Nakabayashi Yu-Sari Paper A5 Lined Notebook

The Nakabayashi Yu-Sari A5 Blank Notebook is crafted for those who value creative freedom and exceptional paper quality—perfect for sketching, journaling, calligraphy, or freeform writing with fountain pens. Featuring Nakabayashi’s exclusive Yu-Sari paper (95gsm), this notebook is designed for quick ink drying, minimal bleed-through, and smooth, expressive writing that reveals the subtle nuances of fountain pen ink, such as shading and sheen.

The name Yu-Sari, derived from an archaic Japanese term meaning “sunset” (YU = sun, SARI = past), reflects how the ink dries swiftly on the page—just as the night follows the sun. This paper performs better in drying time than Tomoe River and Cosmo Air Light, while still offering a smooth surface ideal for high-performance pens.

This A5-sized (148mm x 210mm) notebook features blank pages for unrestricted creativity, and comes with a striking red softcover embossed in gold. Thanks to its traditional Japanese thread binding, the notebook lays completely flat, offering a seamless and elegant writing or drawing experience across all 96 sheets (192 pages).

Key Features:

• Size: A5 (148mm x 210mm)
• Layout: Blank (no ruling)
• Sheets: 96 (192 pages)
• Paper: 95gsm Yu-Sari paper – fountain pen optimized
• Features: Fast-drying, bleed-resistant, shows ink shading and sheen
• Binding: Traditional Japanese thread binding – opens fully flat
• Cover: Soft red card-stock, gold embossed

Nakabayashi, founded in 1923 in Japan, is a leading manufacturer of thoughtfully designed stationery and lifestyle products that blend tradition with modern innovation. Known for popular items like the Yu-Sari Notebooks, the brand has expanded into tech accessories and home security solutions to meet evolving consumer needs. With a strong focus on organization, simplicity, and quality, Nakabayashi continues to create products that help people bring order to both their spaces and their thoughts.