What Is
MIDORI
MIDORI is a Japanese stationery brand that has been creating thoughtfully designed paper products and writing tools since 1950. Known for its simple, functional, and carefully considered designs, MIDORI brings together everyday practicality and the beauty of Japanese stationery.
From notebooks and diaries to stickers, paper goods, clips, and writing accessories, MIDORI creates stationery that makes everyday writing and organizing more enjoyable. Its products are designed with attention to paper quality, usability, and small details that encourage creativity in everyday life.
Why People Love MIDORI
MD Paper
Smooth, lightweight paper designed to provide a comfortable writing experience with a wide variety of pens and inks.
MD Notebook
A simple, timeless notebook made around the writing experience, with clean layouts and thoughtfully designed details.
Simple Japanese Design
Minimal, practical designs focus on what matters while adding thoughtful details to everyday stationery.
Everyday Stationery
From notebooks and diaries to clips, stickers, and writing tools, MIDORI makes everyday organization and creativity more enjoyable.
Find Your Midori
A notebook for your thoughts. A planner for your days. A little space to
make your own.
Which Midori are you looking for?
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A simple everyday notebook
MD Notebook →
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A planner
MD Notebook Diary →
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Lots of writing space
MD Notebook Journal →
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A compact notebook
MD Notebook Light →
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A daily planner
MD Diary →
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A notebook for sketching
MD Cotton →
The Midori Family
Four familiar notebooks. A different place for every kind of day.
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MD Notebook
Everyday Writing
Fountain Pens
Simple, versatile, everyday writing.
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MD Notebook Light
Travel
Lightweight
Lightweight, portable, and ready to go.
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MD Notebook Journal
Journaling
Long-Form Writing
More room for journaling and long-form writing.
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MD Notebook Diary
Planning
Daily Writing
A place for planning and daily writing.
Explore →Compare at a Glance
| Find your fit | MD Notebook | MD Light | MD Notebook Journal | MD Notebook Diary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Everyday writing | Lightweight & on-the-go | Journaling & creative writing | Planning & keeping track |
| Paper | MD PAPER | MD PAPER | MD PAPER | MD PAPER |
| Page style | Blank / Lined / Grid | Blank / Lined / Grid | Frame / Dot Grid | Monthly / Daily formats |
| Sizes | A6 / B6 Slim / A5 / A4 Variant | A7 / A6 / B6 Slim / A5 | A5 | A6 / B6 Slim / A5 |
| Thickness | ||||
| SHOP → | SHOP → | SHOP → | SHOP → |
Formats and availability vary by edition. Check each product for its exact specifications.
The Paper Behind MD
Three paper options, each with its own feel.
MD PAPER
The standard paper used in many MD Notebook products. It has a smooth feel and is particularly popular with fountain-pen users.
MD PAPER Cotton
Contains 20% cotton pulp, giving the paper a softer, more textured feel. Especially nice for pencils, fountain pens, and drawing.
MD PAPER Cream
A warm-toned version of MD PAPER that is easier on the eyes and gives notebooks a softer, more classic appearance.
Explore Midori
Discover Midori paper, diaries, and accessories designed for everyday writing and planning.
Paper
MD Paper | Smooth + Fountain Pen Friendly
Discover Midori's signature MD Paper, known for its smooth writing experience and beautiful fountain pen performance.
Diary
A6 / B6 / A5 | Daily + Weekly Planning
Choose from a variety of Midori diaries made for daily planning, journaling, scheduling, and recording everyday moments.
Letter Set
Letter Writing | Notes + Correspondence
Make everyday correspondence more special with Midori letter sets designed for thoughtful notes and handwritten messages.
Accessories
Everyday Essentials | Make Planning More Fun
Add practical and fun extras to your setup, including clips, stickers, pouches, bookmarks, and other Midori essentials.
Explore MD Paper
Explore the different types of MD Paper and find the writing experience that best fits your style.
MD Paper
Smooth | Fountain Pen Friendly
The classic MD Paper experience with a smooth surface that works beautifully with fountain pens, pencils, and everyday writing.
MD Paper Cotton
Soft Texture | Rich Writing Feel
Made with cotton pulp for a softer, more textured writing surface and a wonderfully tactile writing experience.
MD Paper Light
Thin + Lightweight | Portable
A lightweight version of MD Paper that keeps the familiar writing feel while allowing for slimmer and lighter notebooks.
MD Paper Fine
Fine Surface | Precise Writing
A refined paper option with a delicate surface that makes writing and drawing feel especially precise and controlled.
Learn More About Midori
Explore these videos to learn more about Midori notebooks, diaries, and planners.
Midori Embroidery Bookmarker
Unbox with us the new and very adorable Midori Embroidery bookmarker.
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