Tanuki Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition Fountain Pens

Spring 2021 brings the release of Pilot's Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition fountain pen. Tanuki, a Japanese Raccoon Dog, is a cultural talisman bringing prosperity and good luck. Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition fountain pens feature a beautiful Tanuki themed maki-e design on a classic pen silhouette. Namiki Tanuki fountain pens are fitted with a #10 18 karat gold nib and feature rhodium accents.

The legendary Tanuki creatures feature heavily in Japanese folklore and serve as a talisman; particularly for business owners because they welcome prosperity with the 8 essential attributes or blessings seen in their traditional design.

All 8 essential attributes or 8 blessings of the Tanuki are incorporated into the design of the Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition fountain pen:

1. The straw hat protects against hard times.
2. The striking moon eyes symbolize attentiveness to customers.
3. The happy face represents a joyful life and friendly customer service.
4. The round belly symbolizes calm and thoughtful decisions.
5. The flask of sake represents virtue.
6. The account ledger indicates confidence and conviction.
7. The impressive tail is a symbol of balance and strength.
8. The large scrotum brings financial luck.

Limited Edition Namiki fountain pens are released annually, and always made in a limited quantity. The Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition fountain pen released in Spring 2021 is limited to only 300 pieces worldwide (only 69 of these will be available in the United States). Each Namiki Tanuki fountain pen is engraved with the Namiki number and artisan signature.

6 black ink cartridges are included with the pen along with a CON-70 ink converter. Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition fountain pens are elegantly presented in box with a signature card and instruction card.

Please allow several extra days for shipping of this pen.



Product Specifications
Capped Length: 5.9 in.(149.9mm)
Posted Length: 6.9 in.(175.3mm)
Length of Body: 5.3 in.(134.6mm)
Length of Cap: 2.8 in.(71.1mm)
Diameter of Body: 0.6 in.(15.2mm)
Diameter of Cap: 0.6 in.(15.2mm)
Diameter of Grip: 0.4 in.(10.2mm)
Weight: 1.7 oz.(48.19g)

Body Material: Metal
Section Material: Resin
Nib Material: Gold

Fill Mechanism: Cartridge/Converter
Cartridge Type: Proprietary
Cap Type: Threaded
Postable: Yes
Demonstrator: No


Available Sizes & Colors
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Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition Fountain Pens

• Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition Fountain Pens - Tanuki - Medium (Gold nib) *

The Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition Fountain Pens usually ships within 1-3 business day unless otherwise specified or marked as special order.

* Special orders typically ship in 7-14 business days. However, occasionally due to manufacturer inventory, items can take up to 1-3 months. For a specific shipping estimate on your special order contact Customer Care.


Guaranteed Quality
Each Pilot Namiki Tanuki Limited Edition Fountain Pens we sell is guaranteed to be genuine, authentic and will arrive brand new & unused!