When hundreds of Japanese college students sighed: "I wish I had a decent ball pen for job hunting," one attentive maker listened and created a pen that is both sturdy, elegant, and is able to write in three different colors. Apart from these colors, however, the thickness of the tip can also be adjusted, offering a thickness of 1.0mm, 0.7mm, and a precise 0.5mm. Made in Japan.
■Job Hunting Ball Pen 3-Way, Fountain Pen for 1,080 yen

This pouch is perfect for everybody who wants to get creative. Decorate it with the photos of your favorite idols, keyholders, badges - everything you like! The best part about it: the protective plastic keeps your favorite merchandise from getting dirty. Called "Ita Bag" -or ita pouch in this case - these kinds of bags to decorate yourself were born from Japan's prominent otaku culture and they are available in all sort of color variations. Regular pouches are, of course, also sold plentifully.
■Kamio Japan, Ita Pen Pouch for 1,598 yen

As a nation of bath-lovers, Japan has a lot of amazing products to offer that enhance one's bathing experience in all kind of ways. Among them is an ingenuous book holder with two little holes to put your fingers through, allowing you to turn the pages while your book or magazine stays perfectly dry! Paperbacks and manga can be used with this book protector as well.
■YOU-BUMI Waterproof Bookcase for 3,180 yen

With its elegant yet modern design, this notebook is popular with both young and old Japanese people. High of quality, the paper is smooth and pleasant to write on, and the cover is beautiful and sturdy. Every notebook is unique, carefully crafted by masters of their craft - genuine "Made in Japan" items.
■LIFE, Noble Note B5 5mm, N32 for 1,296 yen

Japan is dotted with shrines and temples and each and every one of them is unique and interesting to visit. There's a custom to collect vivid red stamps for every shrine and temple you visit, and the best way to gather these interesting collectibles? A proper stamp book, of course. This one comes from Kyoto and features a simple yet pretty design and high-quality paper. Why not go on a journey and collect as many seals as you can?
■Shogado, Goen Silk Seal Book for 1,404 yen

Join the masking tape craze and decorate your albums, notebooks, and diaries with these colorful and vibrant tapes! They are easily applied and peel off just as smoothly and, available in pretty much every shape and color, make it easy for each and every one to individualize their items!
■Round Top, Masking Tape "Dressing Flower" for 453 yen, "Sakura" for 518 yen

These adorable boxes feature various beloved characters and other designs. They're so-called "memo boxes," holding small, adorable memos that can be folded into unique shapes. They make for excellent gifts for friends and family - but be sure to get one for yourself as well!
■Beverly, Character Memo Box Doraemon AB for 648 yen each

While decorating one's house with posters and pictures is awesome, the tiny holes that thumbtacks tend to leave behind aren't. This is why smart people have come up with the Ninjapin, a wall-friendly thumbtack. Thanks to their V-shape, there's no need to worry about damaging your wall.
■＋d, Ninjapin Box of 5 for 432 yen.

The more you erase, the further you can trace the progression of the human race... in whichever direction you please! This unique eraser isn't just intriguing in design but also in quality, also making for an excellent stamp.
■＋d, Evolution Eraser in White for 324 yen

Even something as simple as a rubber band can be turned into something unique. The design of this one is taken from the so-called mizuhiki knot, a decorative knot used in celebrations and ceremonies. Fancy up your documents with a little bit of ancient Japanese spirit!
■Yokuyo, Rubber Band Wagomu for 496 yen

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