{"title":"Kurogane Kazura","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKurogane Kazura is the stationery line of Inoue Tool Works, a Japanese metalworking company founded in 1911. Its pens and ruler are hand-forged from stainless steel, featuring a distinctive fire-forged texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kurogane-kazura-maki-hari-ballpoint-pen-hammered-finish","title":"Kurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen - Hammered Finish","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Kurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen – Hammered Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen – Hammered Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from the stationery line of Inoue Tool Works, a Japanese metalworking company founded in 1911. The hammered finish (\u003cem\u003eTsuchime-hada\u003c\/em\u003e) is created by hand-forging the stainless steel, then hammering the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is crafted using the \u003cstrong\u003emaki-hari\u003c\/strong\u003e technique, a method originally developed for Japan's first matchlock guns in the 16th century, in which metal is rolled into a tube. Here, it is applied to 1.5 mm stainless steel. The matchlock theme continues in the barrel-like shaft, the octagonal tail plug and the anti-roll detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the steel is forged at over 1,000°C, its surface oxidises into brown and black tones. With use, everyday wear can reveal the silver steel beneath, and the patina can deepen over time. Each pen is handmade, so colour variations and small tooling marks are part of its character. Due to the high-heat forging, a light surface oxidation may occasionally appear. A simple wipe with a cloth will easily restore the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the compact \u003cstrong\u003e110 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e (36 g) or the longer \u003cstrong\u003e130 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e (42 g). A typical pen is around 13 to 15 cm, so the 110 mm feels compact, while the 130 mm is closer to a standard size. The shorter size was developed because the solid metal feel makes the pen heavy. The pen is supplied with a Mitsubishi Pencil Jetstream SXR-80 refill and also takes the Pilot Frixion Ball LFBTRF. It includes a genuine leather cap and arrives in a paulownia wooden box, ready to give as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 40px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eExperience the Maki-hari Pen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; max-width: 700px; margin: 0 auto 24px;\"\u003eWatch the Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen in action to see the distinctive fire-forged texture and traditional craftsmanship up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 600px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eAPxPPPcx5M\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" title=\"Kurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA closer look at the Kurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Inoue","offers":[{"title":"11 cm","offer_id":50755415245017,"sku":"KMT-110","price":239.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13 cm","offer_id":50755415277785,"sku":"KMT-130","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1173\/3209\/files\/Kurogane_Kazura_Maki-hari_Ballpoint_Pen_-_Hammered_Finish.png?v=1792370371"},{"product_id":"kurogane-kazura-maki-hari-ballpoint-pen-forged-finish","title":"Kurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen - Forged Finish","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Kurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen – Forged Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen – Forged Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from the stationery line of Inoue Tool Works, a Japanese metalworking company founded in 1911 as a maker of traditional knives. The raw, rustic finish is created by hand-forging the stainless steel, leaving the natural texture of the fire and anvil intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is crafted using the \u003cstrong\u003emaki-hari\u003c\/strong\u003e technique, a method originally developed for Japan's first matchlock guns in the 16th century, in which metal is rolled into a tube. Here, it is applied to 1.5 mm stainless steel. The matchlock theme continues in the barrel-like shaft, the octagonal tail plug and the anti-roll detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the steel is forged at over 1,000°C, its surface oxidises into brown and black tones. With use, everyday wear can reveal the silver steel beneath, and the patina can deepen over time. Each pen is handmade, so colour variations and small tooling marks are part of its character. Stainless steel forged at high heat is not completely rust-proof. If a powdery surface rust appears, simply wipe it off with a cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the compact \u003cstrong\u003e110 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e (36 g) or the longer \u003cstrong\u003e130 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e (42 g). A typical pen is around 13 to 15 cm, so the 110 mm feels compact, while the 130 mm is closer to a standard size. The shorter size was developed because the solid metal feel makes the pen heavy. The pen is supplied with a Mitsubishi Pencil Jetstream SXR-80 refill and also takes the Pilot Frixion Ball LFBTRF. It includes a genuine leather cap and arrives in a paulownia wooden box, ready to give as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 40px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eExperience the Maki-hari Pen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; max-width: 700px; margin: 0 auto 24px;\"\u003eWatch the Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen in action to see the distinctive fire-forged texture and traditional craftsmanship up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 600px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eAPxPPPcx5M\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" title=\"Kurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA closer look at the Kurogane Kazura Maki-hari Ballpoint Pen.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Inoue","offers":[{"title":"11 cm","offer_id":50757252284633,"sku":"KMK-110","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13 cm","offer_id":50757252317401,"sku":"KMK-130","price":239.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1173\/3209\/files\/Kurogane_Kazura_Maki-hari_Ballpoint_Pen_-_Forged_Finish.jpg?v=1792405302"},{"product_id":"kurogane-kazura-hand-forged-steel-ruler","title":"Kurogane Kazura Hand-Forged Steel Ruler","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Kurogane Kazura Hand-Forged Steel Ruler\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKurogane Kazura Hand-Forged Steel Ruler\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from the stationery line of Inoue Tool Works, a Japanese metalworking company founded in 1911 as a maker of traditional knives. Made from 3 mm thick stainless steel, the ruler is hand-forged and then hammered to create its distinctive textured surface. Its substantial weight and traditional metalworking finish give this everyday tool a distinctive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe measurement scale is laser-engraved, with major numbers represented by \u003cstrong\u003etraditional Japanese kanji numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each size features its own set of markings: zero, five, ten, and fifteen on the 170 mm; and zero, five, and ten on the 140 mm. This distinctive detail gives the ruler a connection to Japanese craftsmanship while keeping it practical for everyday measuring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForging the stainless steel at high temperatures creates natural brown-to-black surface tones. With use, some areas may wear to reveal the silver steel beneath. Each ruler is handmade, so variations in colour and small processing marks are part of its individual character. Stainless steel forged at high heat is not completely rust-proof. If a powdery surface rust appears, simply wipe it off with a cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose between the \u003cstrong\u003e140 mm overall length\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a 130 mm scale, and the \u003cstrong\u003e170 mm overall length\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a 160 mm scale. Each ruler comes with a snug-fitting genuine leather case for protection and is presented in a paulownia wooden box, making it a thoughtful gift for stationery enthusiasts and admirers of Japanese metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 40px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA Closer Look at the Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; max-width: 700px; margin: 0 auto 24px;\"\u003eWatch this short clip to see the ruler's fire-forged texture and traditional kanji scale up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 600px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v6toTuCvARI?start=356\u0026amp;end=390\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" title=\"Kurogane Kazura Hand-Forged Steel Ruler\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClose-up view of the hand-forged hammered finish and traditional kanji scale.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Inoue","offers":[{"title":"14 cm","offer_id":50758336250073,"sku":"KHC-140","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"17 cm","offer_id":50758336282841,"sku":"KHC-170","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1173\/3209\/files\/Kurogane_Kazura_Hand-Forged_Steel_Ruler.png?v=1792397709"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1173\/3209\/collections\/unnamed.png?v=1792402856","url":"https:\/\/penandtool.com\/collections\/kurogane-kazura.oembed","provider":"Pen \u0026 Tool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}