The world of Japanese washi tape and planners

Japanese Washi Tape

Can you believe that you can color your life with washi tape? This tape is the perfect way to add some colorful touches to your home or apartment. Lucky for you, we have come up with a nice list of different kinds of washi tape you can use to brighten your life.

1. Classiky Washi Tape

Available in singles or sets - These are classic Japanese washi masking tapes that come in multiple patterns, colors, and widths. They are perfect for scrapbooking, collage, cute gift wrapping and packaging.

2. Mini MT Kids

MT (stands for masking tape) is a popular Japanese brand of washi tape that makes all kinds of patterns and colors including these fun patterns for kids. Perfect for arts and crafts and decorating.

3. MT Casa Washi Tape 50mm

Some tapes come in a super wide 50mm. These are called casa because you can use this tape to decorate your home. MT has a website dedicated to showing different ways to use this tape. Check it out.

4. Japanese Christmas Washi Tape

Of course there are seasonal patterns available as well. Can you imagine a christmas gift accentuated with some of this cute holiday tape?

5. Mini Scrapbooking Deco MASTÉ

Mini Scrapbooking Deco MASTÉ Japanese Washi Masking Tape can look great in a scrapbook, or if you are making someone a gift.

Japanese Journals and Planners

Though we can manage daily tasks with our smartphones, in Japan, physical daily planner books still have a strong following. Here is a list of popular planners in Japan.

1. Hobonichi

The Hobonichi Techo (“tay-choh”) is a Japanese daily planner from the creators of the website Hobo Nikkan Itoi Shimbun, or “Hobonichi”. This planner gets updated yearly based on user feedback. It is a tested and well used planner with a huge following. People like it because you can customize it to your needs.

2. Midori Diary Paper Notebooks

These are popular notebooks with refillable paper. When you use all your paper you can keep your diary and add new pages easily. The paper is bleed-resistant, feather-resistant, and fountain pen friendly, and is tested to ensure high quality.

3. Moleskine Art Journal

These notebooks are famous around the world and definitely in Japan as well. With a sturdy construction, convenient pockets, and an interesting history, it's easy to see why moleskine journals are loved by so many. 

Videos

Watch how real Hobonichi Planner users enjoy writing, drawing, and pasting!

This next video shows someone creatively using the items from our ZenPop Stationery Pack! It's filled with all sorts of cool items. Check it out!

What kind of Japanese stationery items do you use?