After 20 Years, Hakuichi's Signature Masterpiece Evolves: "Maki-e Ballpoint Pen" Renewed

Hakuichi Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture; President: Tatsuya Asano) is renewing its "Maki-e Ballpoint Pen," a Kanazawa foil craft gift that has been a representative Hakuichi product and loved worldwide for over 20 years. The renewed product will be launched on April 1, 2026 (Wednesday). This product has a proven track record, having been selected as a gift for the Japan-US summit meeting in 2017, and its quality and elegance have been highly praised for many years.

A Ballpoint Pen Expressing Traditional Japanese Celebrations

This luxurious item features the soft glow of gold leaf and auspicious motifs created with Maki-e, celebrating a bright future. Its elegance, which has been chosen as a gift for dignitaries overseas, reaches new heights with this renewal. Beyond being a mere writing instrument, it pursues the appearance of a work of art that evokes traditional Japanese celebrations every time it is held.

Elegant Finish with Gold Leaf and Unique Foil Decoration

While lavishly using gold leaf, a unique decoration technique achieves an elegant finish. By sprinkling finely cut gold leaf (kirimawashi) over the entire surface, irregularly overlapping gold leaf expresses a unique depth. No two pens are exactly alike, and their appearance changes with the light, making each one a cherished item for a long time.

Lustrous Colors Infused with the Skill of Maki-e Artisans

Maki-e artisans, the pride of Ishikawa Prefecture, have applied magnificent Maki-e. The intricate designs and the unique Maki-e technique of sprinkling metal powder to create patterns require high concentration and perseverance, representing a sophisticated artisan skill. Delicate gradations are applied to every detail, including clouds, Mount Fuji, and each crane, expressing a magnificent world within a small ballpoint pen.

This ballpoint pen, while華やか (gorgeous), is elegantly finished by skilled artisans. It supports custom engraving, making it recommended as a corporate commemorative gift, a celebration gift for school admission or advancement, or a ballpoint pen for signing documents.

Product Lineup

＜Maki-e Ballpoint Pen: Senbazuru (Thousand Cranes)＞

"Senbazuru" (thousand cranes) embodies wishes for peace, longevity, and the fulfillment of great aspirations. It is highly appreciated as a special gift for promotions, retirements, longevity celebrations, and for cherished individuals. This is the successor to the ballpoint pen chosen for the 2017 Japan-US summit meeting.

＜Maki-e Ballpoint Pen: Fuji (Mount Fuji)＞

Like the saying "Ichifuji, Nitaka, San-nasubi" (First Fuji, Second Hawk, Third Eggplant), the majestic "Fuji" with its broad base has always been considered Japan's ultimate good luck charm. It is perfect as a gift to celebrate business success or a new chapter in life.

＜Maki-e Ballpoint Pen: Akabuji (Red Fuji)＞

"Akabuji," Mount Fuji dyed red, is considered extremely auspicious because it is a rare sight. Since ancient times, it has been revered as a good luck charm that brings the greatest fortune, such as the fulfillment of great aspirations and business prosperity.

＜Maki-e Ballpoint Pen: Shochikubai (Pine, Bamboo, Plum)＞

"Shochikubai" holds the highest meanings: "Pine" (longevity) which does not fade even in extreme cold, "Bamboo" (growth) which grows straight, and "Plum" (hope) which blooms in early spring. It is perfect as a gift for all celebratory occasions in life, such as the start of a new business, promotions, weddings, and 60th birthdays.

Product Details

• Product Name: Maki-e Ballpoint Pen Senbazuru / Fuji / Akabuji / Shochikubai

• Size: W142 × D13 × H10mm

• Price: 11,000 yen each (tax included)

• Release Date: April 1, 2026 (Wednesday)

• Sales: Hakuichi directly managed stores, Hakuichi online store HAKUICHI STYLE