Scribo La Dotta Fountain Pen in Yamanaka Onsen

A Bridge Between East and West

From Bologna’s scholarly streets to the tranquil forests of Ishikawa Prefecture, the Scribo La Dotta Yamanaka Onsen is a tribute to two worlds bound by their reverence for craftsmanship, patience, and beauty.

In the quiet village of Yamanaka Onsen, where mist rises from hot springs and ancient trees whisper their secrets, the time-honored art of urushi lacquering and woodcarving endures. Here, master artisan Shimizu-san coats each Italian-made pen in delicate layers of Tamenuri urushi lacquer, a meticulous ritual that takes months to complete.

The result is a fountain pen that shimmers in warm wood-brown tones, evoking a forest at sunset, alive with depth, transparency, and light that shifts with every movement. Every stroke of lacquer breathes, waits, and transforms, preserving time itself within its glossy surface.

True to the spirit of La Dotta, Scribo’s collection dedicated to Bologna and its cultural legacy, this special edition embodies a dialogue between East and West, between Italian design and Japanese artistry. Each Yamanaka Onsen pen features a rounded silhouette with emphasis, crafted from high-grade resin and finished with a yellow gold clip and trim that add a refined touch. The body is hand-coated in Tamenuri urushi lacquer applied in Japan, a process that enhances both its depth and radiance.

At its heart lies Scribo’s exclusive gold nib, available in either 18k solid gold (Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad) or 14k flexible gold (Extra Fine, Fine), offering an exceptionally smooth and expressive writing experience. Each pen is accompanied by a Scribo pen pouch made from authentic Japanese kimono silk adorned with elegant “haori” ribbons.

Limited to only 123 pieces worldwide, the Scribo La Dotta Yamanaka Onsen is more than a writing instrument. It is a living expression of patience, artistry, and the timeless union of two cultures.

Writing with it becomes a journey, one that bridges lands and traditions through the quiet flow of ink and the poetry of a timeless encounter.

Scribo La Dotta Fountain Pen in Yamanaka Onsen Specifications

• Limited production of 213 pieces per color
• Body material: Cap, barrel, knob, and nib-holder crafted in high-grade resin
• Finish: Hand-applied Tamenuri urushi lacquer, made in Japan by Master Shimizu-san
• Trim: Yellow gold clip and metal components
• Pen Length Closed (Capped): 5.69 in / 144.5 mm
• Maximum Diameter: 0.66 in / 16.75 mm
• Total Weight: 1.06 oz. / 30 g
• Exclusive SCRIBO nib made in 18kt gold or Flexible 14kt gold
• 18kt gold nib sizes: Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad
• Flexible 14kt gold nib sizes: Extra Fine, Fine
• Ebonite feeder ø 6,50 with 2 capillaries
• Filling Mechanism: Included Cartridge/Converter
• Loading capacity: 1.42 ml
• Presented with a Scribo pen pouch made from authentic Japanese kimono silk, adorned with traditional haori ribbons