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Appropriately enough, the Naka-ai occupies a midway position between Nakaya's smaller Piccolo series pens and the longer desk pen - this is a pen that will be a very comfortable fit for most pen users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cigar version in Aka-tamenuri has already proven to be one of the most popular - the tapered shape of the Naka-ai seems to show off rich Aka-tamenuri finish as no other pen model can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a pen that will be a very comfortable fit for most users. Each Naka-ai is made of hand-turned ebonite hard rubber, then sent to the Wajima region in western Japan for finishing with urushi lacquers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs time progresses the bright red underlayers of the Aka-tamenuri finish will become even more prominent. The color has already begun to break through at the point where the cap meets the barrel as well as around the softly peaked end cap.\n\u003cbr\u003eNakaya pens ship in a solid softwood shipping box decorated with Japanese Kanji script and lined with decorative rice paper. A fabric pen \"\"kimono\"\" and starter box of Platinum brand cartridges are also included, making this pen a lovely presentation item. Sensible and elegant packaging has long been a hallmark of the Nakaya brand.\n\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003eNakaya pens can be filled with bottled fountain pen ink using the provided converter and can also use Platinum brand top quality ink cartridges. 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Is it the tapered contours of the Naka-ai which show off the color, or the distinctive Araishu finish which highlights the shape of the pen? Each pen lover can make her or his own decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Araishu fountain pen is handcrafted from ebonite and Urushi lacquer, and comes with solid gold 14k single-tone nib in your choice of tipping size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe double slit Music nib is available at an added premium, as are plated nibs in Pink Gold, Rhodium, Ruthenium, or Two-Tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Nakaya master pen designer Shinichi Yoshida in collaboration with Classic Fountain Pen's John Mottishaw, the Naka-ai, with its peaked ends and tapered body, combines many of Nakaya’s most distinctive design features in a single model. \"\"Naka-ai\"\" has the meaning of middle or in-between, and brings to mind the Middle Way of Buddhist practice with its emphasis on balance, integrity, and centeredness. Appropriately enough, the Naka-ai occupies a midway position between Nakaya's smaller Piccolo series pens and the longer Deskpen - this is a pen that will be a very comfortable fit for most pen users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a pen that will be a very comfortable fit for most pen users. Like all Nakaya Urushi pens, the Naka-ai Cigar Araishu is made of hand-turned ebonite hard rubber, then sent to the Wajima region in western Japan for finishing with Urushi lacquer. As Urushi is a natural substance, slight variations from batch to batch are to be expected - no two pens will ever be exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakaya Naka-ai can be filled with bottled fountain pen ink using the provided converter. Nakaya pens can also use Platinum brand ink cartridges. Hand-painted Maki-e converters are also available - the Maki-e Goldfish converter, in particular, would be a highly appropriate accessory for this pen.\n\u003cbr\u003eNakaya 14k nibs are well-suited to customizations including Stub, Cursive Italic, and Left Oblique, as well as the modification for added flex.\n\u003cbr\u003eNakaya pens ship in a solid softwood shipping box decorated with Japanese Kanji script and lined with decorative rice paper. A fabric pen \"\"kimono\"\" and starter box of Platinum brand cartridges are also included, making this pen a lovely presentation item. Sensible and elegant packaging has long been a hallmark of the Nakaya brand.\n\u003cbr\u003eNakaya pens are individually handcrafted in a process that requires a minimum of three to six months and often much longer. 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The nature of the Tame-Sukashi technique is such that the longer the pen is used, the more the motif \"\"ascends\"\", becoming more and more evident. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Tame-Sukashi technique, layers of clear, smooth Urushi lacquer are applied over a painted motif - it is similar to Tame-Nuri technique, in which lacquer is applied over a solid color. The underlying motif in Tame-Sukashi will become more promiment over time as the Urushi lacquer ages and becomes more transparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e''Seiryu'' is one of four gods and protects the east direction. \"\"Seiryu\"\" means the ''Blue Dragon'' in Chinese.  A flaming pearl  is depicted on the gripping section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNakaya pens can be filled with bottled fountain pen ink using the provided converter. They can also use Platinum brand ink cartridges. Hand-painted Maki-e converters are also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Blue Dragon is provided with solid gold 14k single-tone nib in your choice of tipping size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe double slit Music nib is available at an added premium, as are plated nibs in Pink Gold, Rhodium, Ruthenium, or Two-Tone.\n\u003cbr\u003e14k nibs are well-suited to customizations including Stub, Cursive Italic, and Left Oblique, as well as the modification for added flex.\n\u003cbr\u003eNakaya pens ship in a solid softwood shipping box decorated with Japanese Kanji script and lined with decorative rice paper. A fabric pen \"\"kimono\"\" and starter box of Platinum brand cartridges are also included, making this pen a lovely presentation item. 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The Nakaya Naka-ai is only available through us here at nibs.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakaya Naka-ai model, designed by nibs.com founder John Mottishaw in collaboration with Nakaya master designer Shinichi Yoshida, is considered by many to be the epitome of Nakaya style - with it's tapered design and superb balance, it has become a favorite with Nakaya users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen is provided with your choice of Nakaya 14k solid gold nib, which can also serve as an excellent starting point for many of our exclusive nib customizations. Each pen purchase includes a softwood presentation box which includes a fabric pen kimono and starter pack of Platinum brand ink cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany customers ask about the meaning of the kanji characters on the pen. The translation of 封印 is \"\"sealed\"\". 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Because this pen does not have a clip, the unique urushi finish saturates the pen from tip to tail. Both Parker rollerball-style gel refills and Parker QuinkFlow oil-based ballpoint-style refills are available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43700965310759,"sku":"","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/0486\/9168\/files\/NakayaNaka-aiCigarBallpenAka-tamenuriGold.jpg?v=1717800300"},{"product_id":"nakaya-naka-ai-cigar-ballpen-heki-tamenuri-gold","title":"Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Ballpen Heki-tamenuri Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Naka-ai, with its peaked ends and tapered body, combines many of Nakaya’s most distinctive design features in a single model.This version combines the beauty of the Naka-ai with the ease and versatility of a ballpen. 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A gold nosecone adds warmth to the tamenuri finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43700966031655,"sku":"","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/0486\/9168\/files\/NakayaNaka-aiCigarBallpenKuro-tamenuriGold.jpg?v=1717800966"},{"product_id":"nakaya-naka-ai-cigar-ballpen-matte-black-chrome","title":"Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Ballpen Matte Black Chrome","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distinctive matte black finish adds an element of soft, subtle sheen to the Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Ballpen. This version combines the beauty of the Naka-ai with the ease and versatility of a ballpen. 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We are the sole authorized Nakaya dealer in the English speaking world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe versatility of traditional Maki-e techinque is showcased on this pen, with its meticulously stylized representation of bamboo stalks. The complex root structure of bamboo has led to it being viewed as a symbol of strength and prosperity, and also as indicative of innocence and purity. Whatever the meaning, it is a frequent used symbol in Japanese art, both traditional and contemporary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Naka-ai utilizes Nakaya's convenient cartridge-converter system - the pen can be filled with any bottled fountain pen ink with fitted with the provided reusable converter, and can also use Platinum brand disposable ink cartridges. A softwood presentation box with kanji-style script and farbic pen kimono are also included, along with a starter box of ink cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43700966719783,"sku":"","price":1248.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/0486\/9168\/files\/NakayaNaka-aiCigarBambooBySilverPowder.jpg?v=1717801120"},{"product_id":"nakaya-naka-ai-cigar-blue-owl","title":"Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Blue Owl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Blue Owl fountain pen is realized in deep blue Ao-tamenuri finish and lyrical tame-sukashi technique. The owl motif will be almost invisible when the pen is initially produced, but will become brighter and more promiment in time as the outer layer of urushi matures and clarifies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur complimentary nib tuning adjusts optimum pressure and ink flow to your own personal preferences. Our exclusive nib customizations can add to the character and distinctiveness of your writing, and can also make this pen a valuable tool for the professional or amateur calligrapher - choose the Fine Soft nib for our noted Spencerian modification, or a Broad or Extra Broad for best results with our popular Architects Point customization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach Nakaya pen is hand-turned at the Nakaya workshop in Tokyo from natural ebonite hard rubber which is sustainably harvested from the wild rubber gum tree. Hand-finishing in natural urushi lacquer, itself refined from sap of the Japanese lacquer tree, is then accomplished by skilled artisans in the traditional craft center of Wajima on the west coast of Japan. After final assembly and inspection in Tokyo, the pen arrives at our Los Angeles workshop for nib setting, tuning, and customizations if requested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNakaya pens can fill using any standard fountain pen ink when fitted with the easy to use converter, provided by us free of charge with your purchase. Consult our bottled ink offerings for a wide variety of inks we can recommend. The pen can also fill using convenient disposable Platinum brand ink cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach Nakaya pen ships in a special paulownia softwood presentation box decorated with kanji-style script. A fabric pen kimono and starter pack of Platinum ink cartridges are included along with the converter. 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The natural substances used give this pen a warm, comfortable feeling in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakaya pens can be filled with bottled fountain pen ink using the provided converter and can also use Platinum brand ink cartridges. Hand-painted Maki-e converters are also available. We recommend Platinum Carbon Black ink as a particularly appropriate complement to this finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike Nakaya's Urushi finish, the Sumiko finish is matte and quite soft to the touch. The softly peaked end caps of the Naka-ai showcase the textured Sumiko surface. \u003cbr\u003eThough the whole range of Nakaya nibs is made available, the sleek ruthenium-plated nib makes an excellent counterpart to this dark, sleek writing instrument. \u003cbr\u003eThese 14k nibs are well-suited to customizations including Stub, Cursive Italic, and Left Oblique, as well as the modification for added flex. \u003cbr\u003eNakaya pens ship in a solid softwood shipping box decorated with Japanese Kanji script and lined with decorative rice paper. A fabric pen \"\"kimono\"\" and starter box of Platinum brand cartridges are also included, making this pen a lovely presentation item. Sensible and elegant packaging has long been a hallmark of the Nakaya brand. \u003cbr\u003eNakaya pens are individually handcrafted in a process that requires a minimum of three to six months and often much longer. \u003cbr\u003eUnless requested otherwise, each pen or nib you purchase from us will be carefully examined, tested, and optimized for your personal writing characteristics before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43701008859431,"sku":"","price":1095.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/0486\/9168\/files\/NakayaNaka-aiCigarSumiko.jpg?v=1717656864"},{"product_id":"nakaya-naka-ai-cigar-sumiko-ascending-dragon","title":"Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Sumiko Ascending Dragon","description":"\u003cp\u003eAvailable exclusively from us here at Nibs.com, the Nakaya Naka-ai Cigar Sumiko Ascending Dragon is created through a complex and time-intensive process in which charcoal powder, sumi ink, and natural urushi lacquer are combined to create the raised surface of the motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur complimentary nib tuning adjusts optimum pressure and ink flow to your personal preferences, and our optional nib customizations can add to the character and distinctiveness of your writing on the page. Each Nakaya pen is provided with your choice of 14k solid gold nib. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Naka-ai model was designed by Nibs.com founder and owner John Mottishaw in collaboration with Nakaya master pen designer Shinichi Yoshida. Each Nakaya pen is hand-turned from natural ebonite hard rubber and then hand-finished by skilled artisans in the traditional craft center of Wajima on the west coast of Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNakaya pens can fill with any bottled fountain pen ink when fitted with the provided converter, and can also use convenient Platinum brand disposable ink cartridges. 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