

THE ARTIST - KAZARIKANAGU TAKEUCHI, DIRECTOR

Naoki Takeuchi
Born in 1982, Kyoto, Mr.Takeuchi is in charge of the production of the family business – KAZARIKANAGU TAKEUCHI, which is mainly engaged in the production and repair of decorative metal accessories for Buddhist altar, shrine and temple hardware. In 2020, he launched his own brand "錺之 KAZARINO", and in the same year, he served as the representative director of Takeuchi Co., Ltd.. The brand’s slogan is "Decoration has a mysterious power”, which aims to help people live a happier life through decorative accessories, and continue to develop more applications of Kazari Kanagu in various fields.

ITO METAL CARVING WORKSHOP

Established around 1920, this is a unique manufacturing facility located in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It specializes in crafting and engraving gilt metal chisels by hand and is one of the few remaining such workshops in Japan. The current owner and representative is Mr. Mitsuhiro Ito, the third-generation successor.

Mr. Ito was born in 1943 and joined the family business in 1965, where he apprenticed under his father, Mr. Kinjiro Ito. Since then, he has been working diligently behind the scenes, contributing to the production of metal components used in traditional Japanese Buddhist altars, religious articles, shrines, and temples.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Material: Brass, Copper, 14K Gold Nib, Wooden Box

Dimension: 11.2x11.9x130.7 mm

Weight: 981 g

Box: 200X115X95 mm

Refill：one ink converter included (International Standard Cartridge Type)

USE & CARE

The color of brass would be changed by different users and various environments yet this is also its unique feature. The oxide is harmless. It would restore its original luster by wiping with Brass Polish. Without any surface treatment, we hope each product can maintain its individual marks by the constant use of the owner.

INK RECOMMENDATION

In order to enjoy the best writing experience, we recommends customers use ink with a moderate thickness. For example, the ink from Pelikan, Waterman, Cross, etc.