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Motoyama Maho’s Favorite Tools for Crafting Beautiful Paper Worlds
Explore the stationery and craft tools used by designer Motoyama Maho — from tape dispensers to precision tweezers. A look into the quiet, meticulous world of paper making.
Best Japanese Journal Accessories & Stencils
Discover the best Japanese journal accessories and templates from Midori and Kutsuwa. Elegant, practical tools for journaling, planning, and creative layouts.
How to Draw a Kawaii Character: Cute Drawing Tips for Beginners
Learn how to draw a kawaii character using simple shapes, cute faces, chibi proportions, and pastel colors. Easy cute drawing steps + ideas.
Best Multicolor Pens & Pencils in 2025 | Japanese Writing Tools Guide
Discover the best multicolor writing tools—from Jetstream multi pens and FriXion’s improved erasable ink to Pentel Art Multi pencils for creative work.
10 Cutest Japanese Erasers | Kawaii Erasers from Japan
Discover the cutest Japanese erasers—from Iwako food sets to Sumikko Gurashi, sushi, cherry blossom, and Hello Kitty designs to brighten any pencil case.
9 Most Original Japanese Erasers | Clever Erasers from Japan
Explore the most original Japanese erasers in 2025—from Kokuyo Mirikeshi and Kadokeshi to electric, retractable, foam, and precision erasers designed for students and artists.
ZenPop Year-End Holiday Schedule: Dec 30–Jan 4 Notice
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Our year-end office and logistics break runs from Dec 30 to Jan 4. Customer Service returns on Jan 5. Please check our holiday schedule before placing orders.
Where to Buy Japanese Stationery| Best Stores in Japan & Online
Discover where to buy Japanese stationery—Loft, Hands, MUJI, Itoya, character shops, online stores like ZenPop, plus our full Tokyo shopping guide.
Best Pilot Pens: G2, FriXion, Juice Up & More Review
Discover the 10 best Pilot pens—from the smooth G2 to the erasable FriXion, precise V5, sleek Juice Up, and Vanishing Point. Find your perfect writing tool.
Simple Origami Guide: Easy Folds, Tips & Kiriko Paper Tutorial
Learn the basics of Japanese origami with easy folds, helpful tips, and a Kiriko paper origami tutorial. Perfect for beginners and paper lovers.
How to make a Paper Crane Origami?
Ever wanted to get started with Japanese Paper folding? Here's how to make a beautiful Japanese Paper Crane Origami, and why it's such an important symbol.