Stationery events scheduled for late 2026 in Kobe and Mie

Various stationery and character-themed events are scheduled to take place in Japan in late 2026.

In Kobe, the “Kami Fes KOBE 2026” will be held at the Daimaru Kobe store from November 12 to November 16, 2026. The event features a wide array of paper products, design papers, stamps, and stickers from established stationery manufacturers like Shachihata and mt, as well as various independent artists. Attendees can participate in workshops, such as creating original acrylic coasters using Japanese paper. Nagasawa Stationery Center will also offer event-exclusive products.

In Mie Prefecture, Village Vanguard is hosting the “Obungu Hiroba” experiential event at Kintetsu Yokkaichi from October 31 to November 8, 2026. A new feature introduced on November 3 is the “Enmusubi Shrine” area, which includes a machine allowing visitors to create custom Goshuin-style stamps using illustrations from the “Obungu-san” character series. The event also includes “Omairi Gacha” capsule toys and workshops for making wooden smartphone stands and clear case keychains.