Taisho Romance - March 2025
For many, stationery is a tool to explore memories, nostalgia, aesthetic and romance. These are all feelings Japan connects with the short but sweet Taisho era at the beginning of the 20th century. This box features items that reflect the emergence of individualism and merging of the new western influences and old Japanese aesthetics that defined the Taisho era. Or at least how it is romanticized today. The box is designed with a hint of spring soon around the corner, and a hint of green for the year of the snake.
Mini Letter Set “NIPPON” From Furukawashiko
A letter set made of one of Japan’s highest quality paper, the mino washi. It’s made while showering the paper during the creation leading to a natural pattern between the elegant fibers. You can receive a Maiko or Samurai design in an art style reminiscent of the Taisho era in Japan, where western and Japanese designs began to mix. Did you know Nippon or Nihon is what Japan is called in Japanese?
Mini Japanese Essay Paper A Journey Through Literature series "Hatsukoi" From Kokorotodomu
This type of gridlined paper is the standard format for Japanese writers. This booklet is designed to inspire the poet in you with lines from the famous poem “Hatsukoi” written in the upper right corners. The poem parts read: “When I saw the gently parted bangs, beneath the apple tree…” 「mada age-some-shi maegami no、ringo no moto ni mie-shi toki」 The cover is a thicker rougher type, and the paper itself has a soft cream color replicating natural aging of paper. Illustrations by Shinzi Katoh
Uni-ball One Creative color White, Gold, Silver 0.38 From Mitsubishi Pencil
Say hello to creative colors! For the first time in the Uniball series, we have white ink, and metallic ink. We provide them all in one set so you can experience the classic crisp Uniball feeling with all 3 new tools. Perhaps it goes without saying but the white and silver pens look especially dazzling on darker paper.
Mini Mini Omamori Card From Greeting Life
Have you heard of Omamori? They’re usually small cloth charms with a blessing inside intended to protect or support you in the coming year. They’re usually bought at shrines, but this one comes in your ZenPop box! The idea here is that “words are the ultimate charm”. A heartfelt message of encouragement to look at now and again may be the true blessing. The amulet depict “Maneki neko” a symbol of good luck.
Yuzen Washi Tape From Shogado
The designs on this washi tape is unmissable with its blend of traditional patterns and modern flare. It’s made using Yuzen patterns originally designed for Kimono’s. The brand Shogado is based in Kyoto, Japan's cultural capital, and employs skilled artisans who hand dyes their items for the perfect look.
Flake Sticker Nihon no Hito From NB
Cute stickers made with Japanese crepe paper inspired by classical Japanese archetypes. They include a samurai, ninja, maiko, lord and sumo wrestler in a fun art style. The stickers have gold foil for an elegant finish, and slits on the backing paper for easy peeling.
Ema Eraser From Iwako
Ema are wooden plaques offered at shrines when making a wish or as a token of gratitude for wishes that have come true. Each shrine features unique artwork on its Ema, so be sure to check them out when visiting Japan! This eraser comes with wish stickers for love, success in an entrance exam or your wish came true. We can only guarantee for wishes that involve erasing graphite from paper.
ZIG Wink of Stella Brush Ⅱ/GL.GREEN From Kuretake
This is a brush pen made using calligraphy brush-making techniques. To use it, remove the cap and ink section. Remove the black ring. Then reattach the ink section and cap, before shaking until you hear a clicking sound. Finally, press the labeled “push” section until ink seeps into the brush. The green color and large glitter particles evoke the year of the snake and Japanese Macha. You can easily create gradients with this brush.
Masking Sticker From Kamiiso
This sticker sheet is not only made with washi paper, the designs themselves were created using washi tape! Artist Miki Tamura may possibly have the best job in the world, creating unique art layering washi tape for a warm look that can only be produced by handcraft. The company SAIEN that makes these are celebrating their 99th anniversary in 2025.
