Pilot Namiki Yukari Daikoku-ten 2019 Limited Edition Maki-e 100th Anniversary

The Pilot Namiki Yukari Daikoku-ten belongs to the Seven Gods of Good Fortune Collection created by Pilot for its 100th anniversary. In Japanese tradition Daikoku-ten combines the Buddhist Mahesvara with the Shinto god Okuninushi. Historically he was associated with the earth, agriculture, food and wealth. Today he is revered as a god of riches, prosperity and better fortune.

On the fountain pen Daikoku-ten sits on a straw rice bale, carries his large bag and holds the traditional magic mallet. A mouse, regarded as his emissary and also linked with abundant descendants, accompanies him. The motif was executed by Kokkokai artist Mamoru.

The individually released edition appeared in 2019 and was limited to 150 fountain pens worldwide. It is distinct from the complete Seven Gods anniversary set, of which only 25 sets were made. The brass body is finished with Urushi lacquer and Togidashi Taka Maki-e. The size 10 nib is made of 18 karat gold and carries the anniversary design. The original presentation includes an exclusive wooden box, a 50 ml bottle of limited Daikoku-ten ink, an Inden leather case, six black cartridges, documentation, artist card, polishing cloth and serial number plate.