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A Wandering Scribbler is a resource for creative travelers: lovers of stationery, art, and books, focusing on Japan.
1. Stationery and Journalling
The best stationery, planners, and supplies, and how to document your travels, spark creativity, or plan ahead.
2. Literary Travel
Inviting bookstores, settings from great novels, and creative locations to delight your literary side.
3. Japan
All that I’ve learned and compiled while living in Japan and traveling around the country.


About Mackenzie
Mackenzie is a writer and traveler currently living in Japan with her husband, son, and daughter. She loves stationery, hygge, the mountains, British TV, crime dramas, and chai lattes.
Latest Posts
The Most Beautiful and Unique Starbucks in Japan
Are you a Starbucks lover? In Japan, you can find Starbucks cafes in some extraordinary places. Unique locations, with a local touch but always the same Starbucks quality. Whether you enjoy a cup of Starbucks coffee or not, these stores are worth a visit for the...
Guide to Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo
Starbucks is an international brand that no doubt every person on the planet has heard of. I’ll admit that I drink a fair amount of Starbucks and find them great places to write and work in. I’ve found some amazing places in Japan for coffee like...
Cherry Blossom Photography Tips: Where to See Sakura in Japan
Japanese cherry blossoms, or sakura as they’re called in Japanese, are known around the world for their beauty. Typically only lasting a few weeks in March or April, they can be tricky to view if you’re traveling from overseas and need to pin down travel...
Japanese Foods to Try in Spring
Spring in Japan is a beautiful time of the year. With cherry blossom viewing, amazing weather, and plenty of seasonal foods, spring is a great time to visit Japan and experience traditional Japanese food, the popular sakura festivals, and more. Spring is always a...
2023 Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo Cherry Blossom Merchandise
Many companies in Japan love to release limited-edition merchandise and drinks, and Starbucks is no different. Starbucks Japan releases limited-edition merchandise collections several times a year with seasonal themes including New Year, Summer, and Christmas. And...
2023 Starbucks Japan Cherry Blossom Merchandise
Starbucks Japan will be releasing their new Sakura merchandise collection and spring-limited beverage in February 2023! Many companies in Japan love to release limited-edition merchandise and drinks and Starbucks is no different. Starbucks Japan releases...