Started in 1994, we at Wancher (as Wancha in Japanese) have been always consistent about our foundation. Having created series of beautiful and creative writing instruments for years, especially fountain pens, we have since branched out in order to offer you exquisite watches, leather pieces, bags and accessories. However, we will never stop looking for and reaching out for more creative products.With the headquarter in Japan and a global manufacturing network of bases with craftsmanship in many countries, Wancher is simply making a difference.Our stories are still being written each day as Wancher brand develops continuously. With the support from our customers in more than half of the countries in the world*, we believe our stories will soon reach the rest.*As of January 1st 2016, we have served customers from 6 continents with 116 countries.Core Values - "Own it. Proud of it"We always try our best to assure that every customer who buy WANCHER product would be proud of owning it.Each of our product conveys its own story. Our products have traveled to many countries, regions and been polished by hands of skillful artists before reaching you. When you wear or use any of our products, you are actually touching and feeling arts, techniques, cultures and unique of different countries and cultures.The fruitful history and the story lying underneath each product is now in your hand. That&＃39;s the priceless value and experience that you will get from WANCHER product.HistoryThe origin of Wancher traces its journey back to the age of Gulf War when Taizo Okagaki conducted "Desert Greening" research for ODA in Egypt, August 1990. Under the severe condition in desert during this time, hand writing became the only one method to record all research information. It led Okagaki to his very first writing instrument. A fountain pen.This was when Wancher was born..."Nothing could better record all the ups and downs in a person&＃39;s life than a fountain pen, the finest writing instrument" - Taizo Okagaki, Wancher PresidentVision"The world, with our contribution, is going to be a world without borders between countries, cultures, races and religions."Everything at Wancher strengthens our vision day by day, from our product concept to our company culture.Mission"To help people realize what they have always needed and provide them at the best quality and prices. We never stop optimizing satisfaction of our customers as well as our employees."ProductsFor every product, Wancher aims to bring passion, unique experience and perfect satisfaction to every single customer from all over the world.The concept of Wancher&＃39;s products is inspired by our journeys to every corner of the earth in order to explore unique aspects of various countries, religions, races and cultures. On our journeys, we love to discover the undiscovered hidden art forms and preserve the ones which are on the edge of extinction.ServiceFollowing the excellent Japanese bowing-customer-service before and after sales, we ensure the most up-to-date Japanese high quality standard and strive to deliver the best experience to our customers.Culture & ArtsWancher&＃39;s culture welcomes and cherishes various arts from around the globe. To us, no country or culture is better than others. Our products are manufactured by the collaboration between processes and factories in many countries.PeopleLet us sum up about our people with a quote by John Lennon."A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality."Company Social ResponsibilityWancher has always been aware of its responsibility in promoting arts and culture in many forms, from handmade crafts to rare materials, to people around the globe.We commit to deliver the highest quality of products while preserving original traditional values.We at Wancher know that we, together. are making the world a better place.