---
product_id: 1744039
title: "Pilot Kakuno Fine-Nib Fountain Pen, White Body Soft Pink Cap (FKA-1SR-SPF)"
brand: "pilot"
price: "R386"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Pilot"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1744039-pilot-kakuno-fine-nib-fountain-pen-white-body-soft-pink
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Soft pink cap with white body for stylish flair Refillable design for sustainable use Fine 0.5mm nib for precise writing Pilot Kakuno Fine-Nib Fountain Pen, White Body Soft Pink Cap (FKA-1SR-SPF)

**Brand:** pilot
**Price:** R386
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✒️ Write your story in style — because first impressions ink forever.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Pilot Kakuno Fine-Nib Fountain Pen, White Body Soft Pink Cap (FKA-1SR-SPF) by pilot
- **How much does it cost?** R386 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1744039-pilot-kakuno-fine-nib-fountain-pen-white-body-soft-pink)

## Best For

- pilot enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pilot brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Quality:** Backed by Pilot’s renowned craftsmanship and a 4.6-star rating from over 400 users.
- • **Chic & Subtle Design:** Soft pink cap paired with a sleek white body makes a statement without shouting.
- • **Eco-Friendly Writing:** Refillable ink system reduces waste and keeps you writing sustainably.
- • **Comfort for Every Hand:** Ambidextrous resin grip ensures smooth, fatigue-free writing sessions.
- • **Precision Meets Personality:** Fine 0.5mm nib delivers crisp, elegant lines for professional notes and creative flair.

## Overview

The Pilot Kakuno Fine-Nib Fountain Pen features a precise 0.5mm fine nib ideal for detailed writing, a stylish white body with a soft pink cap, and a refillable ink system promoting sustainability. Designed for adults with an ambidextrous resin grip, this lightweight pen combines comfort and quality, making it a top choice for professionals and fountain pen newcomers alike.

## Description

Pilot Fountain Pen, Kakuno, Fine-Nib ,White Body Soft Pink Cap Body

Review: This inexpensive pen is a good bet. - So, I bought this pen because I was looking for a fine-nib pen that I could use in my bullet journal, and I didn't want to pay the world for it because: 1) I wasn't sure how practical it would be for my plans for it. 2) I'm on a starving artist budget. 3) I'm particular in that I like what I like to write with, but I'm not a pen connoisseur by any stretch. The other reviews described this as a good "beginner" pen, and that's a valid assessment. You just pop the cartridge in, give it a little squeeze to get the ink flowing, and you're off. It comes with one cartridge, which can be replaced when it's empty ( Pilot Namiki IC100 Fountain Pen Ink Cartridge, Black, 12 Cartridges per Pack (69100) , or you can use a converter so that you can refill with bottled ink ( Pilot Fountain Pen Converter (CON-50) Set of 3 ). So that's a plus. And it's also kind of adorable. Here are the other points: 1) Good ink flow (especially for an inexpensive pen; I think better than the disposable Varsity pens). 2) Very light weight, but when you post the cap on the back, the length is good and it balances surprisingly well. 3) The hexagon barrel means it doesn't roll off the desk (neither does the cap). 4) The grip is also slightly hexagonal. Not obnoxiously so. It puts the nib at the correct angle and makes the smooth plastic easy to manipulate. (Another review said this pen is made for children in Japan, and that makes sense.) I'm not sure how comfortable that would be for really long stretches of writing. 5) The nib is a bit scratchy. Not enough to keep me from using it, but enough that this will be my purse pen after I upgrade to Fine-Nib Fountain Pen 2.0. (I also block print in my diary, so it's less of an issue.) 6) There is no clip. So, there's that. 7) There's no bleed through or even show-through on note paper or printer paper. With finer paper, your mileage may vary. There was show through in one book (ruled paper) and none in the other (grid paper). Both are Moleskines. Go figure. (Maybe it's their vintage? The ruled one is much older.) 8) I didn't notice until I looked at the close up of my handwriting, but there's a little bit of feathering. (2nd picture) To sum up, as pens go, the Kakuno is a pretty safe bet. The price point is low, there's far more that's good about it than bad, as long as you're looking for, say, a Honda and not a Cadillac.
Review: Not just for beginners - Excellent fountain pen. Everyone classifies the Kakuno as a beginner pen but I think it’s more than that. It does have beginner friendly aspects, the ink cartridges, the converter and the assembly, but this is a pen for anyone who enjoys writing with a fountain pen. The ink flows smoothly, the nib is very smooth and has little feedback. It’s a durable, travel safe fountain. It is also very light and comfortable for long writing sessions or if you struggle with heavier pens.

## Features

- Pilot Fountain Pen Kakuno
- Good for the first Fountain Pen
- FKA-1SR-SPF

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IOOOEC4 |
| Additional Features | Refillable |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #49,237 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #191 in Fountain Pens |
| Body Shape | Round |
| Brand | PILOT |
| Brand Name | PILOT |
| Closure Type | Snap |
| Color | Soft Pink |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 416 Reviews |
| Drill Point | Fine |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04902505477331 |
| Grip Type | Resin |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Hardness | F |
| Included Components | Stainless steel nib with character face, one ink cartridge, [possibly] converter |
| Ink Base | Water |
| Ink Color | White,Pink |
| Item Diameter | 0.6 inches |
| Item Dimensions | 5.2 x 0.6 x 0.6 inches |
| Item Weight | 9.07 g |
| Line Size | 0.5mm |
| Manufacturer | Pilot |
| Material | fka |
| Material Type | fka |
| Model Name | Kakuno |
| Model Number | FKA-1SR-SPF |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Writing |
| Style | Fine Nib |
| Subject Character | Smiley Face - Silver |
| Theme | Colorful |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Writing Instrument Form | Fountain Pen |
| Writing Technique | fountain pen |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** PILOT
- **Color:** Soft Pink
- **Ink Color:** White,Pink
- **Writing Instrument Form:** Fountain Pen

## Images

![Pilot Kakuno Fine-Nib Fountain Pen, White Body Soft Pink Cap (FKA-1SR-SPF) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41XP9gCTwdL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This inexpensive pen is a good bet.
*by B***E on March 7, 2016*

So, I bought this pen because I was looking for a fine-nib pen that I could use in my bullet journal, and I didn't want to pay the world for it because: 1) I wasn't sure how practical it would be for my plans for it. 2) I'm on a starving artist budget. 3) I'm particular in that I like what I like to write with, but I'm not a pen connoisseur by any stretch. The other reviews described this as a good "beginner" pen, and that's a valid assessment. You just pop the cartridge in, give it a little squeeze to get the ink flowing, and you're off. It comes with one cartridge, which can be replaced when it's empty ( Pilot Namiki IC100 Fountain Pen Ink Cartridge, Black, 12 Cartridges per Pack (69100) , or you can use a converter so that you can refill with bottled ink ( Pilot Fountain Pen Converter (CON-50) Set of 3 ). So that's a plus. And it's also kind of adorable. Here are the other points: 1) Good ink flow (especially for an inexpensive pen; I think better than the disposable Varsity pens). 2) Very light weight, but when you post the cap on the back, the length is good and it balances surprisingly well. 3) The hexagon barrel means it doesn't roll off the desk (neither does the cap). 4) The grip is also slightly hexagonal. Not obnoxiously so. It puts the nib at the correct angle and makes the smooth plastic easy to manipulate. (Another review said this pen is made for children in Japan, and that makes sense.) I'm not sure how comfortable that would be for really long stretches of writing. 5) The nib is a bit scratchy. Not enough to keep me from using it, but enough that this will be my purse pen after I upgrade to Fine-Nib Fountain Pen 2.0. (I also block print in my diary, so it's less of an issue.) 6) There is no clip. So, there's that. 7) There's no bleed through or even show-through on note paper or printer paper. With finer paper, your mileage may vary. There was show through in one book (ruled paper) and none in the other (grid paper). Both are Moleskines. Go figure. (Maybe it's their vintage? The ruled one is much older.) 8) I didn't notice until I looked at the close up of my handwriting, but there's a little bit of feathering. (2nd picture) To sum up, as pens go, the Kakuno is a pretty safe bet. The price point is low, there's far more that's good about it than bad, as long as you're looking for, say, a Honda and not a Cadillac.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not just for beginners
*by J***. on July 30, 2026*

Excellent fountain pen. Everyone classifies the Kakuno as a beginner pen but I think it’s more than that. It does have beginner friendly aspects, the ink cartridges, the converter and the assembly, but this is a pen for anyone who enjoys writing with a fountain pen. The ink flows smoothly, the nib is very smooth and has little feedback. It’s a durable, travel safe fountain. It is also very light and comfortable for long writing sessions or if you struggle with heavier pens.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ LOVE it! Wish it Came New tho...
*by S***Y on June 24, 2017*

I love the pen! It's super cute, very light weight, perfect circumference for someone with small hands like me, and the smiley face at the nib just make you want to pick it up. I had a Pilot Metro before this and I was one of the unlucky ones that had nib creep. For most nib creep isn't a problem, for me it's flat annoying it. I also found the Metro felt a little awkward in my hand. I spend a lot of time trying to figure out how to hold it without putting too much pressure. I saw recommendations on the Kakuno for small hand so I bought this. It is perfect! No strain, no more trying to find the perfect hold spot. Uncap and write! I also experimented with swapping nibs. I also bought two Pilot Penmanship's and I swap the extra fine nib on to this Kakuno. It was a bad decision. The Penmanship's nib also had nib creep. I use the standard cartridge the Kakuno came with. I then cleaned the pen, swap the smiley face back, used CON-50 and J. Herbin Perle Noire. This time perfection! No nib creep, smooth writing. Both Kakuno and Metro were fine nibs. But I find the Kakuno seem to be finer than the Metro. That may just be me since I don't have the Metro anymore to do an actual comparison. Lastly is that the pen came to me used. The grip has obvious scratches on it. That is the only unfortunate part. I asked Amazon if there is anything they can do, and I'm grateful that they were able to compensate me. Other than that, I highly recommend this pen!

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*Last updated: 2026-10-22*