Yoseka Stationery in Brooklyn
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Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, US
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Site: http://yosekastationery.com/
- Monday:Closed
- Tuesday:Closed
- Wednesday:1–7PM
- Thursday:1–7PM
- Friday:1–7PM
- Saturday:1–7PM
- Sunday:1–7PM
Amazing store and the best place to feed a pen addiction! I got into fountain pens thanks to yoseka and have also picked up lots of beautiful pencils, washi tape, stickers, stamps, and ink here. Everyone is really helpful and enthusiastic and will happily answer questions and give recommendations. If you cant make it to the store, online orders always arrive quickly and safely too!
First let me say, if you like Muji style, youll love this store! Just a few stops from Manhattan too.Secondly, I have to say that this is my new favorite stationary & pen boutique store in NYC! They have many pens out on a very cool natural wood table ready for you to try! They have different paper that can try writing on too!They have fancy and expensive fountain pens, mechanical pencils that automatically extend as you write, pencil tip covers, erasable pens and even a $3 pen that can hold up your mobile phone!If that werent enough they have super nice and helpful folks to answer your pen and paper questions. They even were able to tell me the difference between roller balls, ball point and gel pens. AND I learned a new word... emulsion. :)I look forward to going back and if you or someone you know likes pens and stationary stuff this is the place for you or gifts and gift cards for them.
Today was the first day they reopened! They are doing a great job in regards to being safe with covid. 5 people max in the store at a time and you have to enter your email before going in so they can alert you if anything does happen.Nice vibes, sales people are helpful and kind, inspiring and cute place to shop. I bought a few markers/pens for a calligraphy project.
Yoseka Stationery is a little piece of HEAVEN and the pot of GOLD at the end of the rainbow all wrapped in one. Neil and Daisy have done such a stellar job, curating an assortment of paper, pen and ink, that is classic and tasteful. They let you spend as much time as you need, you can try pens, pencils, erasers on great papers and they give you a free fill of your ink of choice when you buy a fountain pen. Neil and Daisy offer you great insight and guidance, as they are paper, pen and ink aficionados. They are spectacular retail merchants. They have created The 8th Wonder of the World.” This is a must see retail shop, it is a destination for a great retail experience. This store is like the Mecca, worth the pilgrimage and travel from long distances. They also have great events, like workshops on calligraphy, drawing and journaling, where you get hands on with the best products, check out the website and instagram 🔨
Now I have never been to the store but I have personally placed many orders online for stationary. I have been getting all my journals I use for a couple of years now and much more. It’s the best stationary store. Its always hand wrapped and a very personal note attached and I always keep them and I just love the entire ordering experience. Very reasonable shipping and rates. And yes I could totally buy my journals from Amazon. But I love my hand written note like from a friend! And I love their shop. So if anyone can’t make it to the store the online experience is just as whimsical and magical. Highly highly recommend. Thank you so much for my order ✨✨ maybe one day I’ll get to visit in store to shop and say thank you!
I am from Montana, and Ive ordered from this store before. I was in Brooklyn for Thanksgiving and I was beyond excited to go into the store for real. Everyone was so nice. Like so so nice. I got lots of cute stickers and a really nice brass fountain pen for my husband for his birthday. Such a fun store and so fun that they have all the pens out for you to try. Next time I come back to this side of the country, I will definitely try to come in again! Thanks, Yoseka!
I think the most important thing that stands out for me is the incredible Customer Service and how quickly they respond with remarkable kindness to order issues and inquiries. Their website is very user friendly, great pictures and easy to check out. The selection of stationery, pens, inks, washi, etc. are very, very nice and they carry some unusual items. I am so happy that they now have more warehouse space so that they can buy even more items for their lovely store.
Not a Harry Potter wandshop with stationary pouring from the ceiling like Im used to in Hong Kong, but a highly curated and well thought out collection of practical and beautiful items. I went in to browse and came away with enough scrapbooking and thank you card supplies for a year. I was impressed and grateful to find this place on my layover. Magical in its own way down to the custom engraved wooden sign. Very reasonably priced with most cards and supplies around $4. Great selection of Asian and calligraphy pens. Though if I needed large sheets of paper, or selection of greeting cards I may go to Paper Source, this would be my first choice for less imported and harder to find items like stationary tape.
Its a gem!Great place to buy planners, pens, inks, etc.You can try their collections and the staffs there were nice and helpful.Its a popular store, so some of the things I wanted to buy were out of stock.But for sure, this is a place I would love to revisit and buy stationeries from.
I felt like a kid in a candy store (apologies for the cliche). They have an amazing selection of pens, pencils, markers, notebooks, scrapbooking tape/stickers, greeting cards (though not too many of these), and just way way more. The staff are very sweet and the store just gives off a really nice community vibe. Stop by!!
Helpful, knowledgeable, and patient staff. Super chill. The right amount of attention and leaving space to test. So many pens and pencils in every tip size and type available to try. All my favorite papers/journals/planners and inks for sale too. If you dont see what youre looking for - ask, they have some items behind the counter or tucked away.
The store is a hidden gem. The owner was super kind and spent time with me. I was able to try at least 20 pens. I ended up buying a Kaweco Sport. The price was competitive and before I left, he let me refill the pen with Iroshizuku ink for free. I will definitely go back. Very happy to have found the store.Update: 3 fountain pens later and still my favorite stationary store.
Okay. Ive been wanting to go here since discovering it was woman owned and further boosted by their growing YouTube! Everyone was knowledgeable and kind. They were all willing to work with me by trying pens on paper and testing ink in my own journal. It was a busy Saturday and they still managed to make it feel like a unique personal experience. Stationary people, you have to visit this shop!!!
I was searching for stationery shops and am so glad I came across this stores website...This has quickly become one of my favorite places to shop! Ive gotten pens, washi tapes, MU print-on stickers, highlighters and a lot more from them. Its hard to say which item is my favorite. They have a great selection and everything is really great quality. All of the items Ive gotten so far have come packaged well also. Always excited to see whats new at Yoseka.
I live on the other side of the country so I’ve only purchased from Yoseka via their online shop. They thoughtfully wrap purchases and include a handwritten note which gives a more personalized impression than just bubble wrap and a packing slip. These are small but memorable touches. One day I’ll visit NYC and I’ll make it a point to stop into the physical store. 👍
This is a true NYC treasure. I went with a friend who asked me to join and I was beyond surprised. The staff was incredibly available and helpful. I didnt even plan on purchasing anything, but I left carrying a bag of stuff I *need*. I purchased a fountain pen and was stuck between two different options. Most stores would push you into the more expensive choice, but not this place. They actually tried to understand my uses and encouraged me to get the cheaper option. All to say - they really are interested in getting you products that align with your interests and needs - NOT just pushing stuff on you and making you buy things youll regret.
I have only ordered from their site, I have yet to visit in person. Despite this, the orders I have made were packaged with care. They have a wonderful selection of items for a very reasonable price. I have only ordered twice from their shop, but I received handwritten notes each time from the store owners. They even remembered my first order! The care that the owners put into their store, and the time they spend making each customer feel important is something that will keep me going back. I usually do not leave reviews, but the exceptional service from Yoseka Stationary is something that I needed to share. If you are looking for stationary, this is the best place to shop from.
One of my favorite stationery stores and I live in Colorado! Yoseka is wonderful. They have everything you can possibly imagine and more, and they are really on top of their customer service! I had changes I wanted to make to my order and shipping questions and just about every other possible annoying customer service write in. They responded quickly and accommodated my requests every single time! Plus - each time they ship you something it comes wrapped with a sweet, personalized handwritten note. It feels like my birthday every time I receive a package from them :)
My overall experience with Yoseka Stationery has been nothing but perfect. I stumbled upon them during a search for a Travelers Companys Travelers Notebook, and they had everything I needed to get it set up. They also had several other stationery related items that I didnt need, but I had to have. I found a great selection of Kaweco pens and accessories, as well as a special edition pre-order Lamy pen that I am looking forward to using. I have not been to their physical store yet, but the simplicity of their site and the clarity of every step of the shipping process was pleasant and extremely efficient. I very much appreciated the thoughtful handwritten note that came with my orders, a very nice touch. Daisy and Neil have a good thing here, and I am very much looking forward to visiting their store in person this year.
Not only are their products-I mostly order pens and stationery-wonderful and of the highest quality, I have ordered twice and both times I have been impressed by the beautifully personal touch Yoseka has added with each of these orders. A personal note has arrived with each order that references a particular product in my order and actually mentions their hope that I am doing well during these times. If you love personal service and exceptional stationery products, Yoseka will be a favorite as well.
A small, but well stocked stationery store, Yoseka has an array of papers and writing/drawing implements for all skill levels and price points. The ability to try out every single writing tool they sell is a highlight, and the staff are attentive and eager to help you if you need.
Yoseka is the best! Excellent selection and excellent customer service. After I placed my most recent order, I realized I forgot some things and made another order. Without my even asking, Yoseka team refunded the shipping on the second order and shipped everything together :) And besides that, theyre a great and wonderful small business that I am ALWAYS excited to support.
Top notch service. My order was processed quickly and efficiently. A personal note was included in the thoughtfully wrapped parcels. I have to be very careful shopping here; I keep finding more treasures that I have to have. Would not hesitate to recommend this shop as a source for finding unique stationery items.
The couple running the store are very friendly and personable, and they really made me feel like a valued customer. They were good to have conversation with, and they are extremely flexible and communicative with me. I wanted to return a pen clip that I had already used on one of my fountain pens, but was in perfect condition as I use a pen case with a soft lining to carry my pens.When I went in, I went to buy a fountain pen, and without even asking, they offered to provide a free ink fill from a bottle for my fountain pen. I was just amazed about how hospitable they were, and I would encourage anybody to buy fountain pens from them. I know some people interested in fountain pens in my friends circle, and I am sure to bring this store to their attention!I called them to ask about an exchange and they texted me within a minute or two asking me how they could help! And I asked them about my request and they immediately said that I could do that! I have not found any store which is as honest and friendly as they are in a very long time.Reasonably priced, decent selection, excellent layout for a person to sample use, very knowledgeable staff, and excellent customer care!I could probably write a novel with the fountain pen I brought from them of how friendly they are, but I will let you experience for yourself. Happy shopping and thank you to Yoseka Stationary for your service! I will be back!
Good selection but not overwhelmingly so, seems like the items are highly curated which I appreciate as somebody just getting into stationary and pens. Placed my order online and was impressed by everything from the shipping speed to the handwritten note included in my package. Once it’s safer to do so I’m definitely looking forward to stopping by in person.
This place is a little gem. Neil and Daisy are friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. The store is wonderfully laid out and every time I go, not a thing is out of place. The store is also well stocked to accommodate a variety of budgets. The first time I went to the store I purchased a fountain pen and the second, I went in for a budget priced gel pen. I must note the budget gel pen is of the upmost quality. They let you try all the pens on very nice paper so you can make an informed purchase. When you buy your fountain pen, they also fill up the ink so you can get right to using it. Such a great idea.Dont waste any time and get out to see them. You wont regret it.
I didnt visit this wonderful store physically, but I did order online and their customer service did not falter one bit. They not only interacted with me with a thank you via a handwritten note, they actually communicated with me about what I had purchased and after submitting a second order they recognized me and commented on that as well! I truly felt like they cared about me as their customer and will be shopping for my TN supplies here from now on. They offer lower prices and the packaging was BEAUTIFUL both times. They offer a ton of selection and you seriously wont be disappointed.
A small hidden gem of a shop in an otherwise out of the way neighborhood.If youve always wanted to try out different pens, specially fountain pens, then this is the place that will let you do it.Would you like to feel the difference between a $200+ Pilot vs a Platinum? Do you want to know how it feels to write with a gold nib? Well, this shop will let you. Of course, you can also try something like a Metropolitan, those are available for you to try too.The proprietors were the most helpful and friendly people. When I was there, a customer wanted to come back when they were closed. One of the proprietors offered to be there if she could tell him when.After I bought a pen, I was asked if I wanted to try it out in the store just to make sure everything was alright with that particular pen. How was that for customer service?There were a lot of other stationary items being sold including fountain pen related accessories and non fountain pen stuff. Look at the website.Its worth a visit for the price of a subway ride. I plan to go back and buy more stuff to support this fledgling new 1 year old store. There arent many of these left anymore.
We bought a beautiful Sailor Pro Gear King of Pen from here about a month ago. I love the fountain pen and the couple who own this place are very nice. I think they are moving to a different location (Greenpoint?) soon and I will be visiting them there for all my fountain pen needs :) Support local!
I had such a great time at Yoseka Stationery! They have a really great mix of products that are from well known companies along with some that are still up and coming.Neil and Daisy were super friendly. All their pens and notebooks were available as testers so you could really get an idea of what you were buying.I will definitely be making another visit to them to feed my stationery hobby 🙂🙂🙂
Such a cute shop!! The owners, Neal and Daisy, are just the sweetest. They have a range of beautiful, classic pens along with beautiful note pads. It’s such a fun shop to have and great for gifts!! Welcome to the neighborhood— much needed breath of fresh air in Sunnyside. Prices are also very friendly =)
Daisy and Neil are the most wonderful people. This store is absolutely incredible and has an excellent selection for all your Japanese stationery needs. I ordered a Hobonichi Techo two years in a row from them and this year they sent me a little thank you note and some stickers for being a repeat customer. Those small details make Yoseka the kind of small business that absolutely deserves your patronage.
Reason for 4 vs 5 stars: i havent been inside; found them during covid.Online ordering is a Breeze.Very very fast processing & in my experience, Same DayPickupFriendly staff at pick upLimited street parking in neighbor, has a prominent bike lane. Easily seen from roadway.Great place to be introduced to fountain pens & they offer the lighter fountain pens, in additon to the traditonal Heavy pens.Purchased 3 Pilots & 1 Kaweco Sport & 2 Platinum Preppy (all light weight; heavy writer) & im extremely satisfied, no issues or complaints.
My favorite place to buy stationary. They have an incredible selection of Japanese pens, pencils, notebooks, office supplies, etc. There’s a lot to choose from at different price points but it’s curated really well so it’s not an overwhelming selection. The owners are the nicest people ever and encourage trying everything in the store. It’s a fun place to look and it’s great for gifts or a treat for yourself!
Wow! I visited Yoseka Stationery tonight with my parter, after she discovered it on social media last week.I try and buy a lot of pens, and when I walked in I could immediately tell that Yoseka sells really good stuff. I noted a thoughtful selection of pens, pencils, (lead holders, mechanical, and wood-case) notebooks, cute stamps, patches, washi tape, and well beyond. If you’re not into pens/pencils, it’s worth stopping in for cute gift ideas alone.We walked in quite near closing time, and I was totally bumbling and in awe of the place. Even then, the owners were patient and kind, and both went all out to help me find an ideal pen for my writing style - a fountain pen with an extra fine nib. Ultimately, it was a pleasure to visit them tonight, and I am sure I’ll be back soon to try out more pens!It’s also worth noting that they host classes and workshops in the store, too! Check it out!
I bought a Hobonichi cousin notebook here! The staff here was friendly; one of the owners also dropped in when I was here and let me try out some pens and gave me some information about them. I also was able to receive a reply quickly when I sent the store an instant message! I would visit more often if I lived closer!
I never knew this store existed in Queens until fairly recently when I was down the instagram rabbit hole of travelers notebook lovers. Found IG user and saw that he came here alot. Came here on a weekend and the store was packed with people. Small but had LOADs of goodies. It was actually dangerous for me and my pocketbook. I was like a kid in a candy store. My love for cute stationery and paper goods came back to life. (It was on a hiatus for awhile.) I spent a good amount of time in here and I did not feel rushed at all. It is a small place but dang, I wanted everything!!! The lady who helped me was super sweet and showed me how to use rub-on stickers too. The owners are also super sweet/helpful. They always have new products in store as well. I am already getting the itch to come back.... save me....
I love their products and range of products. I went around the opening and they had a large line, we waited for over an hour and managed to get in. The store is amazing- basically anything you need they have. Can’t wait to go back when they reopen due to the pandemic (don’t use the website, it’s really buggy, the store is better and easier to navigate)
The system in place for COVID doesn’t work. I understand the need to limit store capacity, but when there’s a line of 15+ people outside, it’s common sense to limit time allowed in the store too. Nearly an hour waiting isn’t worth it. Won’t be coming back or ordering online again
This is one of the best stationery stores I’ve been to the lady who owns the store is really friendly and knowledgeable she also is great with customer acknowledgement. Also the stationery I’ve seen in this store is one of a kind compared to other stationery stores I’ve been to the items sold here are quality items with fair prices but overall I loved my experience and I will definitely come back soon
This is my first time shopping online at this store and my experience is exceedingly incredible!! The customer service is quick, and friendly and they go above and beyond to please their customers!! I will definitely be shopping here again but since I am from Canada most likely it will be online shopping! Great selection and great prices too. I would recommend them to everyone.Thank you Daisy for all your help! You have a loyal customer here❤️
Total reviews rating 4.9
122 Reviews for Yoseka Stationery 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-06I love to collect notebooks, pens and stickers…etc and stationary stores were one of my favorites go-to spots after school when I was a child. I haven’t visited one in a while and was so excited to know Yoseka Stationery opened up in Greenpoint.Their product lineup was in a great variety with great quality and reasonable price. My favorite products were the elegant and classic pens. I love to practice writing when I feel stressed, so a good pen makes me feel satisfied and relaxed.
Review №2
2022-01-20Im super excited to share that today I finally had the chance to visit this lovely stationary store! Ive planned it over a few days, in advance ⏤ thats how excited I am.The staff is amazingly patient and friendly, the prices are great, and the entire shopping experience is simply pleasant and fun.I love all things paper, and thats why Yoseka is the perfect place for me to spend as much time as I can, just adoring their very wide range of stationary goods. I honestly cant wait to drop by once again.A warm recommendation: check out Yosekas YouTube channel. Their Casually Catching Up clips really warmed my heart, plus their Travelers notebook tutorial really helped me setting up my own Travelers.Good luck!
Review №3
2022-05-30Yoseka is my favorite store on the planet and I don’t even live in New York right now. They include hand written notes on the orders I received and always have the cutest things in stock. It honestly played a huge part to get me through the pandemic to have some cute stationary. Here are some photos of my journal which uses things I got from yosekaUpdated with pictures from my in person visit! The staff was so kind and patient. I felt very welcome to explore at my own pace and not pressured to buy anything
Review №4
2021-11-08Ive been to a fair share of stationary stores and I can safely say that this is my favorite one!Its not a huge store but they have a great selection of pens, inks, journals, decorative washi tape and more. Even better, they have a huge amount of tester pens, including pricier Sailor, Pilot, Platinum and Lamy pens that other stores hide behind a glass display.The service is phenomenal as well. I asked for some ink recommendations and the salesperson took the time to go through what type of ink I like and picked out several different bottles for me to try swatching.Definitely recommended!
Review №5
2022-08-16I finally got to visit Yoseka Stationery after a few years of only ordering online; it didnt dissapoint. I ended up buying wayy too much but it was reasonably priced and I got lots of assistance while shopping.
Review №6
2022-05-10Id you love card catalogs, the smell of new paper, leather bound travel journals or just want to indulge your fantasy of being a person with a serious calligraphy hobby, Yoseka is your spot. Super friendly staff and a really neat interior.
Review №7
2022-02-08Amazing store with a warm inviting atmosphere. I visited the Greenpoint location and I was given a few minutes to browse before ever being politely asked if I needed help and to feel free to browse, ask questions or try the pens on their center writing table/display section. The ambiance is amazing and the ability to hold and use pens is immeasurably helpful for future purchases. With writing preferences being so personalized it was great to have virtual free sample use of their catalog. Staff even went to back storage to get me to try a Soft Fine nib and a falcon nib for me to better choose. Ill definitely make all of my Japanese fountain pen purchases through them.
Review №8
2022-05-22Its such a lovely store and the staff was nice as well. You get to test out pens and they had a variety of stationery. There were a lot of people in the store however (possibly because I went during the weekend?) so I didnt browse the store much but hopefully Ill be able to next time.
Review №9
2022-05-12They were once a smaller shop in Sunnyside, Queens 👑. I bought my very first adult fountain pen there. I made an upgrade purchase when visiting the newly established Greenpoint locale. I still 💕💕💕 Yoseka. Great selection of paper goods, pens and inks! Never leave empty handed and always deviate from my list. The service is amazing and the staff really knows their stuff!! Top three of my Best stationery stores in the USA!
Review №10
2021-08-19You got to come here! Lets just say it is like stepping in a different world. It kind of reminded me of Studio Ghibli.I never have had a fountain pen or been in a stationary story. As a brand new person coming in I felt so welcome. The staff was amazing and I felt i was been taken care of. I was been helped and explain what the specific brand I was advised to go with as a starter Fountain Pen [TWSBI].The have a loyal customer. Im so happy I took a chance in Yoseka Stationery. You should as well, you wont regret it. ^_^