Namiki Yukari Royale

About  Namiki Yukari Royale

The Sovereign of Script: Namiki Yukari Royale

The Yukari Royale is a testament to the "Kokkokai" group of artisans—a legendary collective of maki-e masters. Each pen is a labor of months, requiring dozens of layers of lacquer and meticulous hand-polishing to achieve a depth of color that feels almost liquid to the touch.

Core Identity

  • Brand: Namiki (Pilot)

  • Collection: Yukari Royale

  • Product Type: Fountain Pen

  • Filling Mechanism: High-capacity CON-70 Converter or Pilot/Namiki Cartridges

  • Signature Feature: The No. 20 18kt Gold Nib—an oversized, two-tone masterpiece that provides a smooth, "buttery" writing experience comparable to the flagship Namiki Emperor.

Notable Variants

These variants showcase the transition from pure, minimalist Urushi to the intricate "Burnished-Raised" Maki-e techniques. Explore these treasures at Pen Boutique:

1. Yukari Royale Urushi Black

The quintessential expression of the Roiro-Urushi technique. This pen is finished in a deep, obsidian black that is achieved through repeated coats of non-oil lacquer and charcoal polishing.

2. Yukari Royale Urushi Vermilion

A vibrant, traditional red that has symbolized protection and prosperity in Japanese culture for centuries. The vermilion lacquer has a unique "soft" tactile feel, warming to the hand during use.

3. Yukari Royale Night Scene of Pavilion

A breathtaking example of Togidashi-Taka Maki-e. This variant uses burnished-raised techniques to depict a serene architectural scene, utilizing gold dust and raden (abalone shell) to create a glowing nocturnal landscape.

A Legacy in Your Hand

Every Yukari Royale is crafted from ebonite—a hard rubber material that is lighter than metal but offers a more "organic" feel. Because each pen is hand-lacquered by an individual artist, no two pens are identical; they are unique works of art warrantied for a lifetime.

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