“Japonica School Notebook,” a long-running bestseller that has been loved by children since its release in 1970, has teamed up with the anime series “Chikawa” to create the “Japonica School Notebook: Anime Chikawa” collaboration series, which has been rolling out at stationery stores and online shops 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-ruled (with reading guides) and blank pages
・The designs feature four characters—Chiikawa, Hachiware, Rabbit, and Flying Squirrel—for a total of eight variations
・The covers feature a double-sided design with 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 Study Notebook: Details on 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, for a total of 8 varieties!
©nagano / Chiikawa CommitteeJaponica Notebook 5mm Grid (with Reading Lines) – 4 Varieties Total
The interior features grid lines in colors scientifically proven to reduce eye strain and make writing easier.
The lineup features four double-sided designs, each with a scene from a TV anime featuring a single character on both the front and back covers!
©nagano / chiikawa committeeJaponica Notebook: Jiyu-cho (4 Varieties Total)
A plain white notebook that lets you express yourself freely—draw pictures, write text, or sketch diagrams as you please.
Both the front and back covers feature scenes from the TV anime alongside your friends—all four varieties are designed as double-sided editions!
©nagano / Chiikawa CommitteeJaponica Notebook: Anime Chiikawa Product Specifications
Character profiles are featured on the endpapers of Tables 2 and 3.
The 5mm grid notebook features information on each character, while the Free Notebook introduces a wide variety of friends—don’t miss out on exploring not just the covers but the contents as well!
| Product Line | 5mm Grid Lines (with Reading Guide Lines) | Free-Form Notebook |
|---|---|---|
| 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 designs now on sale starting in early July!
©nagano / chiikawa committee| Official Website | Japonica Notebook Chiikawa Product Page |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Japonica Notebook Anime Chiikawa |
| 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 Notebooks – 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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Chikawa × Japonica Notebook: Frequently Asked Questions (8 Varieties)
When will the “Japonica Notebook: Chikawa Anime” series go on sale?
They have been gradually going on sale since early July 2026 at stationery stores nationwide and online shops.
How much do they cost?
The suggested retail price is 275 yen (tax included) per notebook.
How many varieties are there?
There are two types: 5mm graph paper (with reading lines) and blank notebooks. Each type features one of four designs—Chiikawa, Hachiware, Rabbit, or Flying Squirrel—for a total of 8 varieties.
What’s the difference between the 5mm grid-ruled notebook and the blank notebook?
The 5mm graph-ruled 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 create 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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