Japan's papermaking technology far exceeds the level of "just being able to write."
・Tomoe River:
Ultra-lightweight paper famous for the "Hobonichi Techo." Although as thin as a dictionary, fountain pen ink doesn't bleed through, and the pen glides amazingly smoothly. A miraculous paper chosen specifically by planner fans worldwide.
・MD Paper:
Cream-colored paper developed thinking only of "writing." It moderately absorbs ink, and the pleasant "click-clack" sound of the nib sliding across the paper regulates your writing rhythm.
・Kazari Genkou Youshi (Decorated Manuscript Paper):
Designed manuscript paper letting you feel like an author. Paper quality calculated to enjoy the shading (wavering) of ink acts as the supreme gift targeting people drowning traversing fountain pen ink swamps.
Never stop thinking. "Japanese tools" accelerating creativity.
Why, in the digital era, is Japanese stationery being bought explosively all over the world?
It is because of the "perverted (meant as a compliment)" craftsmanship that obsesses over a 0.01mm flow of ink and thoroughly studies the gliding of paper.
Fountain pens capturing thoughts exactly as they are, scissors reducing stress to zero, notebooks sparking inspiration just by touching them.
Here, we feature Japan's proud stationery, chosen as a work partner and as a gift for loved ones.
How to choose Stationery
[Fountain Pens] "The Big Three" for Writing Kanji Beautifully
Overseas fountain pens are for alphabets (horizontal text), but Japanese fountain pens are designed to beautifully express "Tome (Stop), Hane (Hook), Harai (Sweep)."
・PILOT:
Boasting world-leading technological prowess, the "Capless" fountain pen is an invention allowing immediate writing with a click. The nib's elasticity conveys exquisite traits, reputed stating Japanese writing outputs utmost fluency.
・Sailor:
Nibs hand-ground by artisans harbor a unique friction (sari-sari sensation) seeming to stick to the paper, strongly granting the realization of "writing."
・Platinum:
Featuring the "Slip Seal Mechanism," holding patented techs preventing ink drying discarding placements crossing 2 years. Overcoming fountain pens' paramount weakness conveying "cannot write upon attempting delayed usage."
[Ballpoint Pens] The "Low-Viscosity Oil-based Ink" that Changed the World
Actually, identifying what pleases most regarding Japanese souvenirs indicates the "150 Yen ballpoint pen."
・Jetstream (Mitsubishi Pencil):
As the catchphrase "Addictive, smooth writing taste" dictates, a low-viscosity ink overturning common sense representing oil-based ballpoint pens. Allowing flawless writing without applying force establishes preventing hand fatigue enduring protracted writing bouts.
・Frixion (PILOT):
The ballpoint pen that "erases when rubbed." Ink technology that becomes colorless traversing temperature changes exemplifies the crystallization of Japanese chemical engineering. A revolutionary pen modifying business domains intensely.
[Scissors & Cutters] The DNA of Seki no Magoroku
The blade technology of Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, lives on in stationery.
・Bernoulli Curve Blades:
Scissors that cut at the optimal angle (30 degrees) at all times, whether at the root or tip, by curving the blades. Both cardboard and milk cartons cut crisply with light force.
・Non-Sticky Processing:
Through fluorine coating and 3D glueless structures, glue won't stick to the blades even cutting packing tape. Modifying "stress from not cutting" strictly into the past.
Q&A for Long-lasting Stationery Use
Q. What is a good pen for left-handers?
A. Japan's quick-drying gel inks like "EnerGel (Pentel)" and "Sarasa (ZEBRA)" are the strongest. It dries the moment you write, releasing you from the stress of rubbing and dirtying the text with your left hand.
Q. My fountain pen ink is clogged.
A. No need to panic. Putting lukewarm water (or water) in a cup and soaking the nib overnight will melt out the hardened ink. The important thing is to "write even a little bit every day." That is the best maintenance.
Q. I want to gift a fountain pen.
A. If it's their first one, the easy-to-handle "Cartridge Type" is recommended, and for the nib thickness, the highly versatile "F (Fine)" or "FM (Fine-Medium)" is advised. Japanese maker items have few individual differences and are easy for anyone to write with, so you can gift them with peace of mind.
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