{"product_id":"pilot-80th-anniversary-miyabi-soushi-e-limited-edition-fountain-pen-no-0","title":"Pilot 80th Anniversary Miyabi Soushi-e Limited Edition Fountain Pen | No. 0","description":"\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1998 to commemorate Pilot's 80th anniversary, the Miyabi Soushi-e is a remarkable limited edition fountain pen inspired by the classical literature and courtly culture of Japan's Heian period, bringing together literary art and traditional Maki-e craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite work celebrates two masterpieces of Japanese literature: \u003cem\u003eThe Tale of Genji\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Pillow Book\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cap depicts a scene from “Azumaya,” Chapter 50 of \u003cem\u003eThe Tale of Genji\u003c\/em\u003e, while the barrel portrays the celebrated “Snow on Incense Burner Peak” episode from \u003cem\u003eThe Pillow Book\u003c\/em\u003e. Together, these complementary scenes evoke the elegance and poetry of Heian court life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreated by Kokkokai Maki-e artist Masaru Hayashi, the pen features Togidashi Taka Maki-e, combining delicate gold powder decoration, raised lacquer work, and Raden mother-of-pearl inlays. Against the deep lacquer surface, these techniques create rich layers and a distinctive lustre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted from ebonite, the pen is equipped with a specially engraved 18K gold No.20 nib, reflecting Pilot's expertise in fine fountain pen manufacturing and traditional Japanese lacquer artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally planned as a limited edition of 30 pieces, production was subsequently expanded to a final total of just \u003cstrong\u003e65 examples worldwide\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this an exceptionally rare early Pilot anniversary edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis particular example bears the special serial number No. 0.\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinct from the regular edition numbering, this unusual number adds an individual point of interest for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand new, never used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fountain pen only. No original box or certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNearly three decades after its release, the Miyabi Soushi-e has become an exceptionally rare Pilot anniversary piece. More than a fine writing instrument, it is a collectible work of art that brings together Japanese classical literature, traditional Maki-e artistry, and cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of \u003cem\u003eThe Tale of Genji\u003c\/em\u003e, Japanese lacquer art, and historic Pilot limited editions, this is a remarkable piece worthy of attention.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pilot","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":40996883759233,"sku":null,"price":35000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/2960\/5761\/files\/F0076BC4-CB17-4D8E-858F-5934983C4456.png?v=1792836661","url":"https:\/\/izumipen.com\/products\/pilot-80th-anniversary-miyabi-soushi-e-limited-edition-fountain-pen-no-0","provider":"IZUMIPEN LIMITED","version":"1.0","type":"link"}