Homeware, Lifestyle Goods & Stationery

Bring home the small joys of Japanese daily life with well-made pieces that balance function and design — from artisanal tableware and kitchen tools to American vintage-style stationery and thoughtful home accents. Highlights include ceramics from Shoho Gama, tools and paper goods from Penco, and homeware picks from Kitchen Paradise and AKOMEYA TOKYO. Curated by SolyJapan, discover practical items with quiet beauty that elevate every day.

Hobonichi ほぼ日

Hobonichi ほぼ日 以「每日一頁」格式與極薄 Tomoe River 紙聞名,兼具日記、筆記與插畫用途。創辦人糸井重里主張「把生活記錄下來,就是活著的證明」,讓每本手帳都充滿溫度與個人記憶感。

MIDORI

MIDORI(亦稱 Traveler’s Company)以極簡設計與高品質紙張打響名號,其可替換內頁機制讓手帳更有延展性與個性化。旗下產品兼具實用與設計感,是旅行者與書寫愛好者的收藏首選。

Jibun Techo ジブン手帳

Jibun Techo 由日本文具品牌 KOKUYO 開發,以「我的人生手帳」為理念,結合行事曆、生活記錄與想法筆記於一體。以高品質紙張與獨特三冊設計(DIARY/LIFE/IDEA)著稱,讓使用者能同時管理時間、目標與靈感,打造專屬於自己的成長軌跡。

Kitchen Paradise

Kitchen Paradise, founded in 2001 in Shirokane, Fukuoka, specializes in carefully curating Japanese and international kitchenware, including its own products like knives and copper pots. The owner personally tests and selects these small, yet surprisingly compact items, making them a favorite among culinary enthusiasts and professional chefs.

shohogama

SHOHOGAMA , located in Hasami, Nagasaki Prefecture, specializes in handmade Hasami-yaki ceramic tableware, including its Basil series and Mount Fuji designs. Known for its natural materials and exquisite hand-painting, these products showcase a warm, modern feel and are highly sought after by Japanese consumers, who value their practicality and artistic value, earning them an excellent reputation for both everyday use and special occasions.

YUUWA

YUUWA, headquartered in Arita, Saga Prefecture, specializes in Japanese-made Arita-yaki and Hasami-yaki ceramic tableware, as well as its "Tofu" coffee filters. Known for their durable ceramic material and exquisite design, Tofu eliminates the need for paper filters, improving water quality and enhancing coffee flavor. Japanese consumers praise its practicality and quality, making it a popular choice for both everyday and special occasions.

CRASH GATE

CRASH GATE was founded by Guan Furniture in 2013, integrating Japanese and industrial styles. It specializes in sofas, dining tables, storage units, lifestyle accessories and lighting fixtures. Its KNOT ANTIQUES, EASY LIFE and other series are popular among young families in Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong and Taiwan, who praise its unique style and high quality, especially its durability and creative combinations, and has an excellent reputation.

PENCO

PENCO is the core stationery sub-brand of Japan's HIGHTIDE company. It was launched in 1999 with an American-style ballpoint pen, and later expanded to notebooks, clipboards, storage trays, scissors and other stationery and daily necessities. It combines nostalgic atmosphere with practical design and is deeply loved by Japanese, Korean and Taiwanese literary youth and design fans.

graniph

Founded in Tokyo in 2000, graniph began by designing graphic tees and has since expanded into luxury goods, lifestyle goods, homewares, and exquisite stationery. The brand emphasizes the integration of artistic design with everyday life, creating a unique style across clothing and practical home furnishings, earning it a strong following among young people in Japan and Asia.

B・B・B POTTERS

B・B・B POTTERS was founded by Weikes in Fukuoka in 1991. It bills itself as a "tool shop" that carefully selects kitchen utensils and daily necessities, promoting practical Japanese household items, and is deeply loved by families in Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

ITOYA Itoya

Founded in 1904 in Ginza, Tokyo, ITOYA is a Japanese stationery empire. Its 12-story flagship store in Ginza, featuring original brands like ROMEO pens and Helvetica notebooks, themed floors, and its iconic red paperclip logo, has become a mecca for stationery lovers across Asia.

MoMA Design Store

MoMA Design Store originated from the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City and has been operating in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka since the 2000s. Its curatorial team curates designer lifestyle goods, homewares, and unique stationery, showcasing both artistic quality and practicality, and is a favorite among design enthusiasts in Japan and Asia.

Afternoon Tea LIVING

Afternoon Tea LIVING, founded in 1981 by Sazabiling, advocates for European elegance and everyday living. They specialize in tableware, home decor, household linens, and apparel, often featuring collaborations with Disney and SPY×FAMILY. With approximately 120 locations nationwide, they are highly regarded among female customers.

HANDS

Founded in Tokyo in 1976, HANDS (formerly Tokyu Hands) is a "creative lifestyle department store," offering a wide range of products, including DIY tools, home kitchen supplies, camping and travel supplies, beauty products, and stationery. With locations nationwide, it is often praised by Asian consumers as a one-stop destination for inspirational shopping.

Loft

Loft was founded in 1987 by the Shibuya Seibu Department Store and became an independent store in 1996. It specializes in daily necessities, stationery, cosmetics, and gifts. With Shibuya and Ginza as flagship stores, it has over 100 branches nationwide. Its diverse and high-quality product range is highly praised by consumers in Hong Kong and Taiwan, making it a popular choice among young people and creative enthusiasts, earning it an excellent reputation.

EAST table

EAST table (formerly known as Tableware EAST) specializes in high-quality Mino-style tableware, sourced directly from Toki, Gifu. We offer thousands of Japanese and Western tableware, kitchen accessories, and daily necessities. Our dedication to table aesthetics has earned us a deep affection for families in Japan and Asia.

AKOMEYA TOKYO

Founded in Tokyo in 2013, AKOMEYA TOKYO specializes in rice and dashi (dashi) – a traditional Japanese dish. They sell polished rice, rice packs, soup bases, rice toppings, and artisan tableware. The la kagū flagship store in Kagurazaka showcases the aesthetics of Japanese cuisine.

FAQ|Homeware, Lifestyle Goods & Stationery

Q1: Why are Japanese stationery and lifestyle goods so popular?
They combine quality and thoughtful design, from notebooks and pens to daily tools. Brands like Penco, ITOYA, and Afternoon Tea LIVING focus on “making everyday life work better,” reflecting Japanese craftsmanship.

Q2: What’s special about Japanese homeware?
It values simplicity, durability, and calm aesthetics. Handcrafted ceramics from Shoho Gama and kitchen tools from Kitchen Paradise express the “made with heart” spirit and bring order and warmth to daily life.

Q3: Why buy from SolyJapan?
SolyJapan offers authentic sourcing by an in-Japan team. From design stationery and kitchen tools to tableware and small decor, we curate local and limited items so you can enjoy genuine Japanese everyday aesthetics overseas.

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