Best Tokyo Souvenirs for Foreign Visitors: Food, Stationery, Beauty & More

A table with ink bottles, beakers, and paper with test writing.

Tokyo is one of the best cities in the world for buying things — but knowing what to buy, and where, separates a well-curated haul from a bag full of regrets. This guide is written specifically for foreign visitors: practical, specific, and focused on what actually travels well and genuinely impresses back home. What Makes Continue reading “Best Tokyo Souvenirs for Foreign Visitors: Food, Stationery, Beauty & More”

Kamihaku Survival Guide: Diving into the Bottomless Swamp of Stationery

Illustrated wooden stamps arranged on a table.

Welcome to Kamihaku: Diving into the Bottomless Stationery Swamp Hey everyone! It is CityNomix here. Today, I am taking you into the incredible world of Kamihaku. It is a dream event for paper lovers. It is also a bottomless swamp of stationery.   I arrived 20 minutes early. However, there was already a long line Continue reading “Kamihaku Survival Guide: Diving into the Bottomless Swamp of Stationery”

Falling into the Pen Oasis at Kakimori: Frost, Glass Pens, and Dip Pens in Kuramae

Kakimori amber glass pen in a box.

Stepping into the Stationery Oasis at Kakimori Kuramae Hello everyone! This is CityNomix.   Today, we are walking through the charming streets of Kuramae, often referred to as Tokyo’s Brooklyn.   This neighborhood, filled with renovated warehouses and artisan shops, offers new discoveries at every corner.   And today, I want to share my deep Continue reading “Falling into the Pen Oasis at Kakimori: Frost, Glass Pens, and Dip Pens in Kuramae”

Crafting Your Own Kakimori Ink: A 45-Minute Deep Dive into Tokyo’s Best Custom Ink Workshop

Black hanging cube sign for the ink stand.

Discovering the Endless Obsession of Kakimori Ink in Kuramae Yesterday, I visited Kakimori in Kuramae. Specifically, my goal was to create a stylish custom notebook.   However, I completely fell in love with their craftsmanship. Therefore, I decided to take on a new creative challenge.   Furthermore, the friendly staff suggested creating an original custom Continue reading “Crafting Your Own Kakimori Ink: A 45-Minute Deep Dive into Tokyo’s Best Custom Ink Workshop”