Elections vs Awards: A Quick Guide

Stationery Elections

The Stationery Election is an annual event hosted by GetNavi, a Japanese magazine brand, where readers vote for their favorite new stationery products across seven key categories. Reflecting the real preferences of everyday users, the election highlights what’s trending, functional, and fun in the world of stationery.

Stationery Awards

The Stationery Awards is an annual prize organized by Fusosha Publishing, where professionals from Japan’s top stationery stores evaluate over 1,000 new products to select the most outstanding designs of the year. Unlike the Elections, which are driven by public votes, the Awards are curated by expert judges who celebrate craftsmanship, innovation, and long-lasting functionality in every category.

Learn Why They Stand Out

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