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Sailor Yubi Maki-E Fuji Red GT Multi Functional Pen 16-0352-230
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Sailor Yubi Maki-E Fuji Red GT Multi Functional Pen 16-0352-230
Sailor Yubi Maki?E Fuji Blue GT Multi Functional Pen (16?0352?240)
Celebrate the harmony of Japanese tradition and everyday utility with the Sailor Yubi Maki?E Fuji Blue GT Multi Functional Pen. This writing instrument is not just a pen—it’s a wearable artwork, a symbol of culture, and a reliable tool for writing, sketching, annotating.
Design & Aesthetics
At the heart of this pen’s appeal is its depiction of Mount Fuji, rendered in delicate maki?e artistry over a rich fuji blue ground. The body’s blue lacquer provides a luminous canvas, evoking the sky at dawn or twilight seen from Fuji’s slopes. Over that, fine metallic powders (gold, silver) are hand?applied atop a printed base to highlight the contours, reflective glimmers, and visual depth of the scene.
Gold?plated trim (GT) complements the design, accenting the cap, clip, and rings with warm tones that resonate elegantly against the cool blue lacquer.
Functionality & Mechanics
This is a multi functional pen — a versatile instrument combining two ballpoint pens (black + red) and a mechanical pencil (0.5?mm) all in one slender body.
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Ballpoint tips: 0.7?mm oil?based ballpoint (black & red)
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Mechanical pencil: 0.5?mm HB lead
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Mechanism: Rotating or twist action to select function, and a rotary knock style for the pencil portion.
Thus, one instrument elegantly handles writing in two colors plus drafting or note?taking with precision.
Build, Dimensions & Materials
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Body material: Lightweight aluminum with printed maki?e finish and hand?applied metallic accents.
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Trim / Accents: Gold?plated metal components (clip, rings).
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Dimensions: Approx. 14.5?mm diameter × 142.5?mm length (including clip)
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Weight: ~?21.6?g
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Packaging: Comes in an elegant Sailor gift box, with warranty/support documentation.
The Philosophy Behind “Yubi Maki?E”
“Yubi Maki?E” is Sailor’s approach to making the beauty of maki?e more accessible. Rather than full hand?applied urushi lacquer, these pens use modern printing for the base pattern, followed by selective hand?application of metallic powders in key areas to evoke the depth, shimmer, and nuance of traditional maki?e.
This hybrid method allows for consistent production, durability, and relative affordability while still preserving artistic character.
Symbolism & Emotional Appeal
Mount Fuji is an enduring symbol in Japanese culture—representing beauty, endurance, spirituality, and harmony between nature and human aspiration. Choosing a pen that bears Fuji’s image aligns the user with those values: calm, strength, and a sense of place. The blue tone speaks of serenity and depth, while the gold details suggest value, elegance, and tradition.
Ideal For & Use Cases
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Daily writing with flair: Ideal for professionals, students, creatives who want a reliable pen that also delights aesthetically.
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Travel, meetings, studies: Because it consolidates multiple functions (black, red, pencil), it is a compact all-in?one tool.
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Collectors & gift recipients: As a decorative pen with meaningful design, it shines as a special gift or addition to a pen collection.
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Cultural / artistic aficionados: Anyone who values Japanese craftsmanship, refined detail, or the symbolism of Fuji will find resonance here.
Care & Maintenance Tips
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Wipe with a soft, lint?free cloth. Avoid abrasive or alcohol?based cleaners, which may damage the decorative surface.
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Store in a pen case or pouch to protect against scratches or abrasion.
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Use only compatible refills (Sailor’s or recommended proprietary types) to ensure smooth mechanism function.
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Be gentle with the twist / rotate features — avoid forcing them.
Product Information
The Sailor Yubi Maki?E Fuji Red GT Multi Functional Pen (16?0352?230) stands as a harmonious fusion of artistry and utility. It is a pen that wears the majestic image of Mount Fuji in red, while holding within it multi?functional mechanisms: two ballpoint inks (black + red) and a fine mechanical pencil. With its gold trim and thoughtful decoration, it speaks to both the aesthete and the practical writer.
Design & Aesthetic Essence
The Fuji Red variant evokes the fiery blush of dawn or sunset illuminating Japan’s most iconic peak. The red body (aluminum) provides an energetic yet elegant canvas. Over this surface, the Yubi Maki?E technique is used: the base motif (Fuji, possibly clouds, blossoms, or stylized waves) is printed first, and then gold and silver powders are selectively sprinkled by hand in key areas. The result is a dynamic interplay of print and metallic luster: the red background, dark outlines, and shimmering accents come together like a lacquer painting in miniature.
The GT (Gold Trim) elements—clip, rings, push or rotating caps—frame the scene in warm metal, enhancing the red and giving the pen a refined, regal air. The contrast between the bold red and the gold accents gives the pen a strong presence, yet it remains tasteful, never flashy.
When you hold it, the design flows around your fingers: the artwork wraps the barrel and cap seamlessly, creating a cohesive, immersive visual experience.
Functional Design & Mechanism
This isn’t just an art object—it is a multi?functional pen built for real work. Inside its decorative shell you will find:
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Black ballpoint pen (0.7 mm, oil?based)
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Red ballpoint pen (0.7 mm)
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0.5 mm mechanical pencil (HB lead)
Switching between functions is intuitive: the ballpoints are typically controlled via a rotary / twist mechanism (or a slide / dial depending on model), while the mechanical pencil is engaged through a knock / push?advance mechanism. This means one instrument can serve for writing, annotating, sketching, and editing.
From the Discovery Japan listing of the related Fuji Red multi pen:
“Mechanical pencil / rotating knock type. Ballpoint pen / rotating type 2 colors. The base of the design is printed, and gold powder, silver powder, etc. are sprinkled by hand on the key points one by one.”
Thus, the pen’s decorative technique is matched with well-engineered mechanics.
Physical Specs & Build
From the Makoba listing:
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Trim: Gold plated
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Cap & Barrel: Aluminum body with decorative Maki?E finish
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Diameter: ~ 14 mm
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Total Length: ~ 142 mm
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Weight: ~ 21 g (unfilled)
From the Makoba “Red GT Multi” listing:
“Lightweight aluminum body decorative with Maki?e finish; Gold?Plated Trim; Multi Functional pen that combines black, red ballpoint pens & 0.5 MM mechanical pencil in a single body.”
These numbers align with the typical Yubi multi?pen class (many share dimension / weight ranges).
Mood, Use & Emotional Tone
Writing with this pen feels like carrying a sunrise on your desk. The red Fuji motif evokes dawn breaking over snow?capped slopes; the gold flecks sparkle like sunbeams catching mist. It is a pen for the thoughtful writer, the moderate dreamer.
You can use it in business meetings as much as in private journaling; the red gives personality, but the gold trim and dark motifs preserve sophistication. Because it’s a multi?pen, it’s extremely practical: you rarely need to switch instruments when switching tasks.
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