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Quick answer
The MUJI Wooden Hex Mechanical Pencil is a 0.5 mm pencil with a hexagonal, slightly textured wooden body. MUJI USA lists it at 13.0 cm with a brass tip, says the shape stops it rolling, includes 0.5 mm HB lead, and gives Japan as the origin. It lists the body as synthesis cedar.
Price bands are typical US retail, checked October 2026.
Key takeaways
MUJI USA lists the pencil at 13.0 cm long with a 0.5 mm core and nib.
MUJI says the hexagonal shape is easier to grip and stops the pencil rolling, and the wood is slightly textured.
The listed materials are synthesis cedar (MUJI's wording) and brass; it comes with 0.5 mm HB lead.
A version with an eraser is also sold, at a lower price, and a ballpoint pen shares the design.
MUJI USA gives Japan as the origin, and the pencil is in our $$ band ($5–20).
What is the MUJI Wooden Hex Mechanical Pencil?
It’s a 0.5 mm mechanical pencil with a hexagonal, lightly textured wooden body. MUJI USA says the hexagonal shape is easier to grip and prevents the pencil rolling, and the wood is slightly textured to make it attractive and easy to use. MUJI is the brand of Ryohin Keikaku, the Japanese retailer.
MUJI USA lists the material as synthesis cedar, with a brass tip.
MUJI wooden hex pencil specs
Spec
Value
Maker
MUJI (Ryohin Keikaku Co., Ltd.), Japan
Type
Mechanical pencil
Length
13.0 cm (5.1 in)
Core and nib
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Material
Synthesis cedar, brass
Included
0.5 HB lead
Color
Natural
Barcode
4548718281206
Made in
Japan (MUJI USA)
MUJI USA’s length line reads “13.0 cm (approx. 0.5 in)”; we use 13.0 cm, which converts to 5.1 in. MUJI gives no weight.
Who is the MUJI wooden hex pencil for?
It suits people who like the feel of a wooden pencil but want a 0.5 mm refillable lead. The listing shows no clip, so it fits a pocket or pen cup rather than a notebook cover.
MUJI USA’s materials line reads “Synthesis Cedar, Brass”, which suggests a processed or composite cedar. The page doesn’t explain it and we couldn’t confirm it from MUJI Japan, which wouldn’t load from our server on November 1, 2026. We therefore state the material as MUJI USA words it, and don’t call it solid wood.
How does it compare with MUJI’s other pencils?
It’s the shortest and the only one with a wooden body.
MUJI USA also sells a wooden hex pencil with an eraser, in our $$ band, and MUJI USA lists a wooden hex ballpoint pen in the same style. For wooden pencils in general, see our best wooden pencils for writing.
What else comes in the wooden hex range?
MUJI USA lists a Wooden Hex Mechanical Pencil with Eraser 0.5mm at a lower price (US$5.90), and a Wooden Hex Ballpoint Pen 0.5mm (US$7.40). The plain pencil is US$7.90. We haven’t read the eraser pencil’s page, so its size and materials are unconfirmed.
MUJI USA’s care note for the plain pencil says nothing about leads beyond the included HB, and MUJI sells 0.5 mm lead refills separately.
Where is it made, and what does it cost?
In Japan: MUJI USA gives Japan as the country or region of origin. The pencil is in our $$ band ($5–20). MUJI USA sells it as Final Sale, with no refunds or exchanges; we read the page on November 1, 2026, and prices change.
Frequently asked questions
Does the MUJI wooden mechanical pencil come with lead?
Yes. MUJI USA says it comes with 0.5 HB lead.
What wood is the MUJI wooden hex pencil?
MUJI USA lists synthesis cedar, which we read as a synthetic or processed cedar. The page doesn't explain more.
How long is the MUJI wooden hex pencil?
MUJI USA lists 13.0 cm. The same listing says "0.5 in" for length, which is a typo for the 13.0 cm.
Does the MUJI wooden pencil roll?
MUJI USA says the hexagonal shape prevents it rolling around.
Does the MUJI wooden hex pencil have an eraser?
The listed one doesn't mention an eraser. MUJI USA sells a separate Wooden Hex Mechanical Pencil with Eraser 0.5mm.
Is the MUJI wooden hex pencil made in Japan?
Yes. MUJI USA lists Japan as the country or region of origin.
Can I return a MUJI pencil bought online?
MUJI USA marks it Final Sale, with no refunds or exchanges, on its product page as we read it.
