Japanese pen feud nears end as Kokuyo moves to sell Pentel stake. ... plans to sell its entire 46% stake in writing instrument maker Pentel to industry peer Plus, Nikkei has learned.

TOKYO/OSAKA -- Japanese stationery king Kokuyo took a direct stake of 37.45% in compatriot Pentel on Tuesday, formally becoming its leading shareholder as the pen maker accepted the partnership ...