Danitrio Tsuru-no Ongaeshi Grateful Crane Maki-E on Genkai Fountain Pen

✓ 100% Genuine Urushi

✓ Contains the Maki-E Red Seal (Highest Quality of Maki-E Art)

✓ Hand-painted by highly-trained Japanese Artisans

This pen draws its inspiration from the cherished Japanese folktale Tsuru no Ongaeshi. This timeless story begins with a man rescuing a wounded white crane shot by hunters. In gratitude, the crane transforms into a woman who becomes his wife, blessing him with magical gifts and prosperity. However, when her true identity is discovered, she must leave forever, leaving behind a poignant reminder of selfless gratitude. 

The pen’s cap features an exquisite depiction of the red-crowned crane, symbolizing health and longevity in Japanese culture. Its gracefully curved neck and flowing feathers are accented with raden, while the striking red urushi crown highlights its elegance. The design evokes the serene image of the crane wife taking flight into the night sky, her delicate feathers floating in the wind. A tribute to the grace and resilience of one of the world’s rarest cranes, this pen’s artistry embodies peace, beauty, and the enduring power of compassion.

About Danitrio Genkai Series:

The owner of Danitrio had called this series of pens "Genkai", meaning "limit" in Japanese. The intent was that this would be the largest pen series of Danitrio and no other pen would be larger than it. Little did he know that later on he would develop a series with an even larger pen called the Yokozuna.

 Nib Details:

This pen is furnished with an 18k Gold, two-toned #8 nib. 

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 Technical Specification:

 About the Artisan:

This pen was hand-painted by Mayumi Kumano (Mayumi). Born in 1965. She is an established maki-e artisan who learned maki-e from her father, Sadahisa Kumanoin Wajima. Many of her maki-e works have been accepted and rewarded at national art exhibitions.