Announcement of the “Stationery Store Awards 2026”! A Complete Showcase of the Latest Stationery Carefully Selected by Professionals!

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This year marks the 14th "Stationery Store Awards." A full lineup of ever-evolving stationery items! Out of approximately 1,200 nominated products, which one will take the grand prize this year?

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What is the "Stationery Store Awards"? A selection of masterpieces chosen by stationery professionals!

Launched in 2013, the "Stationery Store Awards" celebrates its 14th year this year. It attracts great attention from stationery fans and manufacturers alike! The most highly rated items, as chosen by staff from famous stationery stores across Japan, are announced. Judges are selected from sales staff—true "stationery professionals"—at 13 major stationery retailers nationwide. From products newly released in the past year, they rigorously select the items they would "buy with their own money." Based on these voices from the front lines, the "Stationery Store Awards" determines the very best products.

Introducing the latest must-see stationery items in Japan all at once!

In Fusosha MOOK's "Stationery Store Awards 2026," not only the "Grand Prize" but also the "Design Award," "Functionality Award," "Idea Award," and category awards for "Writing & Erasing," "Storage," "Communicating & Preserving," and "Attaching, Clipping & Cutting" are announced.

Among the 762 noteworthy new products lined up, which items have received the seal of approval from the "stationery store staff" who engage with stationery more seriously than anyone else? Please enjoy the evolution and appeal of the latest stationery!

[Grand Prize] Solid Light / LACONIC

The simple and functional design creates beautiful movements and invites you to enjoy writing.

Point 1: Sleek, refined design—simplicity is stylish

The sturdy body uses metal materials. The barrel, coated with rubber, fits comfortably in the hand, achieving both a minimalist design and high functionality. Winner of the "2025 Good Design Award" sponsored by the Japan Institute of Design Promotion.

Point 2: Pursuit of writing comfort through subtraction

Meticulous design achieves a perfectly balanced center of gravity. The moderate weight provides a stable writing experience. By eliminating the clip and adding a hexagonal ring to prevent rolling, the pen allows you to focus even more on writing.

Point 3: Always portable—an indispensable companion

Its unique weight and presence, and above all, its excellent writing feel, make you want to show it off. This is an item that lets you enjoy the pleasure of owning something smart and simple. There is also a dedicated genuine leather pen case set for convenient carrying.

[Design Award] Komagoma File A4 Size / Sakura Craypas

No more losing important papers! This is the one place for all your important documents.

Point 1: Accordion-style pockets make sorting easy

Manage all the papers that pile up daily, such as children's homework, tests, drawings, and notices. With 13 pockets and index stickers, it's easy to organize and store. It's also recommended for filing important documents like warranties or fan merchandise by purpose.

Point 2: Easy to insert and remove documents

The pockets are A4 size. The pockets are slightly lower in height, making it easy to insert and remove memos or documents of various sizes. The clear pockets let you see the contents and prevent items from falling out.

Point 3: Stands upright with hook-and-loop fastener—very convenient

Made of plastic, this case is designed to stand upright securely even when closed. The opening is equipped with hook-and-loop fasteners, making it easy to close and tidy up, and it can compactly store a large number of documents. Comes with a handle for easy carrying.

[Functionality Award] FriXion Synergy 3 / PILOT

Write, erase, and stay smart—truly a high-spec companion

Point 1: Renowned writing feel now available in 0.4mm

Equipped with PILOT’s uniquely developed “Synergy Tip,” which is synonymous with the FriXion series. It starts writing smoothly and produces fine, fluid lines, making it highly popular. The versatile black, red, and blue inks are now available in an ultra-fine 0.4mm tip.

Point 2: An erasable ballpoint pen

The main reason this series is so beloved is its erasability. Just like erasing pencil marks with an eraser, you can rub the attached rubber to erase the ink. “FriXion Ink” overturned the conventional wisdom of ballpoint pens with its property of becoming colorless through heat generated by friction.

Point 3: Sleek body available in five colors to suit your style

The slim, stylish, and lightweight body is perfect for carrying around, and the refillable design makes you want to use it for a long time. The 0.4mm tip comes in five barrel colors with both gloss and soft tones, making it even easier to match your needs and preferences.

[Idea Award] Unidentified Flying Flat Pouch / Sun-Star Stationery

Big impact. The UFO lights up! Is it abducting?

Point 1: The cow abduction that makes you chuckle

A cow is being sucked up by an unidentified flying object! This unique design captures a scene that will make you smile. The small pouch in fluorescent colors represents the UFO’s beam, and you’ll want to move the acrylic cow charm attached to the zipper up and down.

Point 2: The UFO sparkles

The UFO part uses reflector material. It reflects light, making the UFO shine mysteriously in the dark. Attach it to your bag to improve visibility in low-light conditions.

Point 3: Colorful beams—Which color will you choose?

Available in four neon colors. As a vivid, large charm on your bag, it will definitely catch people’s attention. You can store character goods or your favorite acrylic stands in the flat pouch and carry them around without getting them dirty.

List of Jury Stores (in alphabetical order)

Ishimaru Bunkodo, Office Vendor, Kumazawa Bookstore, COACH & FOUR, Seibunkan Bookstore, TSUTAYA Books, Nagasawa Stationery Center, Novelty Laboratory, Hands, Maruzen Junkudo Bookstore, Yurindo, Yodobashi Camera, Loft

“Stationery Store Awards” Official Website: https://www.fusosha.co.jp/special/bunbougu/

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