Seasons in Japan are often heralded by flowers, and they’re very much entwined with the culture. One of the most prominent celebrations involving them is hanami (flower festival) which happens between March and May when the cherry trees bloom. Another festival that isn't as well known to foreigners would be the Fuji shibazakura matsuri (Fuji phlox festival), which overlaps with sakura season. This features swaths of phlox blossoms against the backdrop of Mount Fuji. 

The best way to experience these beautiful blossoms would be to fly to Japan, but in case you can’t just yet, let the Namiki Nippon Art Flower Basket be a reminder of your goal. Made by art collective Kokkokai, this fountain pen features different blooms in a woven basket against a glossy black background.

We have for sale a brand new Namiki Nippon Art Flower Basket with a No. 10, 14-karat gold nib in M. It comes complete with its protective outer box, wooden inner box, a converter, and Namiki service papers.

Length capped: 14.7 cm.
Length uncapped: 13.0 cm.