May 2026

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Monthly Digest

A Few More Stationery Moments Together

This month’s digest gathers a few more things we wanted to share before June comes to a close—new stationery releases, thoughtful tools, and fresh blog reads, including our guide to Osaka stationery shops and creative ways to use washi tape. 

Small moments, favorite finds, and stories from the stationery world, shared one more time with the ZenPop community.

POP Picks

A few highlights worth sharing.

Vaimo11 Flarme Timepalette: The Colors of the Sky, Captured in a Stapler

MAX introduces limited-edition colors for the Vaimo11 Flarme stapler series, inspired by the changing tones of the sky throughout the day. Available in soft transparent shades like Asamoya blue, Yukohaku amber, and Seimu violet, the stapler combines gentle desk aesthetics with the ability to smoothly staple up to 40 sheets with minimal effort.

*All images and information are taken from MAX

Fit Cut Curve Universal Titanium: Made to Cut Through Everyday Tasks

PLUS launches the new Fit Cut Curve Universal Titanium, a powerful all-purpose scissor designed for both tough materials and everyday use. With upgraded cutting performance, titanium-coated washable blades, and the signature smooth “Bernoulli Curve” cutting feel, it’s built for everything from cardboard and DIY projects to gardening and recycling tasks.

*All images and information are taken from PLUS

Ink & POP

New stories fresh from the blog.

Top 20 Osaka stationery shops
20 Creative Washi Tape Ideas

POP Moment

Not too long. Not too serious. 
Just a small POP of joy.

Do you know? A Japanese gel pen refill can write about 1,000 meters—roughly 250 pages of notes.
Do you know? A Japanese gel pen refill can write about 1,000 meters—roughly 250 pages of notes.

Just POPped

Fresh finds in the shop! 
Limited, seasonal, and oh-so giftable.

New Arrivals in Nov
New Arrivals in Nov

POP Spotlight

A closer look at the people and brands behind the stationery we love.

Stationery Stories
Marumo Printing Japan: 100 Years of Creative Stationery

Watch the POP

Tiny journals, and gentle inspiration. Just press play.

Starting a new bullet journal with ZenPop

Another month, another little collection of moments. Turn the page with us.