“Japonica School Notebook,” a long-running bestseller that has been beloved by children since its release in 1970, has teamed up with the anime “Chiikawa” to create the “Japonica School Notebook: Anime Chiikawa” collaboration series, which has been gradually rolling out at stationery stores and online retailers nationwide since early July 2026.
Based on the classic green cover, the collection features eight retro-cute designs—each depicting a memorable scene from the TV anime—that can be enjoyed by people of all ages!
The suggested retail price is 275 yen (tax included) per notebook. The distributor is Sunstar Stationery, and the manufacturer is Showa Note.
・The lineup consists of two types: 5mm grid (with reading lines) and blank pages
・The designs feature four characters—Chiikawa, Hachiware, Rabbit, and Flying Squirrel—for a total of eight varieties
・The covers are double-sided, allowing you to enjoy different illustrations on each side; pages 2 and 3 include character introductions
・The suggested retail price is 275 yen each (tax included), and they are available at stationery stores and online shops nationwide
Chiikawa × Japonica School Notebook: All 8 Varieties
The lineup consists of two types: 5mm grid-ruled (with reading guides) and blank notebooks, featuring designs of the four characters: Chikawa, Hachiware, Rabbit, and Flying Squirrel.
The covers feature a double-sided design with different illustrations on the front and back, making a total of 8 designs available!
©nagano / Chiikawa CommitteeJaponica Notebook 5mm Grid (with Reading Rulers) – 4 Varieties Total
The interior features grid lines in colors scientifically proven to reduce eye strain and make writing easier.
The lineup includes four double-sided designs, each featuring a scene from the TV anime series starring the individual character on both the front and back covers!
©nagano / Chiikawa CommitteeJaponica Notebook: Free-Style Edition (4 Varieties Total)
A plain white notebook that lets you draw, write, and sketch freely.
Both the front and back covers feature scenes from the TV anime alongside the characters—all four designs are available in this double-sided format!
©nagano / Chiikawa CommitteeJaponica Notebook: Anime Chiikawa Product Specifications
Character introductions are featured on the endpapers of Tables 2 and 3.
The 5mm grid pages feature information on individual characters, while the free-form pages introduce a wide variety of friends—don’t miss out on exploring not just the cover but the contents as well!
| Product Line | 5mm Grid Ruled (with Reading Guides) | Blank Pages |
|---|---|---|
| Suggested Retail Price | 275 yen each (tax included) | 275 yen each (tax included) |
| Dimensions | W179 × H252 × D3 mm | W179 × H252 × D3 mm |
| Product Weight | Approx. 123 g | Approx. 123 g |
| Material | Paper | Paper |
| Contents | Main body: 30 sheets | Main body: 30 sheets |
| Packaging | None | None |
| Country of Origin | Japan | Japan |
| JAN Code | Chiikawa: 4901770054216 Hachiware: 4901770054223 Rabbit: 4901770054230 Flying Squirrel: 4901770054247 | Chiikawa: 4901770054254 Hachiware: 4901770054261 Rabbit: 4901770054278 Flying Squirrel:4901770054285 |
Chiikawa × Japonica Notebook: All 8 Varieties Now on Sale Since Early July!
©nagano / Chiikawa Committee| Official Website | Japonica School Notebook Chikawa Product Page |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Japonica School Notebook Anime Chikawa |
| Release Date | Now on sale sequentially starting in early July 2026 |
| Suggested Retail Price | 275 yen each (tax included) |
| Lineup | 5mm Grid Ruled (with reading guide lines) – 4 varieties total Blank Notebook – 4 varieties total *8 varieties total |
| Product Specifications | W179 × H252 × D3 mm / Pages: 30 / Material: Paper / Country of Origin: Japan |
| Where to Buy | Stationery stores and online shops nationwide |
| Distributor | Sunstar Stationery Co., Ltd. |
| Manufacturer | Showa Note Co., Ltd. |
| Inquiries | Sunstar Stationery Contact Form |
| Related Links | “Chiikawa” Anime Official Website |
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Chiikawa × Japonica Notebook: FAQs for All 8 Varieties
When will the “Japonica Notebook: Chiikawa Anime” go on sale?
They are being released sequentially starting in early July 2026 at stationery stores and online shops nationwide.
How much do they cost?
The suggested retail price is 275 yen (tax included) each.
How many varieties are there?
There are two types: 5mm grid-ruled (with reading lines) and blank notebooks, each available in four designs—Chiikawa, Hachiware, Rabbit, and Flying Squirrel—for a total of eight varieties.
What’s the difference between the 5mm grid-ruled and blank notebooks?
The 5mm grid notebook features guide lines and uses grid lines in colors scientifically proven to reduce eye strain and make writing easier. The blank notebook is plain white, allowing you to freely draw pictures, write text, or sketch diagrams.
Where can I buy them?
They are available at stationery stores nationwide and online shops. Availability varies by store, so please check the Sunstar Stationery official website for details.
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