24 Days of Joy, Calm & Cozy Creativity

Each day reveals a small spark of inspiration; something to read, make, color, or simply smile about.

Open a door, take a breath, and enjoy a moment of calm, creativity, and quiet joy with ZenPop.

“Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart.”
— William Wordsworth

A new door opens every morning at 10:00 AM Japan time.

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A Gentle Beginning
A new month, a new page. Take a breath and start December softly.

We’ve prepared a small reflection sheet for you to welcome the days ahead.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar
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Words That Inspire
“The simple things are also the most extraordinary things, and only the wise can see them.” — Paulo Coelho
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A Calm Desk Setup Guide
Create a cozy corner for your December days.

A few simple ideas to make your workspace warm, inspiring, and uniquely you.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar cozy desk setup guide
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Soft Calligraphy with a Highlighter
Transform your Mildliner or any highlighter into a gentle calligraphy tool.

Learn an easy way to add soft, elegant strokes to your holiday notes and journal pages.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar Calligraphy with a Highlighter
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Journal Prompt
Write down three little joys that cost nothing but bring warmth to your day.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar journal prompt
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Japanese Writing Practice Sheets
Slow down and write, enjoy these simple Japanese writing sheets made for peaceful pen moments.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar
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Coloring Postcard Template
A tiny world to color and share.

Print this cozy postcard and let your colors tell a story.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar coloring postcard template
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Join the Cozy Corner
There’s a place where the conversation continues: our cozy Discord corner.

Share your desk, journal, or favorite pens with fellow stationery lovers and find inspiration waiting for you.
ZenPop Discord
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Words That Inspire
「一期一会」 (Ichigo ichie)

”One time, one encounter.”

— Japanese tea ceremony wisdom
Write it today, this moment will never return.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar
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DIY Mini Christmas Tree
Create a tiny Christmas tree for your desk, soft, fuzzy, and full of charm. All you need are a few fuzzy wire and five minutes of cozy crafting.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar DIY christmas tree
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Furoshiki Wrapping Guide
Wrap gifts the traditional Japanese way, elegant, reusable, and mindful.
ZenPop Furoshiki Wrapping Guide
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Surprise Coupon Day
3 Days Only! Until Dec 15th (midnight JST)
Use code POPJOY25 to unwrap:
  • 25% OFF storewide
  • ¥1,000 OFF subscription boxes
Stock is limited. Unwrap your joy while it lasts.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar discount
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Words That Inspire
“The pen is the tongue of the mind.” — Horace
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Reflection Prompt
Pause and think: what made you smile this year? Write it down and keep it close.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar reflection prompt
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Washi Tape Hug
Give your forgotten rolls a cozy new life: 3 gentle ways to wake them up.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar washi tape tips
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Your Stationery Wishes
If you could ask for one thing in your stationery dreams, what would it be? Tell us in our #suggestions channel. Your dream pick might just make its way into a future ZenPop box or store collection.
ZenPop Discord
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Year-End Journaling Ideas
Close your journal with gratitude. Here are some prompts for you to reflect, reset, and rest.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar journal prompt
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Note to January Self
We’ve prepared a small letter sheet. A quiet space to write a note to your future self. Once you’ve written it, tuck it into an envelope and open it when January begins.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar journal prompt
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Words That Inspire
「好きこそ物の上手なれ」 (Suki koso mono no jōzu nare)

”Do what you love, and you’ll do it well.”

— Japanese proverb
Write your passion today, watch it grow with every stroke.
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar
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Mildliner Envelope Tutorial
Add a gentle splash of color to a plain envelope using your Mildliners. A few soft strokes can turn simple stationery into something warm and personal. Perfect for holiday notes or thank you letters.
ZenPop Mildliner Envelope Tutorial
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A Small Pause of Joy
Take a gentle moment just for yourself. No plans, no lists, only calm. Sometimes joy is simply being still.
Let yourself be silent and stay still for 5 minutes right now.

Close your eyes, breathe slowly, and just be. ♡
ZenPop Stationery Advent Calendar
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A Cozy Thank You
As a thank-you for sharing this cozy countdown with us, we’ve prepared a small surprise just for our Discord members.

Come unwrap your gift and celebrate together.

Keep an eye on the event in Discord — that’s where you’ll find your gift very soon! ♡
A Cozy Thank You from ZenPop
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A Letter from ZenPop♡
We got a letter for you, a small note of gratitude and peace from the ZenPop team. Thank you for spending this cozy season with us.
A Letter from ZenPop

What do you think of our calendar?
We hope this year’s calendar brought a little joy!
If you feel like sharing your thoughts, it would help us make next year even softer^^