Pens

2 articles.

• Pilot FriXion: How an Erasable Gel Pen Actually Works (It's Not Magic)

  July 25, 2026

  FriXion pens erase like pencil but write like a gel pen — the mechanism is thermosensitive ink, not a gimmick. Here's how it works and where it falls short.

• Why Japanese Stationery Is Worth the Hype (And Where to Actually Start)

  July 24, 2026

  A guide to what makes Japanese stationery different, and which brands (Pilot, Midori, Kokuyo, Tombow) are worth trying first if you're new to it.