The Ishime is a hand lacquered fountain pen in fine, medium and broad with a 14kt gold nib. The word “Ishime” is roughly translated to “stone path” which is represented on the cap and barrel as the design is hand drawn into the wet lacquer. The Maki-e technique is called “Kawari-nuri meaning “unique painting” which is applied to a brass barrel and in four colors which are black, navy, burgundy and hunter green.