hibikaku’s Favorite 7 Tools for a Handwritten Life
For hibikaku, every page begins with the simple act of writing. Known for their love of planners and handwriting, they believe that through “writing every day,” even ordinary moments become precious. Their creations turn this belief into form—companions for handwritten time, decorated with original illustrations that make every note a little warmer.
This month, we take a peek into hibikaku’s desk to see the stationery that brings calm rhythm and inspiration to their daily life.
Meet hibikaku
Name
About
- Loving planners, loving handwriting. Through the act of “writing every day,” even ordinary moments become precious. We create companions for this handwritten time, designed with our original illustrations.
Style
- Soft, thoughtful, practical beauty
Inspiration
- Everyday journaling moments and the gentle pace of handwritten time
hibikaku’s Top 10 Favorite Items
1. Uni-ball One F / Uni-ball One P / Uni-ball Zento (Mitsubishi Pencil)
What I use it for
- Reliable ballpoint pens for everyday writing.
Why it’s special
“Every Uni-ball pen writes beautifully. I use the Uni-ball One F for my daily logs, the P for on-the-go notes since it’s compact, and the Zento for idea sketches because of its smooth, water-based ink flow.”
2. Writable Masking Tape – Flake Type (MARK’S)
What I use it for
- Masking tape that can be written on with water-based pens, perfect for planner decoration.
Why it’s special
“Being able to write on top is incredibly convenient. The designs are adorable, and I love collecting them in folders by type. I often use these tapes as a base when decorating my planner pages.”
3. Mildliner & Mildliner Brush (ZEBRA)
What I use it for
- Soft-colored markers for daily highlights
Why it’s special
“The color range is amazing—each shade is so delicately balanced that I can’t help but collect more. I use them for planner decoration, dividing sections in notebooks, or color-coding my household budget. They’re part of my everyday routine.”
4. MUJI Desktop Mini Calendar
What I use it for
- A simple, compact desk calendar for quick date checks.
Why it’s special
“During meetings or phone calls, it’s so handy to check dates at a glance. The minimal design fits anywhere, and that simplicity is what I love most.”
5. TAMIYA Tweezers
What I use it for
- Precise tweezers for placing small stickers or packaging stickers.
Why it’s special
“They’re smooth, flexible, and comfortable to use—essential for sticker-making. I can’t imagine my work process without them.”
6. TRAVELER’S Notebook – Passport Size + Refill Sticker Sheet
What I use it for
- Used as a sticker book.
Why it’s special
“I regularly move my favorite stickers here so I can use them anytime. The small passport size fits perfectly into my pen case, making it easy to carry everywhere.”
7. Cute Memo Pads
What I use it for
- For planner decoration, quick shopping notes, or message cards for business partners.
Why it’s special
“I can’t resist collecting cute memo pads—especially from museums when I travel. I try not to save them for later; I use them freely in my daily life.”
Reflections from hibikaku’s Desk
Each of hibikaku’s favorites blends practicality with a gentle love for handwriting. From soft-colored markers to tapes you can write on, these tools aren’t just stationery,they’re quiet companions that turn everyday notes into moments of calm and creativity.
Hibikaku’s stationery selection reminds us that inspiration doesn’t need to come from something grand,it can grow quietly from the pages we fill each day.
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Join the Conversation
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Next month, we’ll visit another creator and see how they bring inspiration to their desk. Stay tuned!
