Kisaka Syobundo Stationery, Shirakabe Branch

This store’s slogan is “The local pioneering stationer with a nostalgic atmosphere”. The company was founded in 1894 (Meiji 27), and thrived as a wholesaler during the Meiji and Showa periods, leaving traces of that role even today. The interior of the store is designed to evoke an old-fashioned school. Items such as Yanai’s famous folkcraft “kingyo chochin” (goldfish-shaped lanterns), as well as original stationery and goods that incorporate “kingyo chochin” motifs, are gladly received as gifts for daily use. The store’s range of nostalgic stationery and toys is also a must-see.