2018 March Tokyo Trip Report

[GardenWeasel]

I very much enjoyed reading your report. Thank you!

[Maurizio]

Thanks for sharing this report.

 

Especially enjoyed learning about the Kakimori shop and possibility of getting a custom notebook. Really whetted my appetite for a visit to Japan.

[de_pen_dent]

I am visiting Japan in a couple of weeks, so this trip report came very handy. Thank you.

 

I dont have a lot of time to browse pens shops, so wanted to pick your brain a little: if there were 1-2 shops that you would recommend for pens in the $500-1000 range, what would those be?

[koofle]

I forgot: Congratulations on the new acquisitions Koofle. Hope you enjoyed the pen fair(s).

I did! And the food and friends as well.

 

A fantastic journey of places, pens, and the presentation of writing implements as a part of Japanese culture!

Glad you enjoyed reading!

 

Thank you so much for sharing! I can't wait until I'm able to travel to Japan!

Always worth a visit.

 

Thank you for sharing!!!

 

Love the Bungubox 8 pen box! May I ask you how much?

Currently sold out, as seen here. But the owner may consider restocking.

[koofle]

I very much enjoyed reading your report. Thank you!

Glad to have brought you some entertainment!

 

Thanks for sharing this report.

 

Especially enjoyed learning about the Kakimori shop and possibility of getting a custom notebook. Really whetted my appetite for a visit to Japan.

Yes, it's pretty cool being able to make your own notebook. I was tempted, but my pile of paper at home said otherwise.

 

I am visiting Japan in a couple of weeks, so this trip report came very handy. Thank you.

 

I dont have a lot of time to browse pens shops, so wanted to pick your brain a little: if there were 1-2 shops that you would recommend for pens in the $500-1000 range, what would those be?

Tokyo? Itoya, Maruzen, Kingdom-note. All three have a great selection of pens from which you can browse, test and buy.

[stan]

I've been tempted to purchase pens with tortoise shell and ivory barrels during several trips to Japan. Not only pens but other artifacts like combs, pipes, and boxes. There is the legality that makes resale difficult. More importantly, is the moral issue. Do I need something from a truly endangered species? The answer is no. It is not necessary for any reason other than vanity.

[oldrifleman]

I agree about the 8 pen box! I would love to get my hands on one!

[rudyhou]

you making me miss tokyo now. there are so many pen shops i have yet to visit there. i have only been to Itoya and Maruzen. would love to check out more pen shops there.

[de_pen_dent]

Tokyo? Itoya, Maruzen, Kingdom-note. All three have a great selection of pens from which you can browse, test and buy.

 

 

Thank you again... less than 2 weeks to go, am looking forward to it.

[RoyalBlueNotebooks]

One gorgeous pen after another and the inks are just stunning, the Nihonbashi green especially. Thanks for sharing!

[Tinjapan]

How is it that I just now found your thread? Have no idea, but found it I have. Great looking pens there! I envy you the Mitsukoshi ink. Still trying to get caught up after my trip, which caused me to miss these pen shows, and getting ready for new jobs starting in a couple of weeks, but need to get back in touch.

 

Looks like you had a fruitful trip.

 

Later,

 

T