Traditional patterns and craftsmanship skills intertwined to create a beautiful and practical pen case
The "Pattern of Happiness" series is an original design born from the traditional Japanese patterns imbued with the meaning of "wishing for happiness," created together with a textile designer.
One of the patterns, the silver ginkgo leaf, carries the meaning of "blessing" and "calling good fortune."
We designed it as a modern style that dyes the good motif of the ginkgo leaf with a contemporary lifestyle.
✔ Meticulous craftsmanship: Each piece is carefully crafted at a Kyoto specialty box workshop.
✔ Modern traditional patterns: Enjoy selecting from six types of patterns in two colors.
✔ Practical and versatile: Active use as a pen case, glasses case, or small item holder.
✔ Also perfect as a high-quality gift: The "Pattern of Happiness" conveys special thoughts.
A pen case that neatly stores necessary items and is easy to carry
The pen case has a size just right to store various writing instruments such as fountain pens, ballpoint pens, and pencils.
If it’s a ballpoint pen, about five can be stored, and it can securely hold regular and thick pens.
Not only for pen cases and pen storage, but also for glasses cases, accessory cases, mobile phone pouches, and emergency kit pouches, its multifunctional use is attractive.
With a solid box structure that protects the contents, it can be used for a long time with love. It’s an item that will become your daily companion.
A design that is “beautifully usable” inside and out
Careful attention to beauty when opened, using silver ginkgo leaf patterned hand-dyed Japanese paper on the inside bottom surface. The color scheme balanced with the exterior pattern gives a clean impression.
Simple, location-free paper is used on the bottom surface.
While emphasizing the beauty of the paper, it also creates a fallen yet atmospheric feeling, allowing you to enjoy different expressions between the front and back.
The smooth opening with delicate craftsmanship lets you feel the care every time you use it.
Craftsmanship skills that stand out with the charm of hand-dyed paper
The hand-dyed Japanese paper used in this pen case is carefully handcrafted one by one by skilled artisans at a specialty workshop in Kyoto.
The deep colors and unique textures created by traditional techniques are captivating.
Looking closely at the paper, you can feel the subtle layering of colors unique to hand-dyeing.
Subtle gradations and nuanced textures brought about by handcrafting express a unique beauty like no other.
Each edition is carefully dyed and finished, creating depth and warmth that cannot be expressed by simple printing.
The hand-dyed Japanese paper with printed patterns is carefully handcrafted one by one by box artisans in Kyoto. The subtle variations in expression bring out a special feeling unique to you.
We invite you to experience the charm of this texture and warmth born from the artisans’ craftsmanship.
Wishes and prayers incorporated into the silver ginkgo leaf pattern
The silver ginkgo leaf, blessing and calling good fortune
Speaking of autumn street trees, it’s the ginkgo tree of Ichou. The fan-shaped leaves dyed yellow resemble golden coins scattered on the road. It’s a landscape that looks like a painting come to life.
This splendid Ichou is very vital, with some trees living over 1,000 years. The life force is said to be sacred, and it is often regarded as a sacred tree at temples and shrines.
People have long wished for longevity from its strong life force, fortune from the broad leaves, and wealth from the golden-colored leaves, making many wishes upon the Ichou’s appearance.
The colors are a warm yellow tone,
and a chic gray tone in two colors. While the colors are subdued, each has personality and is optimal as a colorful item to brighten up your desk.
※ Because large sheets are cut to make these, there are individual differences in the paper placement. Please understand this in advance.
Lineup of the "Pattern of Happiness" series
In the "Pattern of Happiness" series by Fuwa Market, we offer designs that modernize six types of traditional patterns.
・ Ginbō pattern (a silver flame, calling for good fortune)
・ Ichimatsu pattern (a checkered pattern, traditional beauty)
・ Ume pattern (plum blossoms symbolizing health and disaster prevention)
・ Seikaibo pattern (infinite waves symbolizing abundance)
・ Nanten pattern (Nandina for warding off evil)
・ Matsu pattern (pine trees symbolizing longevity)
Please choose your favorite pattern and color your desk area beautifully.
"Craftsmanship × Traditional Patterns" masterpieces are also perfect as gifts
The "Pattern of Happiness" series features special designs that incorporate wishes held by traditional Japanese patterns. They are exquisite works that are loved as presents for important people and convey the spirit of harmony.
・ As birthday presents for friends and family
・ For new life celebrations such as school entrance, advancement, and employment
・ As gifts for Mother's Day to express gratitude
・ As returns for white day
・ As souvenirs for people overseas
・ As celebratory items invoking good fortune for occasions such as Respect for the Aged Day, longevity celebrations, retirement celebrations, and memorial days
Why not choose your favorite design and bring the colors of harmony into your daily life?
【Product Details】
・ Size (approx.): Width 19cm (7.48in) × Depth 6cm (2.36in) × Height 4cm (1.57in)
・ Weight (approx.): 80g
・ Materials: Hand-dyed Japanese paper, paper (undyed)
・ Made in Japan (Kyoto)
【Please Note】
The Japanese paper used in this product is all hand-dyed one by one by artisans in Kyoto. Therefore, slight white spots or subtle color variations may be visible.
These are characteristics of handcrafted work, so please understand this before purchasing.
Connections with the local community and society are also important
All products by Fuwa Market are carefully handcrafted by Kyoto artisans who have inherited traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Moreover, some light tasks such as packaging and tagging are carried out in cooperation with the related company's employment support facility "tomoni."
This collaboration was born from the experiences of the representative of Fuwa Market and the Nishida family.
By participating at the production site, we aim to create work within a scope that connects users with confidence and joy, and we return fair compensation (wages) accordingly.
Fuwa Market values the collaboration of "the skills of artisans and the hands of related people coming together to form products."
We cherish such partnerships.
