WHY is Japan OBSESSED with Paper?! 😍

[@JetPens]

Part 2 is up! Watch here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fam1XqB4jKiKrrs

[@Ay-B]

Please do a part two. I am not Japanese, but I am obsessed with paper too! I match my pens to notebooks based on how the pen performs on the paper.

[@katietan2024]

Me too

[@RadioRich100]

Then you need a shrink like her.

[@mattsoca1]

@@RadioRich100 Well, I am a psychiatrist, YOU are the one who would benefit from seeking psychiatric/psychological assistance. Based on your pathetically ascerbic statement, your life must be a great disappointment and/or miserable.

[@Call-me-Al]

@@RadioRich100 experts are valuable and get paid for their knowledge, unlike you and your comment.

[@RadioRich100]

@@Call-me-Al Utube "experts" are self appointed and are trying to get paid for something nobody needs. They are far from valuable. If you think they are then you are a very shallow and gullible person.

[@JH-no8sy]

You don’t have to be Japanese to appreciate quality paper. As someone that does a lot of writing, art, and researching, paper quality has always meant something to me, right down to the feel of the paper in the book I am reading. I do however like the options available in Japanese stationary. I’m a big fan of the Campus notebooks and the Hobonichi Techo.

[@vanessatan4602]

ye the campus notebooks are one of the best ive tried

[@sevenmillionhobbies7840]

I could listen all day about Japanese people using paper and what they write and how it differs from the common everyday citizen to more specialized fields. Music to my ears. uwu

[@Jvxlca]

'uwu' 🤓

[@blindaurora]

This is so interesting to me as an American. I'd love to know more about the history of paper in Japan!

[@mikelisteral7863]

number one killer in japan is the paper cut

[@Reiliferei]

I love Japan's overall attention to detail

[@taccora]

This explains why Japan has the best paper (for writing) I've encountered.

[@GorgieClarissa]

As an American, I LOVED stationary stores in Japan!! I bought so much stuff and I still use it every day. Cute paper, pens, postcards. Even my calligraphy pens are Japanese. It would be a dream to open a stationary store in the USA. I felt like I was in heaven when I was in Itoya. 6 or 7 FLOORS of stationary.

[@florabella21]

Itoya is heaven!!!

[@simoneshirali6010]

Japan is one of the most developed countries but still is stuck to its ancient roots 😌😌 It is just very very pleasing to see this 🥰

[@itszacharytime]

i wish more people talked about Japanese paper

[@protzmar8698]

Part two please and also bloopers in the end. Thank you!

[@LenaMellow]

You didn’t mention Tomoe River Paper or what was going to be a likely replacement for it - the most important paper question of the year!

[@werelemur1138]

I've seen a few reviews of what they are calling "Successor."

[@caramelldansen.]

i must have missed something, what's happening to tomoe river paper 😥 it's my favorite

[@radicalbacon]

@@caramelldansen. It's been discontinued

[@caramelldansen.]

@@radicalbacon ah :( sad to hear that, thanks for the reply

[@armanismail2159]

The best paper using for fountain paper is Tomoe River.

[@ejboshart0161]

I had never even heard of dot grid notebooks until I started looking more at Japanese papers and stationery. It's now one of my favorite ruling styles. Many Japanese papers are also fountain pen friendly, which I really appreciate!

[@nonnymous3369]

Konichiwa, i am a 50 year old female from the United Kingdom and love writing. I think it is importand to hand write letters as i believe it shows effort and consideration to others if you can take the time to write to someone. I would love to see another video about Japans history with paper and writing. Maybe the wall art and Japanese calligraphy, origami and why origami is special. I have liked and subscribed because this video meant alot to me. Can you also consider telling us what pens are/were traditional in Japenese writing please. Thank you so much for your videos and work.

[@LaLa_ArtGal]

I would LOVE to see a part two about paper! This video made me want Many More Notebooks ... RIGHT NOW!!! 😄😄😄

[@grec.]

Please. Stop giving me a new reason to love Japan 😍

[@Nickabod79]

I had no clue about Japanese stationary when I was at university. So I've made up for lost time and have developed a bit of a reputation in my department for my pen collection. I'm a middle-aged mom now, going back to do my PhD. Bring on all the stationary things!!

[@randy-9842]

Thank you, Miriam! Add my vote to a Part 2 episode. I would be interested in the writing styles, writing instruments, paper styles (like you covered today), the art of paper making if you could delve into that and, the art of using paper for things other than writing such as origami, nengajo and noshi (if I spelled those correctly!). It seems there is even an art to wrapping packages in Japan. The Japanese excel at these things. I love your comment about Japan still embracing analog tools. IMO, those of us in America lost something important when we moved to hi-tech. I think that's one of my top reasons for returning to fountain pens, ink and paper in my aging years. [ Hint: my return has been a thoroughly enjoyable, albeit rather expensive, deep dive down the rabbit hole -- thanks, Jet Pens! :-) ]

[@JetPens]

Do you use Japanese notebooks? Tell us your favorite ones in the comments! Make sure to like and subscribe to see more videos like this.

[@deerpathfarm9867]

Kokuyo campus 😄

[@SageMoobloom]

I use Kokuyo Campus and I really love the binder notebook, I use the binder feature a lot because I am super indecisive and re-arrange my notes often

[@rpreciado331]

Mini documentary on paper please 👍 I would like a part 2, thank you guys

[@deerpathfarm9867]

@@SageMoobloom yes, that’s the only one I have-and I haven’t even used it yet-😅 so excited to use it, and am getting more campus products in the future!

[@arillusine]

I use notebooks of bound tomoe river paper. Do you know of any good alternatives with similar properties? I love how thin the pages are because I can get notebooks that last me a long time but don’t end up being super thick for the number of pages I get.

[@メキシコ人-k2v]

Yes I would like a part 2. Currently I'm using a midori for Journaling, but I also have some leuchtturm1917, rhodia, clairfontaine notebooks. Also, why do you not carry any blank page leuchtturm1917 notebooks? I wanted to buy some from your site but you don't have any 😢

[@darbytims5968]

It looks like leuchtturm1917 has them on their own site. Lots of options. Do they not ship to where you are?

[@メキシコ人-k2v]

@@darbytims5968 I did buy some from somewhere else, I just find it odd that jetpens doesn't have any blank notebooks in any color.

[@bernadetterobertson9957]

Thank you for making this video. I am a writer/calligrapher by heart and I write on paper all the time. I have fallen in love with Japanese paper, it is more better than the plain paper I have used for years. I have been to your online store and have a notebook in mind that I want to order when I get money.

[@wallymorris686]

A video about the history of Japanese paper would be very interesting to me. In college I worked 2 summers in a paper mill in the southeastern United States.

[@scsstopmotions989]

In Savannah or New Brunswick I would assume but I could be wrong

[@wallymorris686]

@@scsstopmotions989 St. Mary’s, Gilman Paper Company

[@countduckula9977]

Thanks Miriam for hosting such a fascinating video; please do a part 2 video.

[@paillette2010]

I still have my Midori eraser I got as a kid in Japan in the 1970’s. The paper choices are stunning. Thank you!

[@carolinebennett5615]

I so enjoyed this. Thank you. I am a stationery addict and love my Japanese notebooks and planners. I appreciate the fine quality paper and attention to detail. I know most of the brands you mention and buy them regularly. It was illuminating to hear how this excellence comes about. There is great stationery here in the UK too and in Europe but it’s so different to the Japanese approach. Fascinating video.

[@ImprovementGang]

Wow, this is something that we are not fully aware that it’s a thing. Truly amazing tbh. I wonder if future generations will look at us with desktop, laptop, ipad, phone, and watches..

[@karleneb1263]

When I went to a museum in Kyoto, they had a side shop that sold all types of washi paper. They even let you purchase what you need or leftover scraps. I purchased some washi paper and a traditional notebook. The paper and the craftsmanship is so beautiful, that I probably will never write in the notebook and frame the sheets of paper. Japanese paper is just amazing to touch and use just like my first Campus notebook. It was so easy to carry and lesson plan in. I wished that I had that size of a notebook in college. It would have been a breeze to keep all of my notes separate instead of having to always split my notebooks in half for each subject😞

[@Von_D]

I was surprised at the quality of Japanese paper from Daiso, which is basically Japan's dollar store. It was head and shoulders above anything a North American dollar store would ever offer. Hell, here in Canada, loose leaf and notebooks aren't really a dollar, more so $1.25-$2.00.

[@mb5ggX2SyFMM]

I have a Daiso in my city and I enjoy the notebooks, washi tape, and stickers at the affordable entry prices. There is another store, Maido, that carries Japanese pens, fountain pens, notebooks, and stationery. I like to see and touch the stock items, then order them from JetPens at cheaper prices. 🤫

[@deerpathfarm9867]

Part two please!!!🥰🥰🥰

[@bananaskin7527]

I love writing with fountain pens and 24 lb linen paper. I've tried Tomoe River paper, but I think I how the paper feels in my hands is as important as how it feels when I write with my fountain pens. I'll watch the video again, and try a couple new Japanese papers. Thank you.

[@The7threst]

A part 2 (and maybe 3, 4, 5 and 6 too :) ) would be great. I definitely want to know more about the history of techo-culture in Japan.

[@favoritemommy74]

Would love a part 2 and beyond! Interesting.

[@DeputatKaktus]

“Did you know Japan still uses fax machines?” Public administration in Germany: Halten Sie mein Bier… Seriously though: Fax machines are still going strong here because of pig-headed stubbornness where “embracing digital” is often synonymous with “we have a website with our office hours, and we even have an email system that we use to tell you that you need to fax certain documents.” It is getting better but you would not believe how software that is 20+ years old is still being used. Some systems/processes rely on Windows98 for Pete’s sake. Looking at you, Berlin District Court. I am surprised that punch cards are not a thing anymore.

[@avaDesdemona]

It's a legal thing. Emails are not considered tamper proof, but a fax is...

[@hibisco345]

I work in healthcare and was told that faxes are more secure. Can anyone more tech savvy than me confirm or negate that?

[@seemeplan]

Yes to a part two!

[@aartadventure]

Great job of sharing a lot of detailed information quickly. I'd love to see a video focused just on Japanese made watercolour papers. I lived in Japan for 8 years and barely scratched the surface of the paper available there.

[@angel4ever1]

So many wonderful choices! I definitely do not need any more notebooks or journals right now. But this video has me wanting some new ones!

[@queenbunnyfoofoo6112]

Very interesting. Yes to a part 2.

[@amritasarkar7893]

Please, please. Videos on history of stationery in Japan, contemporary stationery culture, everything 😍😍😍

[@JetPens]

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[@insearchofvalue8034]

An Indian I have seen teachers give attention to students with good handwriting, unlike in the US. I like how excellence is celebrated in every field in Japan.

[@Kwilts54]

Please make a part 2, and part 3, and….more. 😃 I learned a lot. I better understand the different Kokuyo notebook papers. And why Japan makes such a wide variety of well designed and specialized writing implements and papers.

[@shei1980]

Wow you have answered so many questions that I did not know I needed! I really want to know more. Now I know that I havent been buying the right paper for me and my fountain papers and gel pens.

[@kevinkohler2750]

This is such a wonderful introduction to the different types of Japanese papers! Thank you!

[@rofreemail3921]

Love it 🥰 please make a second video. It’s so hard to find a good notebook with good paper

[@cornerstone5536]

Miriam, I hope you and Jet pens continue to do these types of videos. I especially liked the informative aspect of this video. Miriam, your personality and interest in stationary comes through in the video. thanks for researching and sharing this with us!

[@austinbookartscenter3287]

Thank you for making and posting this video. I would like to know about the archival properties of the papers you mention. I know that paper made from soft wood pulp is inherently acidic and will not last as long as paper made from cotton or fibers like kozo, gampi, and mitsumata. Is paper made from hard wood also inherently acidic? I know that the sizing used to prevent paper from acting like a blotter and spreading ink also affects the acidic or basic state of the paper. If chlorine is used to make the paper white, that also affects the long term stability of the paper. How long will these papers last? Are the papers manufactured in Japan? Is the plant in harmony with the natural environment?

[@renevallejo3235]

Great video Miriam. Congratulations. I can’t wait for part two.

[@salmiakki7652]

Big fan of fine writing, my husband and I work 2000km apart so I write to him often and he has a box of all the letters I've written, I like writing on parchment in particular as it's thin but also fountain pen friendly. I find it such a soothing process and I can express myself in a longer train of thought than I can talking on the phone or texting.

[@Angayasse]

Please do a part 2, part 3, part.... as many as possible, and as long as possible! I could watch these videos for hours. :)

[@samadrita_]

Please! I am an avid fan of Japanese culture and it would be a delight to learn more about it. We all need a part 2.

[@caelishirin2887]

I love Midori MD paper. I started using the Midori 1Page-Day journal as my journal for 2021 and absolutely loved it. Gel pens just glide on the paper and the colors show really well. I can stick alot of stuff like washi, paper, even polaroids, and the paper is still intact. Sure, the journal ia super bulky, but the journal itself is durable. Love it. Decided to try the Hobonichi cousin this year because there was a rumor or news that the makers of the Tomoe river paper were discontinuing that line, so I wanted to try it before it's gone. The paper is thinner than what I'm used to, but I love how the pens work with the paper. Loving it so far.

[@Flybabyfish]

Thank you JetPens for your dedication!! I absolutely adore this channel, i rewatch your videos all the time! Half way to 1Mil subscribers!🥳 congratulations!!! I recommend your videos to anyone!!!

[@caramariedayart5456]

Would love more of these

[@ghlmk5931]

I would totally love a part 2! I’ve loved stationery all my life, and I’d love to hear about how Japanese culture is keeping paper alive in an increasingly digital world.

[@larissayumy]

That’s the thing, they barely digitize stuff in Japan. You use paper for everything. Lots of people here are digital illiterate comparing to where I come from at least, so the acceptance to digital is kinda slow. When the pandemic started people were kinda lost with all the work/study at home because they were not used to it. Had to help a mom (in her early 30s) set up a Skype account for her son (late teens) because they didn’t know how, while I had a Skype account I created myself since I was like 11. Had to explain what an email is to another adult person. Of course this is not everyone but still. Also physical books, manga, magazines, newspaper etc are very much alive here.

[@olufunkeolunloyo3303]

Thank you for this. I still am obsessed with paper, practically from birth, till this day.

[@waltski4375]

Thank you for the informative video. When I was at university, I worked in a US paper mill during summer break and they used a mixture of hardwood and softwood pulp. The smell of the kraft process is one you do not easily forget. :-)

[@AionNoBara]

Yes part 2 please! I had no idea they used wood pulp. In wood pulp canvases and watercolor paper, it brings out the paper texture that fades after paint application. But this is so cool for writing. I would like to know more about washi tape and origami paper! I love this kind of stuff and I promote it heavily to friends and family lol

[@MichaelRpdx]

What a great introduction to Japanese paper. Part 2 Please!

[@blindaurora]

I just received a Kanso Noto notebook for Christmas, along with my first fountain pen, and I'm enjoying journaling with them so much!

[@Gigan83]

I'd love to see a second installment in this series.

[@kellkatz]

Fascinating- thanks! Can you do more please? Thanks

[@jessplansandwrites]

Love this video and I do hope you'll make a Part 2! 💙

[@amigadecachorros]

This is someone putting out content I didn’t know I wanted but now I can’t live without

[@rodneywk1]

What a fantastic quick look into Japanese paper culture. Love the video!

[@soundknight]

This is so cool, I really enjoyed this and it helped me understand the reason why I have been obsessed with Japanese paper for the last 5 years. They really do think of the little details.

[@StyngRay1]

Just fantastic. Writing daily (journals, notes, interactions with the brain and paper and hand movement in a 3D fashion etc) almost guarantees that Alzheimer disease will not affect the person. The better the quality of the paper and the writing instrument, the longer and more satisfying the interaction.

[@randy-9842]

StyngRay - I agree that writing, especially with Fountain Pens, tends to minimize and delay Alzheimer disease. The entire process of maintaining the pens, selecting the paper, ink and nib help, but mostly, it's the simple act (and enjoyment) of writing things out. We've lost much of that with cell phones, texts and e'mail.

[@languageandhobbies]

Thanks for the explainer, and I would indeed like a Part 2. You didn't get into Tomoe River Paper, Maruman, Apica, Deleter manga paper, or kawaii letter sets such as those by Midori and Furukawashiko (washi paper).

[@sushi23]

hiii i love your video so much i watch your video everyday♡♡♡♡♡♡

[@rohinibhat4955]

I would love to know more about Japanese paper and uses. I am new to some of this paper but I am in love with the beautiful Japanese paper in form of planners and notebooks. Thank you for the video.

[@moiz217]

Thanks for the informative video. Would love to hear more about the archival quality Japanese papers, which are fountain pen friendly. Also mention international shipping options. Thanks.

[@JetPens]

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[@momehussain]

Thank you for this video! I always enjoy using Japanese paper and look forward to part two.

[@rongibbs3403]

I enjoyed the Paper from Japan video. Please do more. Your videos have prompted me to buy more product than any other form of outreach you do. Please keep them coming.

[@bradenweinmann5611]

Please do part 2! I love these informational videos.

[@kr0wn597]

I would love a part too! As someone who has always been super sensitive to touch I have always loved feeling the difference in texture when it comes to books and paper and always loved how Japanese paper felt better than a lot of the competition! I would love to see what you guys would do for a part 2!

[@pcelan9689]

PLEASE MAKE A PART 2! 🙏✍

[@tsilveira5866]

Not only do they make superb paper but also, in my humble opinion, luxurious inks. My favourite is the Pilot Iroshizuko line of inks.

[@katismith]

I would love an additional video on Japanese paper.

[@tabitacarlsson9632]

Yes please do a part two! This video was so interesting and had a lot of good info. I wouldn’t mind a longer video with more goodies 😎

[@BrooklenAshleigh]

Would love to see a follow up including Tomoe River paper! One of the Hobonichi's best aspects!

[@Scouzeboy]

Greetings from Australia Please make part 2. This was very informative. Thanks.

[@catpawrosales4265]

Always up for learning more - totally here for a part 2!

[@mind7938]

wow, i never knew this! i find their attention to detail soooo cooool

[@annej710]

Please make a part two! This was so interesting!

[@staceydailey6394]

I just adore paper.

[@cf4833]

Please do make a part 2 thank you! Loved the video super helpful

[@quiltknit]

I worked for a Paper Company! I had to make paper by hand! Both: Wood Pulp and Cotton Linters! Brings Back many Me movies! Thank-You!

[@bluegirlgraphics]

Iv'e always had a fascination with paper textures, pens and stationery in general. A sequel to this would be fantastic. :)

[@AndiLea]

I would love a part two!

[@angelicamorita257]

Part two, please!! I'm from BRAZIL 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@KiraConnally]

Please make a part 2. Japanese paper is such a joy to use; I would love to know more about it.

[@pristinabread]

I loved this history lesson moment. Thank you. Part II would be good.

[@dkmm5037]

I’d LOVE a part 2!!!!!

[@uyenionjack]

I bring 1 roller black pen, 3 ballpoint black pens and 4 gel black pens to work, each from different brands because every paper has it’s own matching pen.

[@zibbernautinbookspace]

I wish I had known about the interest in stationary when I was in Japan in high school... knowing there are stationary-dedicated STORES there, makes me almost want to go back!

[@zibbernautinbookspace]

@@alessia9328 Theres Staples but it also sells computers/furniture etc, it's not dedicated to stationary only so doesn't get much unique stuff :C

[@SimplyAlethia]

Yes to Part 2.

[@aracelia.4532]

I love paper products, pens, pencils, etc. I would love to learn more about the history of paper in Japan. I was aware it was a cultural thing, but no exact details. Please do a part 2. Thank you so much.

[@ewaayurveda]

Thank you for this video! Please make part 2 😊

[@cqpadovani]

Awesome!! I would love to know more!!

[@jeanradko5311]

This was very interesting. I would like to see a part two!

[@craftcreek4624]

Hello, I am new to jet pens and so happy with my techo, pen & punch products. I would welcome further info about Japan’s paper culture, as it seems so evolved

[@sailorfan86]

Love Japan. When it comes to stationary goods they think of everything. I love love shopping in Japan.