Notebooks
Ro-Biki Notebook
$ 8.00 USD
There's nothing quite like a well-loved notebook. This notebook is covered with a special wax paper that crumples and scratches over time, creating a lovely patina that will show the signs of your adventures. The paper inside produces excellent writing quality whether you use a pencil, ballpoint, or fountain pen. Contains 60 double-sided pages.
Available in lined, cross (reticle), 2mm grid, and 4.5mm grid varieties, each in its own color. Pairs with the Ro-Biki Notebook Carrying Case.
About Yamamoto Paper
Yamamoto Paper is a paper wholesaler and stationery brand that was founded in 1972 in Osaka, Japan. Using their vast experience in producing paper, they create original stationery products that stand out from the competition.
Materials: Paper
Dimensions: 8.25" L x 3.6" W, 60 pages
Osaka, Japan
Mnemosyne Notebook - B5 Lined
$ 9.00 USD
This line of ring-bound notebooks from Maruman is named after the Greek goddess of memory and is designed to optimize your note-taking system. Each notebook features smooth micro-perforated acid-free white paper with a “DATE/NO.” and “TITLE” section to keep you organized. With a sturdy cardboard backing and a minimally branded plastic cover, it holds up to even the busiest day at the bottom of your bag. Contains 80 sheets of 7mm lined B5 paper.
About Maruman
Maruman is one of the leading manufacturers in Japan’s competitive paper and stationery market. Since their beginnings in 1920, they have developed notebooks, sketchbooks, and binders that are focused solely on quality.
Materials: Plastic cover, 80gsm paper, metal ring binding
Dimensions: 9.9" L x 7" W, 80 pages (B5, 7mm lined)
Tokyo, Japan
Mnemosyne Notebook - B6 Lined
$ 5.75 USD
This line of ring-bound notebooks from Maruman is named after the Greek goddess of memory and is designed to optimize your note-taking system. Each notebook features smooth micro-perforated acid-free white paper with a “DATE/NO.” and “TITLE” section to keep you organized. With a sturdy cardboard backing and a minimally branded plastic cover, it holds up to even the busiest day at the bottom of your bag. Contains 50 sheets of 7mm lined B6 paper.
About Maruman
Maruman is one of the leading manufacturers in Japan’s competitive paper and stationery market. Since their beginnings in 1920, they have developed notebooks, sketchbooks, and binders that are focused solely on quality.
Materials: Plastic cover, 80gsm paper, metal ring binding
Dimensions: 7.4" L x 5.1" W, 50 pages (B6, 7mm lined)
Tokyo, Japan
Mnemosyne Notebook - A4 Grid
$ 16.50 USD
This line of ring-bound notebooks from Maruman is named after the Greek goddess of memory and is designed to optimize your note-taking system. Each notebook features smooth micro-perforated acid-free white paper with a “DATE/NO.” and “TITLE” section to keep you organized. With a sturdy cardboard backing and a minimally branded plastic cover, it holds up to even the busiest day at the bottom of your bag. Contains 70 sheets of 5mm grid A4 paper.
About Maruman
Maruman is one of the leading manufacturers in Japan’s competitive paper and stationery market. Since their beginnings in 1920, they have developed notebooks, sketchbooks, and binders that are focused solely on quality.
Materials: Plastic cover, 80gsm paper, metal ring binding
Dimensions: 8.25" L x 5.8" W, 70 pages (A4, 5mm grid)
Tokyo, Japan
Inkaren Corner Ring Notepad
$ 18.00 USD
Beauty is found in the subtle details of these handy notepads from Japanese stationery brand Inkaren. Designed for everyday use, each pad features lined, dotted, and blank pages perfect for drawing, making lists, or journaling, plus an elastic band to keep it closed and corner ring bindings for easy page-turning. Each pad is lovingly finished by hand with a leather-like texture that resists wear and tear, keeping your notes protected. Contains 50 double-sided pages.
About Inkaren
In the spring of 2012, six Japanese stationery companies joined together to create a new brand. Each founding member brings its own specialization to the table, from printing and binding books to applying gold and silver leaf; combined, they form one of the most well-rounded stationery titans in existence: Inkaren.
Materials: Paper, metal rings
Dimensions: 8" L x 5" W, 50 pages
Tokyo, Japan
Ito Bindery Memo Block
$ 26.75 USD
With their precision-cut edges and satin-smooth surface, these memo blocks bring a clean, architectural presence to any desktop. Each 350-sheet block is mounted to a recycled cardboard base that provides stability and subtly contrasts with the paper. Available in two colors.
About Ito Bindery
"Capture Your Inspiration" is the guiding principle at Ito Bindery, a sentiment that applies both to the people who use their unique stationery products and to the creative process behind their bold designs. The small Japanese company was founded in 1938 as a book-binding business but expanded its offerings under the guidance of three generations of the Ito family.
Materials: Paper, recycled cardboard base
Dimensions:
Medium: 6" L x 4.25" W x 1.5" H
Long: 10" L x 3" W x 1.5" H
Care: Note that extended exposure to sunlight may cause discoloration. Keep in a cool, dry place.
Tokyo, Japan
Ito Bindery Drawing Pad
$ 20.00 USD
With their precision-cut edges and satin-smooth surface, these drawing pads bring a clean, architectural presence to any desktop. Each 70-sheet pad is mounted to a recycled cardboard base that provides stability and subtly contrasts with the paper, and because of the microperforation just below the binding, the pages tear away with little effort. Available in two colors.
About Ito Bindery
"Capture Your Inspiration" is the guiding principle at Ito Bindery, a sentiment that applies both to the people who use their unique stationery products and to the creative process behind their bold designs. The small Japanese company was founded in 1938 as a book-binding business but expanded its offerings under the guidance of three generations of the Ito family.
Materials: Paper, recycled cardboard base, wire binding
Dimensions:
Small (A6): 5.8" L x 4.9" W
Small (A5): 6.5" L x 8.25" W
Medium (A4): 9" L x 11.5" W
Large (B4): 11" L x 14.25" W
Care: Note that extended exposure to sunlight may cause discoloration. Keep in a cool, dry place.
Tokyo, Japan
Tsubame University Notebook
$ 5.00 USD
Reminiscent of a traditional Japanese writing companion, the Tsubame University Notebook is specially designed for use with fountain pens - though it also works well with any other writing implement - and features a trademark cover that creates an authentic old-school sensibility. Enjoy as a personal journal, school notebook, travel diary, or for any other purpose you can dream up. Contains 30 double-sided pages.
About Tsubame
It was a simple goal that drove Watanabe Hatsusaburō, founder of Tsubame: to create and sell quality notebooks at an accessible price. Each Tsubame notebook is made with "fools paper," a term used in Japan for a type of high-end paper that writes easily, does not bleed, and is neither slippery nor grainy; Tsubame's paper is also acid-free and joined with a durable thread binding for a product without peer.
Materials: Paper
Dimensions:
Small: 8.25" L x 5.9" W, 30 pages (7mm lined)
Large: 10" L x 7" W, 30 pages (8mm lined)
Tokyo, Japan
Tsubame Memo Pocket Pad
$ 4.50 USD
Take your notes on the go with this perfectly sized Memo Pocket Pad from Tsubame. Each pad is made with high-quality paper specially designed for use with fountain pens, though it also works well with any other writing implement. Every page is either plain or marked with a 5mm grid pattern printed with a water-based ink that won't interfere with your writing. Contains 80 double-sided pages.
About Tsubame
It was a simple goal that drove Watanabe Hatsusaburō, founder of Tsubame: to create and sell quality notebooks at an accessible price. Each Tsubame notebook is made with "fools paper," a term used in Japan for a type of high-end paper that writes easily, does not bleed, and is neither slippery nor grainy; Tsubame's paper is also acid-free and joined with a durable thread binding for a product without peer.
Materials: Paper
Dimensions: 4.75" L x 2.95" W, 80 pages
Tokyo, Japan
Tsubame Memo Square
$ 7.25 USD
Take your notes and doodles on the go with this pocket-sized Memo Square from Tsubame. Each pad is made with high-quality paper specially designed for use with fountain pens, though it also works well with any other writing implement. Every page is either plain or marked with a 5mm grid pattern printed with a water-based ink that won't interfere with your writing. Contains 50 double-sided pages.
About Tsubame
It was a simple goal that drove Watanabe Hatsusaburō, founder of Tsubame: to create and sell quality notebooks at an accessible price. Each Tsubame notebook is made with "fools paper," a term used in Japan for a type of high-end paper that writes easily, does not bleed, and is neither slippery nor grainy; Tsubame's paper is also acid-free and joined with a durable thread binding for a product without peer.
Materials: Paper
Dimensions: 5.9" L x 5.7" W, 50 pages
Tokyo, Japan
Find Slim Note
$ 18.75 USD
"I do not seek, I find." This notebook is as compact and transportable as it is stylish. Look past its stylish cover and copper-edged pages, and you’ll find an expertly made notebook with delightfully smooth 5mm graph paper that has been specifically chosen to provide the ultimate writing experience for fountain pen users (though it does quite well with graphite and ballpoint pens as well). With its sturdy cover and slim size, this is the notebook you’ll reach for when you’re on the move. Contains 40 double-sided pages.
About Kunisawa
Since its founding in 1971, Kunisawa has collaborated with graphic designers, advertising agencies, photographers and other creatives to produce office goods tailored for the creative mind. Kunisawa notebooks use British-style foolscap paper, which features a gliding smooth texture and excellent ink absorption designed especially for fountain pens. Minimalist with a refined vintage charm, Kunisawa has quickly become one of Japan’s most exciting new stationery brands.
Materials: Paper
Dimensions: 8.25" L x 5.8" W, 40 pages
Tokyo, Japan
Find Ring Note
$ 19.50 USD
"I do not seek, I find." Fans of spiral notebooks, look no further. The Find Ring Note is the sturdy, attractive, and enjoyable notebook of your dreams. It features 80 sheets of copper-edged paper that has been specifically chosen to provide the ultimate writing experience for fountain pen users (though it does quite well with graphite and ballpoint pens as well). Contains 80 double-sided pages.
About Kunisawa
Since its founding in 1971, Kunisawa has collaborated with graphic designers, advertising agencies, photographers and other creatives to produce office goods tailored for the creative mind. Kunisawa notebooks use British-style foolscap paper, which features a gliding smooth texture and excellent ink absorption designed especially for fountain pens. Minimalist with a refined vintage charm, Kunisawa has quickly become one of Japan’s most exciting new stationery brands.
Materials: Paper, metal
Dimensions: 8.25" L x 5.8" W, 80 pages
Tokyo, Japan
Find Smart Note
$ 16.25 USD
"I do not seek, I find." The Find Smart Note is a small hardcover notebook that slips right into most pockets so you can stay “smart” on the go. It features 40 sheets of copper-edged 2.5mm graph paper that has been specifically chosen to provide the ultimate writing experience for fountain pen users (though it does quite well with graphite and ballpoint pens as well). Contains 40 double-sided pages.
About Kunisawa
Since its founding in 1971, Kunisawa has collaborated with graphic designers, advertising agencies, photographers and other creatives to produce office goods tailored for the creative mind. Kunisawa notebooks use British-style foolscap paper, which features a gliding smooth texture and excellent ink absorption designed especially for fountain pens. Minimalist with a refined vintage charm, Kunisawa has quickly become one of Japan’s most exciting new stationery brands.
Materials: Paper
Dimensions: 6.6" L x 3.7" W, 40 pages
Tokyo, Japan
