CY, Jacob, Khuê, and Alesa look back at the major events in 2020 and also try to make a few predictions.

CY and Jacob discuss an unusual auction find, CY’s latest haul, Maruzen’s pen fair lineup, a bunch of new Sailor releases (again), and a new Pilot LE from Fukushima.

CY and Jacob talk about acquisitions, a plethora of Sailor releases, and Platinum’s odd, semi-official online store.

CY, Jacob, Khuê, and Alesa talk about TIPS, glass pen drama, new Sailor releases, Mercari finds, and disappointing eyedroppers.

CY and Jacob report live from the 2020 Tokyo International Pen Show.

CY and special guest Akane talk about growing up with stationery in Japan, differences across borders, and what it’s like to be a stationery fan as a run of the mill Japanese (?).

CY and Jacob talk about whimsical roll stoppers, fat Japanese nibs, disclosure reports, non-angular typography, the future of stationery events in Japan, and a sparkly Kyoto Opal pen.

CY and Jacob talk about Bokumondoh beauties, notebooks, chubby vintage pens, and pen and ink news.

CY, Jacob, Khuê, and Alesa talk about observations and haul from Japan’s biggest ink show.

CY, Jacob, and Khuê talk about paper, planners, nib engraving, Chinese pens, and metal powder.