![]() Hidden in a back alley of Nakameguro, the store sells original leather-bound notebooks for those wanting something more than a simple journal, or for protecting your diary as you travel around. “For traveler notebook fans! I always enjoy browsing through their store, especially their free stamping booth,” Kaila says. They have a collection of over 1,000 fountain pens - both imported and local. Maruzen Marunouchi is one of Japan’s largest bookstores and a go-to for bibliophiles, designed with the concept of a “Book Museum.” More than just books, however, it is also Kaila’s top destination for fountain pens. Kaila particularly enjoys their nature-patterned paper files and letter cards, like these flower pot-shaped ones. “It’s a delight to inspect their colorful wares, which come in distinct art styles.” Paper Message can also design personalized memorabilia for weddings and events. Kaila tells us that Paper Message is known for its seasonal die-cut stationery cards. “36 Sublo is another store similar to this, where you can find unique stationery and knick-knacks like this soy sauce container-style pen !” Paper Message KichijojiĬut-out platinum stars and chiffon pom-poms hang overhead as customers scan through Paper Message’s letter sheets, envelopes and pens. Kaila toured the store and highlighted their section of Kokeshi dolls - kitsch wooden toys painted in vibrant colors. Located in Mitaka, a neighborhood known for its sprawling park, flamboyant architectural spots and the Ghibli Museum, Yamada Stationery is a compact store boasting some rare finds. ![]() The store also sometimes holds workshops and events. Kaila recommends using their yarns for gift-wrapping too, rather than regular threads or lace. “Because of their unique style and premium quality, Avril yarns have become popular in journaling, especially for those who are into vintage-style journaling or junk journals.” Sturdy yarns and tools are necessary for any knitting, weaving and accessory-making hobbyist’s arsenal. The sounds of Avril’s yarns whirring steadily on textile machines fill the Kichijoji and Kyoto branches. They also have train stamp notebooks and train line washi tapes featuring Yamanote-sen, Saikyo-sen and more.” Kaila suggests using their items for travel journaling while one explores Japan. “I’m a big fan of Japanese trains so I love Trainiart’s washi tapes and collectibles. With outlets in Tokyo Station, Atre Kichijoji and a stunning museum store in Saitama’s Railway Museum, Kaila calls this a paradise for train buffs or Suica penguin fans. Trainiart, Saitama’s Railway Museum location For railway-themed stationery and other goods They also sell period pieces like an astrolabe and Bolretti sealing stamps. The store’s interior has a vintage, medieval kind of vibe.” A small shop in Kichijoji, Giovanni features an abundant collection of quill and glass pens, inks, parchments and ephemera recalling the Renaissance and Baroque ages. “I was curious about their custom-seal wax stamps and rubber stamps. I particularly liked Bumpodo’s art postcards because you can’t find those in LoFT.” Giovanni Kichijoji “The neighborhood it’s in, Jimbocho, is known for used bookstores - which gives the store added appeal. ![]() “It feels like Sekaido but on another level,” Kaila gushes. On the fifth and seventh floors is Bumpodo’s art school, where beginner to advanced students can learn and create together - free of charge. The towering Kanda store has eight floors replete with supplies for painting, sculpting, drawing and stationery, as well as a gallery on the fourth floor devoted to exhibiting young artists. Find some of her favorite spots below: Bumpodo Tokyoįounded in 1887, Bumpodo is Japan’s first specialty art store to manufacture and sell oil-based paints. Noticing Japan’s aesthetic sensitivity that extends from designs of company mascots to cafes and trains, Rainbowholic has been exploring Tokyo’s colorful art scene that caters to painters, calligraphers, hobbyists and even cat-themed-stationary enthusiasts. Manila-born stationery connoisseur and content creator Rainbowholic (also known as Kaila) would know better than anyone else the variety of art stores decorating the city. There’s more to the Tokyo art store guild than Kinokuniya or LoFT.
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