Hidetoshi Nagasawa

In 1966, after graduating from Tokyo's Tama Art University with a degree in interior design and doing a few odd jobs, Hidetoshi Nagasawa got on a bike and cycled out of Japan. He boarded a ship to ...

Nagasawa Bungu Center was founded as a local stationery store in 1882. We sharing the beauty of Kobe with stationery lovers all around the world.

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Nagasawa was founded in 1882 and is based in Kobe, Japan. Aiming to create stationery and office products that highlight and contribute to their surrounding culture, they offer both traditional items such as fountain pen inks, as well as products compatible with modern tech life.

Nagasawa stationery in based in Kobe, Japan, and founded in 1882. This ink series is a collaboration with Sailor and the series features local views and places around Kobe city to tell the stories of Kobe its colorful way.

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Discover Nagasawa fountain pens—crafted in Kobe, Japan with Sailor nibs. Heritage-inspired designs, exclusive editions, and beautifully themed writing instruments.

NAGASAWA is known for working with quality pen manufacturers and has many exclusive collaborations with Sailor, which features a custom engraved nib and cap band, a special low flat ink bottle icon, and a selection of limited edition exterior colors that you will recognize from Kobe Ink line.

Explore Nagasawa's inks inspired by the beautiful landscape of Kobe, special edition fountain pens and more! Founded in 1882 as a humble grocery store, Nagasawa transformed its journey in 1960 by embracing creativity and rebranding as Nagasawa Bungu (Stationery) Center.

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Nagasawa – Timeless Japanese Stationery from Kobe Founded in 1882 and proudly based in Kobe, Japan, Nagasawa has been a cornerstone of Japanese stationery culture for over a century. With a mission to create writing instruments and office supplies that reflect and enrich the local lifestyle, Nagasawa blends traditional

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