Everyday stationery items such as notebooks, pens and diaries can lift your mood when they come with stylish looks and user-friendly designs. Osaka is home to many specialty stores where you can discover a wide variety of unique stationery. Whether you’re looking for something special for yourself or picking out a souvenir for someone important, visit the shops that catch your eye and find your perfect stationery gem.

Originally developed for industrial use, Japanese washi masking tape has been reimagined into a stylish and colorful stationery item by the brand “mt.” Known for its rich variety of designs—ranging from traditional Japanese colors and patterns to collaborations with artists—mt has become a beloved staple among stationery enthusiasts. At mt lab.osaka, the brand’s flagship store located in the Nakatsu area of Osaka, you’ll find not only their standard products but also limited-edition items you won’t encounter at other shops or events. The store also features a mini gallery with exhibits related to mt, offering a fully immersive experience into the world of mt.

There are countless ways to use washi masking tape—stick it on letters or notebooks, use it for gift wrapping, or even incorporate it into interior design or art projects. With over 700 colors and patterns to choose from, you’re sure to find a design that speaks to you. If you’re a stationery lover, washi masking tape is an absolute must-have item!

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Washi tape specialty shop “mt lab. osaka” , Colorful washi tapes fill the shop!

Let us introduce you to “Tools Osaka Umeda,” a store with a wide range of products, from professional-grade art supplies to everyday stationery. This shop is the only official store in the Kansai region for “COPIC,” an alcohol-based marker beloved by professional manga artists and illustrators and now used in over 70 countries worldwide. If you visit, be sure to check out COPIC first—it’s definitely one of the must-buy items in Japan!

At Tools Osaka Umeda, the official COPIC shop highly popular among professional creators such as illustrators, you’ll find the full lineup of 358 colors of Copic Sketch, as well as the complete collections of Ciao, Classic, and ink refills.

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Founded in 1904 in Tokyo’s Ginza district, Itoya is a renowned stationery specialty store with locations mainly in Tokyo and throughout Japan. This is the only Itoya shop in Osaka, located on the 6th floor of the Grand Front Osaka South Building, within Kinokuniya Bookstore. It’s a space where visitors can enjoy both books and stationery.

Inside the store, you’ll find a lineup of high-quality and stylish stationery, including Itoya’s original brand items and carefully curated selections chosen by Itoya’s expert eye.

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With over 100 years of history, Kawachi is a specialty store for art supplies and picture frames. Conveniently located in HANKYU SANBAN GAI and directly connected to Hankyu Osaka-Umeda Station, this well-established shop offers a wide range of art materials including paints, oil colors, and colored pencils, as well as a diverse selection of frames. The store also features a window gallery showcasing solo exhibitions by artists and hosts hands-on workshops, making it a great place to fully immerse yourself in the world of art.

Kawachi also offers a carefully curated selection of stationery, chosen from the unique perspective of a specialty art supply store. Among the highlights are items designed by local Osaka artists—perfect for those looking to take home something truly special from Japan. As you explore the store, enjoy discovering one-of-a-kind pieces and hidden gems that reflect the creativity of the region.

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Located in Osaka’s Honmachi area, Ikeman Semba Store is a large-scale stationery shop offering around 10,000 items. As a tax-free shop, it’s especially popular among international visitors. Interestingly, the top three best-selling tax-free stationery items are: No.1—staples, No.2—the smooth-writing Sarasa Clip pens, and No.3—COPIC markers, a favorite among professionals. Be sure to make the most of the tax-free options and enjoy a great deal on your stationery shopping.

Spread across two floors, the store is packed with must-see items—from classic stationery like pens and notebooks to uniquely Japanese items such as maki-e fountain pens and origami paper. You’ll also find an array of popular cat-themed stationery and goods, as well as collaborations with anime series. As you explore the store, you’re sure to come across plenty of one-of-a-kind products worth taking home from Japan.

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 Purchases totaling ¥5,000 or more (excluding tax) are eligible for tax exemption.
 Note: Some items are not eligible for tax-free shopping. Please inquire in-store for details.

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1. Show your passport and entry permit sticker to the staff.
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4. Receive your purchased items.

One of Osaka’s iconic department stores, Hanshin Department Store Umeda Main Store, reopened in May 2025 after a major renovation. A key highlight of the renewal is the relocation of Umeda LOFT from Chayamachi to this new location. Known as a hub for lifestyle culture, LOFT continues to offer its signature charm with a wide selection of trending items, including cosmetics & beauty goods, lifestyle accessories, stationery, and character merchandise—all on the 6th floor of Hanshin Umeda Main Store.

The store layout stretches east to west, and shoppers can navigate using address signs starting with “East” or “West.” The stationery section is located in zones East 7, East 8, and East 9, offering a wide range of products such as pens, notebooks, letter paper, diaries, and masking tapes.

Tax-free: Available at the cashier counter

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If you’re a stationery lover, the Bungu Joshi Haku (Stationery Girls’ Expo) is a must-visit event.

Launched in 2017 with the concept of being “the ultimate event for stationery fans,” this hugely popular expo has grown into one of the largest stationery events in Japan, held in various cities across the country.

Among them, Bungu Joshi Haku in Osaka, typically held around March each year, is a highly anticipated event for stationery enthusiasts in the Kansai region. The venue overflows with eye-catching, thoughtfully designed items that are as pleasant to use as they are to look at—creating a dreamy experience for any stationery fan.

Many items are event exclusives or early releases that you won’t find anywhere else, so you’re sure to discover special pieces that spark joy.

For the latest event updates, be sure to check the official website　or follow them on social media.