Tarepanda Ballpoint Pen / Mechanical Pencil San-X Vintage

This is a ballpoint pen/mechanical pencil manufactured in 1998 by San-X, a Japanese character company.

Known Details:
Brand: San-X
Copyright: ?san-x 1998
Country of Manufacture: Japan (Made in Japan)
Product Code (Estimated): PN37902 printed on the barrel is believed to indicate the product number from that era.
Design: Features a transparent (skeleton) barrel, allowing you to see the remaining ink level inside.

Product Background:
Around 1998, San-X was a period when they launched many hit characters such as Tarepanda and early Rilakkuma (just before or in the early stages of its debut). This pen was likely sold as part of the stationery series for these popular characters. As it is not a current product but a vintage/deadstock item from over 25 years ago, it is considered a rare item that is difficult to obtain new.

This is an old ballpoint pen/mechanical pencil. The ballpoint pen has run out of ink. The mechanical pencil is usable.
The Tarepanda design has also faded, and there are scratches on the body.

The condition must be judged from the photos. We appreciate your understanding if you are interested in purchasing a used item.