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Pensinasia - Fine Writing Instruments
Pensinasia is a collection of more than a decade of pens, fine writing instruments, and limited edition collectables. Over the past years, I have painstakingly detailed and photographed each pen I have owned, recording down every minute detail within this website. If you are a pen lover like me, you will find Pensinasia to be your definite source of knowledge to fountain pens.

IKKAKU by Nahvalur Ye-Yu Urushi Fountain Pen

IKKAKU by Nahvalur Ye-Yu (夜羽) Urushi Raden Fountain Pen

Marks the beginning of Nahvalur's prestigious IKKAKU collection, where traditional Japanese craftsmanship meets contemporary fountain pen design. Named Ye-Yu (夜羽), meaning Nightly Feathers, the pen draws inspiration from the graceful silhouette of a nightingale, capturing the quiet elegance and mystery of feathers illuminated beneath the evening sky.

Each Ye-Yu is meticulously handcrafted using multiple layers of natural black urushi lacquer, creating a finish of remarkable depth and richness. Delicately inlaid raden (mother-of-pearl) shimmers across the surface, forming feather-like patterns that reveal vibrant flashes of blue, green, and violet as they catch the light. The interplay between the deep black lacquer and luminous raden evokes the beauty of moonlight dancing across the wings of a bird in flight.

Elegant gold-plated appointments perfectly complement the luxurious finish, while the in-house 14K gold nib delivers a smooth, refined writing experience with excellent balance and responsiveness. Built upon Nahvalur's comfortable Nautilus-inspired profile, the Ye-Yu combines exceptional craftsmanship with everyday usability.

Presented in a premium wooden collector's box, the IKKAKU Ye-Yu is more than a writing instrument, it is a celebration of Japanese lacquer artistry, timeless elegance, and the enduring beauty of handcrafted design.

 

IKKAKU by Nahvalur Ye-Yu Urushi Raden Fountain Pen Specifications:

  • Edition: 2023 Limited Edition
  • Pen Material: Black urushi with inlaid raden decoration
  • Trims and Clip: Gold Trim
  • Nib: No. 6 size 14K Gold Nib available in F or M point sizes, plastic feed
  • Filling System: Cartridge/Converter (included); can be converted to eyedropper
  • Pen Length, Closed: 5.9 in. / 150mm
  • Pen Length, Open (Cap Off): 5.24 in. / 133mm
  • Pen Length, Open (Cap Posted): Cannot be posted
  • Pen Barrel Diameter: 0.51 in. / 13mm
  • Pen Grip Section Diameter: 0.39 in. - 0.45 in. / 10mm - 11.5mm
  • Pen Weight: 1.3 oz. / 36.85g
  • Packaged in a wooden Ikkaku gift box with warranty card


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