Kokuyo Enpitsu pencil combines the thickness of a wooden pencil and the convenience of a mechanical pencil. The pencil comes with two pieces of 2B lead, which provides a softer and smoother writing feeling. The writing or drawing is also considerable darker than that with normal HB lead. Also, the triangular barrel shape makes it very comfortable to hold. Another highlight of this pencil is its retractable tip. This special feature is designed to protect the lead and tip as well as preventing them from accidental poking. Instead of a removable cap, the pencil’s top does not come off but has a hole. Hence, you can insert the lead directly through it into the barrel. You will never worry about loosing the small cap now.