If You Look for Amazing Stationery, “DAISO” Is the Best! Top 7 Recommendations

2025-03-17 COLUMN , LIFE
ダイソーの文房具/DAISO Stationery

Stationery is necessary for both work and school, and you’ll always best to choose items that are practical and easy to use. You can find all kinds of such stationery at the 100-yen store “DAISO”. In this article, Writer A from the Living in Japan editorial team has specially selected and will introduce 7 highly recommended stationery items.

Smooth Writing: “Ballpoint Pen” (¥110 / Approx. $0.71)

This ballpoint pen is made by “ZEBRA” which is a renowned stationery brand in Japan.

It installed the innovative “Blen System” which minimizes vibrations while writing, ensuring smooth and stable strokes. You can continue writing as stress-free.

<Review>
It’s light and easy to use! I could write without vibrations and write smoothly. By using this, I will write faster than usual.

All-in-One Functionality: “4-Color Ballpoint Pen” (¥110 / Approx. $0.71)

This ballpoint pen has four colors: black, red, blue, and green.

If you have just this one pen, you’ll use it in any situation. It is a 0.5mm ballpoint tip, so you can write smoothly.

<Review>
Actually, I have been using it for a long time. I can easily hold it because the grip is thick. Also, the ink and the thickness are just right for me! It’s something I definitely need to stock up on.

Comfortable and Easy to Write: “Mechanical Pencil” (¥110 / Approx. $0.71)

This mechanical pencil features a thick and easy-to-hold grip, so you can use it comfortably.

The rubber grip provides a gentle feel on your fingers, reducing strain during extended use. And it’s compatible with 0.5mm lead. You’ll have a smooth writing experience.

<Review>
As expected, I can easily hold it thanks to the thick grip! I think we’ll not be tired even if we write for a long time because of it. And the combination of black and white is cool! The simple design surely suits the office and you can easily use it.

Cool Design: “Pen Case” (¥110 / Approx. $0.71)

The pen case is made of vinyl material, with a mesh front and a transparent back. And the design makes it easy to see contents inside, so you’ll grab quickly your pens or mechanical pencils.

It’s compact size, measuring 10×20cm, fits conveniently in your bag.

<Review>
When I tried putting stationary in it, I could fit 5 pens and 1 eraser. I think it’s the best size to carry. And the color of it is stylish! It lifts my mood!

Simple and User-Friendly: “Notebook” (¥110 / Approx. $0.71)

This notebook has a standard horizontal ruled format with 30 lines, each 7mm apart. It’s the Campus Notebook by KOKUYO which is one of Japan’s most famous stationery brands. It’s highly popular since the simple design makes it easy to use.

<Review>
I always use it for studying, and I especially like the paper quality. It makes it easy to write on, and the paper is strong, so it’s difficult to rip up. I’m happy that I can write smoothly.

Personalize Your Planning: “Planner” (¥110 / Approx. $0.71)

A planner is essential for organizing your daily schedule. This is B6-sized with 48 pages.

Unlike regular planners, it doesn’t have pre-printed dates. It means you can write in the dates yourself and start using it anytime you want!

It has graph pages, so you can also use it as a notebook.

<Review>
It’s really convenient that I can customize it as my way! Of course, you can use it every day, but it’s also a good idea that you can use it only during busy weeks or months. Moreover, the blown cover is gorgeous and it’s nice.

Sweet and Colorful: “Sticky Notes” (¥110 / Approx. $0.71)

Sticky notes are good for marking documents, textbooks, or books. This set includes sticky notes in seven different colors. And it is made of a durable film material, they are resistant to tearing.

In Addition, it attached a ruler on the edge, so you can measure sizes something anytime.

On the opposite side, there are two small holes. You can attach it to a file, it’s really convenient!

<Review>
It can organize by using 7 different colors. The colors are beautiful and cute! I can check sentences underneath it thanks to a durable film material. Also, it has great points like a ruler and two small holes. It’s perfect for carrying around.

All the stationary items are excellent! They will definitely be useful for work or study. The functionality is important, but you should also focus on the design since it can lift your mood and boost your motivation! Why not look for your favorite stationary at “DAISO”?

Edited and written by Asami.i

DAISO

* Note: The prices in this article include tax.


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