Sailor

Sailor Tea Time Series Pro Gear Slim Fountain Pen – Japanese Tea Ceremony - Nerikiri - Limited Edition

$280.00
$280.00

Sailor Tea Time Series Pro Gear Slim Fountain Pen –  Japanese Tea Ceremony - Nerikiri - Limited Edition

The Sailor Tea Time Series celebrates tea traditions from around the world, and its fifth installment pays homage to Japan’s graceful "Cha-no-yu", the Japanese tea ceremony. This limited-edition collection captures the serenity, harmony, and refined artistry of this centuries-old ritual.

This Nerikiri pen draws inspiration from the delicate confections served alongside tea. Nerikiri are traditional Japanese sweets made by heating a mixture of Shiro-an (white bean paste) and Gyuhi (soft mochi) to create a smooth, moldable dough. These sweets are then shaped into intricate seasonal motifs—flowers, leaves, or symbols of nature—that reflect the beauty of the moment and embody the spirit of hospitality.

In a tea ceremony, sweets like Nerikiri are not merely treats but an essential element that enhances the flavor of the tea, carefully chosen to match the season and mood of the gathering. As Omogashi—the highest form of tea ceremony confectionery—they are considered a gesture of respect and care, perfectly paired with the rich, thick Koicha.

The pen’s translucent beige cap and soft violet body evoke the gentle hues of these confections, while gold-plated trim adds a refined finish. The result is a writing instrument that mirrors the elegance and artistry of Nerikiri—a delicate balance of beauty, craftsmanship, and cultural grace.

Sailor was founded in 1911. The founder Kyugoro Sakata was given a fountain pen by a friend returning from the UK after studying at the Royal Navy. He was inspired and determined to start making fountain pens in Japan. Sailor became the first fountain pen company in Japan, and earned many more firsts in Japan -- first ballpoint pen in 1948, first ink cartridge in 1954 and first brush pen in 1972, etc.

In the 1970's, Sailor made a popular beginner fountain pen, "Candy," that sold more than 15 million within a few years. However, the number of the fountain pen users were declining as ballpoint pens became more mainstream.

In 1981, Sailor decided to go in the opposite direction from their "Candy" pen and began focusing on producing a higher standard series, which is the 1911 series we see today. Their focus on making a higher standard provides a great foundation for their later series of pens. Today, Sailor makes one of the most diverse lines of nibs, some of which are designed for specific writing purposes such as writing musical notes to one that is best for character writing.

The 1911 offers a great balance and a smooth writing experience. The pen writes with a slight but satisfying feedback and it fits perfectly in the hand.

 

 


Lengths:

  • Capped: 13.9cm
  • Pen only: 12.4cm
  • Posted: 16.6cm

Diameters:

  • Cap: 1.8cm
  • Barrel: 1.5cm
  • Section: 1.2-1.3cm

Weights with cap: 34g
Weights without cap: 22g