The Nouto collection is a quietly confident range of notebooks and paper that takes traditional Japanese bookbinding seriously—without taking itself too seriously at all. Developed in close collaboration with dedicated notebook users and a century-old binding factory, each Nouto notebook is designed to behave impeccably in daily use: opening flat, staying put, and never demanding patience or persuasion. Thoughtful paper choices, calm layouts, and understated design details make the collection ideal for people who write, plan, sketch, and organise with intent. It’s not about grand gestures or flashy extras; it’s about notebooks that simply do their job, reliably and beautifully, every single day.
The Journal
Desk Therapy: 5 Calm & Minimalist Stationery Picks
Calm your space with five minimalist stationery picks from The Journal Shop. Simple, tactile tools for clearer thinking, gentler writing, and a slower kind of productivity.
Spring Stationery Refresh: 5 Simple Picks to Brighten Your Desk
Spring is the perfect excuse to give your workspace a gentle refresh. Whether you're tidying your desk, updating your planner, or simply want something new and lovely to write with, here are five of our favourite seasonal picks – each from a different brand we love at The Journal Shop.
How to Choose Your Blackwing Pencil Graphite Grade
Unsure about which Blackwing pencil suits your needs? Dive into our comprehensive Blackwing Pencil Graphite Guide to discover the ideal graphite grade for you. Whether you're sketching or writing, find the perfect Blackwing graphite type to suit your style.