A traditional pattern and craftsmanship intertwined, a beautiful and practical Japanese paper notebook
The "Pattern of Happiness" series is an original design born from the traditional Japanese patterns embodying the "meaning of wishing for happiness," created together with a textile designer.
One of the patterns, pine, is known for keeping its green leaves throughout the year and enduring harsh cold, symbolizing "longevity."
We designed this with a good sense of rhythm to fit modern lifestyles.
✔ Exquisite craftsmanship: Carefully crafted one by one at a specialized workshop in Kyoto
✔ Modern traditional patterns: Enjoy choosing from 6 types of patterns × 2 colors
✔ Durable and long-lasting: Strongly bound with thread, very sturdy
✔ Also suitable as a high-quality gift: The "Pattern of Happiness" conveys special thoughts
A Japanese beauty that makes writing enjoyable, a notebook where tradition meets elegance
Washi paper is a traditional Japanese manufacturing technique. It is a notebook where fibers are intertwined, integrating the front and back sheets into one.
Handcrafted with care, the notebook’s texture deepens the more you use it, creating an enchanting tactile sensation.
Because the fibers are tightly woven, pages don’t easily come loose, allowing for long-term use with love.
It is highly compatible with fountain pens and ballpoint pens, providing a smooth writing experience. It’s perfect for diaries, travel journals, sketchbooks, poetry collections, and idea notes, transforming your daily writing into a special moment.
A detail that stands out: the charm of hand-dyed paper
The hand-dyed washi paper used in this notebook is carefully crafted one by one by skilled artisans at a specialized workshop in Kyoto who are masters of friend washi paper dyeing.
The deep colors and unique blends created by traditional techniques are truly captivating.
Looking at the grain, you can feel the subtle layering of colors unique to hand-dyeing.
The delicate gradations and nuances produced by handcrafting express a one-of-a-kind beauty.
Each edition is carefully dyed, creating warmth and depth impossible to express with simple printing.
A meticulous craftsmanship that brings out the beauty of Japanese tradition in every detail. Each use lets you feel the meaning of traditional craftsmanship and Japanese beauty.
Experience the warmth and charm of this unique blend born from the artisan’s handiwork.
Wishes and prayers woven into the pine pattern
The pine tree is a symbol of abundance
The pine tree is a plant beloved by Japanese people as a sacred symbol for a long time.
Even in the cold winter, it keeps its lush green leaves, symbolizing "longevity." Also, the combination of pine, plum, and cherry blossoms on a single branch represents the wish for "prosperous descendants."
Since the Edo period, it has been considered a plant where gods reside, painted on Noh theater panels and used as gate pines to welcome the New Year, becoming an indispensable presence in the arts and culture.
The strong vitality and beauty of the pine continue to be loved by many people today.
Green tones resembling needles,
and two warm orange shades. These harmonious colors have individuality and are ideal as colorful items to brighten your daily writing.
※ Because large sheets are cut to make these, there are individual differences in the grain placement. Please understand this.
Lineup of the "Pattern of Happiness" series
The "Pattern of Happiness" series by Fuwa Market offers designs that modernize six types of traditional patterns.
・Silver Plum Pattern (Silver plum blossoms bring good fortune)
・Market Pine Pattern (Elegant market pine, a traditional beauty)
・Plum Blossom Pattern (Plum blossoms for health and disaster prevention)
・Blue Ocean Wave Pattern (Infinite waves symbolize abundance)
・Southern Sky Pattern (Southern sky for warding off evil)
・Pine Pattern (Pine is a symbol of abundance)
Please select your favorite pattern and color, and color your desk beautifully.
"Craftsmanship × Traditional Patterns" products are also perfect as gifts
The "Pattern of Happiness" series is a special design that incorporates the wishes held by traditional Japanese patterns. It is a high-quality craft loved as a present for important people, conveying the spirit of Japan.
• For those who love Japanese miscellaneous goods and want to give birthday presents to friends and family,
• For those celebrating new beginnings such as school entrance, graduation, advancement, or employment,
• As lucky charms to call good fortune or as gifts and small items,
• As local products for people overseas
Why not choose your favorite design and add a touch of Japanese color to your daily life?
[Product Details]
• Size (approx.): Length 21cm (8.26in) × Width 14.8cm (5.82in) × Thickness 5mm (0.19in)
• Material: Cover paper / Original hand-dyed Japanese paper, Inner paper / Paper
• Number of pages: 50P
• Origin: Japan (Kyoto)
[Please Note]
The Japanese paper used in this product is each piece hand-dyed by artisans in Kyoto. Therefore, you may find some white spots or slight color irregularities.
These are characteristics of handmade work, so please kindly understand before purchasing.
Valuing Connections with the Local Community and Society
All original products by Fuwa Market are carefully handmade by artisans based in Kyoto, Japan.
Furthermore, we collaborate with the affiliated company employment support facility "tomoni" to assist with light tasks such as packaging preparation and tagging.
This partnership was born from the experience of the representative of Fuwa Market and the Nishida family.
By participating in the manufacturing site, we hope to create a working environment that connects users' confidence and joy, and we return compensation (wages) accordingly.
Fuwa Market values
"The skills of artisans and the hands of related people coming together to shape products"
and cherishes such collaboration.
