Pilot Kakuno is the fountain pen that looks like it came to make friends, not intimidate you. With its lightweight, hexagonal body and subtly shaped grip, it sits comfortably in your hand and stays put on the table instead of rolling away. The steel nib has a tiny smiley face that helps you keep the pen in the right position while you write, which is especially nice if you’re new to fountain pens or journaling for long stretches. It uses Pilot ink cartridges and compatible converters, so you can start simple and move into bottled ink when you’re ready.

At Papertail Fox, this is the pen we reach for when we want low-stress, everyday writing that still feels a little bit special—perfect for daily journaling, planner pages, and notes to your future self.