4 - NAMIKI fountain pen, Yukari size, Tanuki model. Year 2021. Made using Hira & Togidashi Maki-e techniques, with gold dust. The Tanuki is an animal often found in the form of auspicious figurines at the entrance to shops in Japan. When written in phonetic characters, its name means “to surpass others.” It is considered a symbol of commercial prosperity. It is often characterized by eight attributes, known as the “eight blessings”:

NAMIKI fountain pen, Yukari size, Tanuki model. Year 2021. Made using Hira & Togidashi Maki-e techniques, with gold dust. The Tanuki is an animal often found in the form of auspicious figurines at the entrance to shops in Japan. When written in phonetic characters, its name means “to surpass others.” It is considered a symbol of commercial prosperity. It is often characterized by eight attributes, known as the “eight blessings”: • The straw hat to ward off evil. • The eyes to recognize a client’s potential. • The happy face with the smile that is indispensable in the business world. • The rounded belly that evokes a sense of security. • The sake vial that reminds one to practice moderation in behavior. • The ledger to balance income and expenses. • The thick tail that symbolizes stability. • The bag of gold coins for prosperity. Limited edition of 300 pieces worldwide. Signed by the artisans of the KOKKOKAI group. .