Notes from the Ginza Shihodo stationery shop
Ueda, Kenji, 1969-2025
Book
Hidden away in Tokyo's Ginza district lies Shihodo, a hidden gem known only to insiders, with an abundant selection of fine stationery. Behind its counter stands Ken Takarada, the enigmatic shop owner whose warm presence draws those seeking more than just beautiful paper and colourful inks. To this shop come more customers with worries weighing on their hearts: a young girl being bullied by her classmates, a salary man facing the lonely prospect of retirement. With his quiet wisdom and careful attention, Ken Takarada helps each visitor fulfil their stationery needs, but also to express what lies within their hearts. In this moving second volume, readers will see how the simple act of putting pen to paper can unlock healing, connection and understanding. Also learn about how Ken and Ryoko - from the neighbouring cafe Hohozue - met for the first time.
Main title:
Notes from the Ginza Shihodo stationery shop / Kenji Ueda ; translated by Emily Balistrieri.
Author:
Ueda, Kenji, 1969-, authorBalistrieri, Emily, translator
Imprint:
London : Manilla Press, 2026.©2025
Collation:
225 pages ; 20 cm
Series title:
Notes:
First published in Japan in 2023 by Shogakukan Inc.In English, translated from the Japanese.
ISBN:
9781786584670 (paperback)
Dewey class:
895.636
Language:
EnglishJapanese
Subject:
BRN:
491792