Washi Tape (mt)

A collective term for Japan's unique notebook and planner culture, encompassing bullet journaling, planner techniques, and the Nolty planner tradition. From decorative 'techo deco' to practical task management, this culture of loving pen and paper has spread its influence worldwide.

A customizable leather-cover notebook system released by Designphil (Midori) in 2006. Its simple structure allowing freely interchangeable refills and the naturally aging leather texture have won devotees among journal enthusiasts worldwide. The Traveler's Notebook embodies the Japanese culture of 'writing' to record travel and daily life, becoming a cult stationery product.

Tombow's washi tape with colorful, decorative designs used for wrapping, DIY, and planner decoration. Fusing Japanese craft and stationery culture, it is popular globally for creative applications and aesthetic appeal.

The 'mt' brand masking tape by Kamaiji Paper. Originally used in construction, it was repositioned as decorative stationery with abundant design patterns, achieving explosive popularity among younger Japanese consumers. By merging functional repurposing with aesthetics, it established an important new category in Japan's stationery market.

Japanese washi paper manufacturing represents over a thousand years of artisanal tradition. Using hand-processing of plant fibers, it achieves distinctive strength and aesthetic qualities unique to handmade paper. Regional variations like Echizen, Mino, and Tosa washi have contributed to Japanese cultural foundations. Many artisans continue to practice this UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage today.

A Japanese writing instrument manufacturer that started with fountain pens and achieved worldwide success with the erasable Frixion ballpoint pen. Pilot is loved by users around the globe for its high-quality writing experience and innovative technologies.

A venerable writing instrument manufacturer founded in 1913, known for the MONO pencil series and correction tape. The MONO eraser in particular has become an iconic symbol of Japanese stationery due to its exceptional quality.