Bungu no Mori (Japanese Stationery & Gift Shop)

◆ A Local Stationery Shop with Roots in the Edo Period
Hirazen Co., Ltd., which operates Bungu no Mori, traces its roots to the mid-Edo period, when the family business operated under the name Hirazen.
When the company was established in 1956, the historic name Hirazen was revived.
The Senshu region has long been known for its textile industries, particularly towel production. Hirazen grew alongside the local community by supplying stationery, forms, letter paper, envelopes, and other essentials to local businesses.
That history and connection to the community continue at Bungu no Mori, where visitors can enjoy discovering stationery at a truly local shop.

◆ Easy to Visit Before or After Your Flight
Bungu no Mori is about 35 minutes by train from Nankai Namba Station and about 10 minutes from Kansai Airport, with Izumisano Station just a 3-minute walk away. Its convenient location makes it an easy stop before or after your flight.
While exploring the nostalgic Showa-era shopping street, stop by to browse stationery and pick up a unique souvenir.

◆ A Wide Selection of Fountain Pens and Writing Instruments
Discover a wide selection of fountain pens and inks from Japanese and international brands, including Pilot and Sailor. You can try them in store to find the pen that feels just right for you. Glass pens, multi-function pens, and other writing instruments are also available, making this a great stop for both fountain pen enthusiasts and first-time buyers.

◆ Himosen: A Traditional Gift-Giving Custom in Senshu
The shop offers a wide variety of decorative gift envelopes for weddings, new babies, and other special occasions.
In the Senshu region, a traditional custom called Himosen is part of a baby’s first shrine visit. Gift envelopes and folding fans are tied to the baby’s ceremonial kimono as a wish for healthy growth. Discovering traditions like this is part of the charm of visiting a stationery shop deeply rooted in the local community.

◆ Experience Japan’s Seasons through Stationery
Seasonal paper goods are also available. In summer, you may find morning glory letter paper, fireworks-themed postcards, and gift envelopes for small monetary gifts during the Obon season.These items offer a glimpse into Japan’s seasons and everyday traditions through stationery.

◆ Japanese-Inspired Souvenirs
Discover Japanese-style memo pads featuring Mt. Fuji and temples and shrines, as well as fun magnets inspired by Japanese favorites such as sushi, sukiyaki, and unaju (grilled eel over rice). Compact and easy to take home, they make great travel keepsakes or small souvenirs.