Frequently Asked Questions
For further enquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Online orders
When will my order be shipped?
Domestic orders
We typically ship orders within 3 working days, excluding weekends and public holidays.
International orders
We typically ship within 5 working days of receiving your order.
We typically ship orders within 3 working days, excluding weekends and public holidays.
International orders
We typically ship within 5 working days of receiving your order.
Do you accept payment methods other than credit card?
Domestic orders
We offer payment-on-delivery with Sagawa Express.
This payment method cannot be selected online — please contact us with the following details and we will assist you via email.
・Shipping address
・Contact phone number
・Product name/s and quantity
・Preferred delivery date and time (optional)
International orders
We accept payment by PayPal. For more information about PayPal, please visit their website.
We offer payment-on-delivery with Sagawa Express.
This payment method cannot be selected online — please contact us with the following details and we will assist you via email.
・Shipping address
・Contact phone number
・Product name/s and quantity
・Preferred delivery date and time (optional)
International orders
We accept payment by PayPal. For more information about PayPal, please visit their website.
Can I change or cancel my completed order?
You may change or cancel your order prior to dispatch. Please contact us within 24 hours of order confirmation.
For dispatched orders, please enquire within 7 days of delivery.
For dispatched orders, please enquire within 7 days of delivery.
I haven’t received my order confirmation email.
Your order confirmation is automatically emailed to the email address you entered at checkout.
If you don’t receive your order confirmation email within 24 hours, please contact us via our enquiry form with your order details.
*Occasionally our emails may be marked as junk mail – please take a moment to review your mail settings.
If you don’t receive your order confirmation email within 24 hours, please contact us via our enquiry form with your order details.
*Occasionally our emails may be marked as junk mail – please take a moment to review your mail settings.
Returns, exchanges and repairs
Can I return or exchange my purchase?
We accept returns for new and unused items only, registered with us within 7 days of delivery. You can find more information on returns and exchanges here.
Where can I find information on product care and repairs?
You can find our guide to using and caring for our products here.
For repairs and further enquiries, please contact us.
For repairs and further enquiries, please contact us.
Shop services – Kakimori
Do you have customer parking?
There is no on-site parking at Kakimori and Inkstand. Paid parking facilities are available nearby.
What payment methods are accepted in-store?
We accept cash as well as the following methods at both Kakimori and Inkstand:
Credit card (one instalment) – Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners Club, Discover
Contactless – IC transport cards, iD, QUICPay, Apple Pay, PayPay
*Please note that IC cards cannot be recharged at our stores.
*Accepted IC cards – Kitaca, Suica, Pasmo, Toica, Manaca, Icoca, Sugoca, Nimoca, Hayakaken
Credit card (one instalment) – Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners Club, Discover
Contactless – IC transport cards, iD, QUICPay, Apple Pay, PayPay
*Please note that IC cards cannot be recharged at our stores.
*Accepted IC cards – Kitaca, Suica, Pasmo, Toica, Manaca, Icoca, Sugoca, Nimoca, Hayakaken
Do I need to book ahead to make an order-made notebook?
Weekdays: Bookings are not required
Weekends/public holidays: By appointment from Sat 18/3. Make a booking
On weekends and public holidays, a limited number of walk-in spaces are available with notebook collection or delivery at a later date (delivery fee applies).
Weekends/public holidays: By appointment from Sat 18/3. Make a booking
On weekends and public holidays, a limited number of walk-in spaces are available with notebook collection or delivery at a later date (delivery fee applies).
What sizes are available for order-made notebooks?
We offer two sizes: B5 and B6.
Will my order-made notebook be ready to collect on the day?
Weekdays: Same-day collection is available
Weekends/public holidays: Priority will be given to customers with bookings. Make a booking
Weekends/public holidays: Priority will be given to customers with bookings. Make a booking
How long does the name embossing service for order-made notebooks take?
Please allow one week for in-store orders or 3 working days for online orders from the order date.
Shop services – Inkstand by Kakimori
Do I need to book ahead to make order-made ink?
Classroom
What is Classroom?
Classroom is our program of workshops where we explore the joy of writing.
Writing, drawing, making… find a workshop that appeals to you, and we will guide your creativity in a relaxed and nurturing environment.
(Japanese only, English content coming soon)
Writing, drawing, making… find a workshop that appeals to you, and we will guide your creativity in a relaxed and nurturing environment.
(Japanese only, English content coming soon)