Founded in 1882 in Tokyo Japan, Masuya has since been making these beautiful notebooks. Masuya writing paper is known for its quality and smoothness, making it fountain pen friendly. Ink glides on without ever feathering or bleeding. These fine paper notebook journals are favorite amongst countless writers, Poets, authors and even Nobel prize Winners in literature. The beautiful cover with unique decorative border is made of traditional Japanese Washi stock paper that has been used for centuries. A second card-stock cover is included inside both the front and back for additional stiffening. Acid-free light cream paper is easy to the eyes. Beautiful sewn binding for flexibility to open and lay flat. This high quality paper is especially designed for use with fountain pen and ink pens, and also works great with pencils, Ballpoints, gel pens, rollerballs and brush pens. Silky smooth writing paper is also perfect for calligraphy practice. Plain paper, lined paper and dot paper are available in different sizes. Made in Japan.