Danitrio Phoenix Maki-E w/ Black Background on Takumi Fountain Pen100% Genuine Urushi Contains the Maki E Red Seal (Highest Quality of Maki E Art) Hand painted by highly trained Japanese Artisans The phoenix in Japan reflects a positive meaning (like most cultures). In Japan, it is thought that the phoenix is a symbol of the imperial household and also represents power and strength. About Danitrio Takumi Fountain Pen Series: The Takumi is Danitrio series pen that is cigar shaped. Takumi means "good design or craft"