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Mitsubishi train pencils (2)
Another magnificent set of pencils in tribute to the Japanese railway system. This is a set of 18 colour pencils, housed in a tin case, and made by the esteemed Mitsubishi Pencil Co. The inside of the lid reveals some details:
We also see the familiar mark of the Mitsubishi Pencil Company:
The pencil set is stunning, and includes an eraser and sharpener:
The pencils have a distinctive style, and extensive attention to detail:
Interesting as pencils, they are also amazing reflections of other realms. 7 comments to Mitsubishi train pencils (2) |
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Very nice collection piece. Wonder if any of the Japanese stationery stores in California might carry them.
Oh to be a Japanese schoolkid!
I note the map on the pencil tin, so is this set the trains of Hokkaido as opposed to Japan in general?
kiwi-d, that is probably the case. This article says the Japan Railways Group has several members, including JR Hokkaido.
Yes, these pencils were made by Mitsubishi for the Hokkaido Kiosk Corporation, this corporation operates the kiosks at JR Hokkaido so technically these pens are not issued in any way by JR. They are sold as gifts/souvenirs. The inner lid identifies the different colours with different train lines. Interestingly it also contains a space for elementary school students to write their name, class and school year.
Robert, thanks for sharing this information with us.
I would love to buy those. Do you have any idea where to get them? Thanks!