Nichiban

Toy capsule vending machines can be quite fun.

In Japan there is a series of toy capsules, called ‘Miniature Mascots’. They are released with specific themes, e.g. sewing machines, camping gear, etc., as well as season.

Toy Capsules X Stationery cross-over = fun.

You can now get the first season of the stationery with products from Carl, Mitsubishi-Uni, Nichiban, King Jim and Max.

Have a look at this Carl Angel 5 Royal: You can even turn the handle.

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Here’s my little collection.

Carl’s Angel 5

The star of the collection (because it’s pencil related and the handle can be turned).

There’s also a blue version.

Nichiban’s tape dispenser and refill

Also available in yellow.

Max’s HD-10D stapler

Max’s HD-10D stapler, with refill 10-1M

Uni’s Posca markers

Uni’s Posca markers, also officially available in the West.

King Jim’s Label Printer PRO SR970

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I’d like to thank Yumiko for these Miniature Mascots.