Kobe Gakuin University 60th Anniversary "Kobe INK Monogatari" Series ~Student x Nagasawa Stationery Center Jointly Developed Inks Born~
Kobe Gakuin University, commemorating its 60th anniversary, has collaborated with Nagasawa Stationery Center to develop two original "Kobe INK Monogatari" inks inspired by its campuses. Students were involved from planning to design, and a pre-sale event will be held at Kobe Marui on May 21-22, 2026.
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Students discussing ink colors
Students considering ink colors
Kobe Gakuin University (Chuo-ku, Nishi-ku, Kobe City), commemorating its 60th anniversary, has partnered with Nagasawa Stationery Center Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Kobe City) to undertake the original ink development project "Kobe INK Monogatari x Kobe Gakuin University." With the completion of two types of original inks inspired by the university's campuses, a pre-sale event will be held as follows.
This project is an industry-academia collaboration where volunteer students from the Faculty of Contemporary Society, Faculty of Business Administration, and Faculty of Humanities actively participated from planning to package design, receiving advice from Mr. Naoyuki Takeuchi of Nagasawa Stationery Center, who supervised all colors of "Kobe INK Monogatari."
【Kobe Marui Pre-sale Event】
Prior to general release, students from Professor Yukie Tsuji's seminar in the Faculty of Business Administration will operate a limited-time pop-up shop and conduct in-person sales.
Date and Location
(1) Date: May 21 (Thursday) and May 22 (Friday), 2026, 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM
(2) Location: Kobe Marui 1F Pop-up Shop (near the Center Gai entrance)
(3) Content: Pre-sale of original inks, trial writing experience, product charm introduction by students
2. Product Overview
(1) Product Names
① Poai Campus Blue
A transparent blue inspired by the sea and sky of Port Island and the infinite possibilities of students.
② Arise Campus Green
A hopeful green inspired by the rich nature of the Arise region and the evergreen trees that mark its history.
(2) Price: 2,500 yen each (2,750 yen including tax)
【Reference Information】
■ About Kobe INK Monogatari
"Kobe INK Monogatari" is a series of writing inks themed around the rich and colorful scenery of Kobe, a city blessed by nature. Born from the desire to express gratitude with colors unique to Kobe, each color embodies the history, landscapes, and stories related to various parts of Kobe.
Since its birth in 2007, we have introduced over 150 stories. We hope to continue conveying the joy of handwriting and the charm of Kobe to everyone.
【Remarks】
General Release Date: May 30 (Saturday), 2026
Sales Locations: Nagasawa Stationery Center, Kobe Gakuin University Port Island 1st Campus, Building D, 1st floor store "Book Café HAON," etc.
■ Press Inquiries
Kobe Gakuin University: Social Collaboration Group, Kiyota
TEL: 078-974-4057 (Weekdays 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM *Excluding 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM)
Mail: renkei@j.kobegakuin.ac.jp
Students considering ink colors
Kobe Gakuin University (Chuo-ku, Nishi-ku, Kobe City), commemorating its 60th anniversary, has partnered with Nagasawa Stationery Center Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Kobe City) to undertake the original ink development project "Kobe INK Monogatari x Kobe Gakuin University." With the completion of two types of original inks inspired by the university's campuses, a pre-sale event will be held as follows.
This project is an industry-academia collaboration where volunteer students from the Faculty of Contemporary Society, Faculty of Business Administration, and Faculty of Humanities actively participated from planning to package design, receiving advice from Mr. Naoyuki Takeuchi of Nagasawa Stationery Center, who supervised all colors of "Kobe INK Monogatari."
【Kobe Marui Pre-sale Event】
Prior to general release, students from Professor Yukie Tsuji's seminar in the Faculty of Business Administration will operate a limited-time pop-up shop and conduct in-person sales.
Date and Location
(1) Date: May 21 (Thursday) and May 22 (Friday), 2026, 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM
(2) Location: Kobe Marui 1F Pop-up Shop (near the Center Gai entrance)
(3) Content: Pre-sale of original inks, trial writing experience, product charm introduction by students
2. Product Overview
(1) Product Names
① Poai Campus Blue
A transparent blue inspired by the sea and sky of Port Island and the infinite possibilities of students.
② Arise Campus Green
A hopeful green inspired by the rich nature of the Arise region and the evergreen trees that mark its history.
(2) Price: 2,500 yen each (2,750 yen including tax)
【Reference Information】
■ About Kobe INK Monogatari
"Kobe INK Monogatari" is a series of writing inks themed around the rich and colorful scenery of Kobe, a city blessed by nature. Born from the desire to express gratitude with colors unique to Kobe, each color embodies the history, landscapes, and stories related to various parts of Kobe.
Since its birth in 2007, we have introduced over 150 stories. We hope to continue conveying the joy of handwriting and the charm of Kobe to everyone.
【Remarks】
General Release Date: May 30 (Saturday), 2026
Sales Locations: Nagasawa Stationery Center, Kobe Gakuin University Port Island 1st Campus, Building D, 1st floor store "Book Café HAON," etc.
■ Press Inquiries
Kobe Gakuin University: Social Collaboration Group, Kiyota
TEL: 078-974-4057 (Weekdays 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM *Excluding 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM)
Mail: renkei@j.kobegakuin.ac.jp