Welcome everyone to the first episode of of 2024!

Frank discusses the updated fountain pen line up for Pilot Japan, New releases since their last episode, and news regarding to urushi lacquer wares from Wajima, Japan.

Goods/website discussed in Podcast:

PIot JP current line up

Production Pause Notice from Nakaya

Bungubox's Notice on stop production of Maki-E Pens

Bungubox's donation link for Mr.Hino (Bungubox' Maki-E artist)

PenBBS Calligraphy Nibs

Ensso Retractable Fountain Pen

Bungubox Glass Dip Pen

New SCHON Design

Benu Viper Pen

Endless Stationery Bottles

New Tailored pen Company offering

AppelBoom USA (Boston) Store closing

Hongdian Now available on Ebay

Shibui North