“Ishidatami” is what the Japanese call paving stones carefully laid on long roads and mountain passes to avoid erosion. These offer travelers walking from one province to another a sure footing in their journey. To this day, centuries-old ishidatami are still seen on the old Tokaido Road, which was heavily used from the 1600s to the 1800s. On the Nakasendo Way, passes near Shinchaya have had their ishidatami restored by historical groups. 

The ishidatami pattern has also inspired many woodblock artists and artisans, and it is also seen on the Pilot Silvern Ishidatami. This fountain pen’s barrel and snap cap are made from sterling silver, offering ample weight. It’s crowned with a rhodium-plated 18-karat gold nib. 

We have for sale a brand-new Pilot Silvern Ishidatami fountain pen with an M nib. It comes complete with its box, papers, and other inclusions. 

Length capped: 14.3 cm.