Sailor 1911 Casual Shikiori Hisakata Ball Pen – Hoshikuzu CT

Ever looked up on a clear night away from the city lights and seen the sky dusted with stars? That’s hoshikuzu, Japanese for stardust, and it’s the inspiration behind the Sailor 1911 Casual Shikiori Hisakata Hoshikuzu ball pen. A deep blue resin barrel with chrome trim, it’s a Japanese luxury ball pen for people who like their everyday tools to carry a bit of poetry.

Who will love the Hoshikuzu?

• Students and researchers who fill pages of notes and want a pen that feels special without being fussy.
• Professionals who sign a lot of paperwork and like a calm, understated blue on the desk.
• Stationery collectors building a set from Sailor’s Shikiori range, where every shade has its own story.
• Anyone searching for a thoughtful gift under the premium pen category that doesn’t look like a standard corporate giveaway.

Design and handling

This is the 1911 Casual profile: rounded ends, a gently tapered barrel and a sturdy clip. It measures 134mm with a 12mm diameter and weighs 22g, which puts it in the comfortable middle ground between a featherweight plastic pen and a heavy metal executive pen. Twist the barrel to deploy the refill and twist again to retract it. Simple, silent and pocket-safe.

Technical details

• Maker: Sailor Pen Co., Japan
• Collection: 1911 Casual Shikiori Hisakata
• Colour name: Hoshikuzu (blue)
• Mechanism: twist
• Material: resin
• Trim finish: chrome
• Overall length: 134mm
• Barrel diameter: 12mm
• Weight: 22g
• Made in: Japan
• Warranty: as per Sailor Japan international warranty guidelines

Quick answers

Does the Hoshikuzu ball pen have a cap?

No. It’s a capless ballpoint that works with a twist mechanism.

Is this the same shape as the Sailor 1911 fountain pen?

It shares the classic 1911 silhouette, so it pairs nicely with a Sailor 1911 fountain pen if you already own one.

Five reasons to order it from Makoba

1. Every pen is genuine and packed in its original Sailor box, international warranty card included.
2. Most orders placed before 1 PM are dispatched the very same day.
3. Our WhatsApp team actually uses these pens and can help you compare shades.
4. More than 12,000 premium pens delivered across India since 2009.
5. Easy returns on unused items, plus warranty and service support handled by us.