Sokai London is a space for British people to discover Japanese and Chinese stationery and small joys that make everyday life feel a little brighter.
We believe pleasures can be found in the smallest details. A perfectly weighted pen. A notebook that lays flat just right. A playful desk accessory that makes you smile each time you use it. These are the kinds of finds that turn the everyday into something more thoughtful, more intentional, and more satisfying.
Curated by award-winning marketing professional Dillan Gandhi (that’s me!), with guest contributions from his wife Bhavisha (for the more female-leaning stuff), Sokai London is dedicated to sharing these discoveries with a wider audience.
London and the UK now have access to these items in a way they never have before. Once, you had to travel to Tokyo or Shanghai to pick up specialist notebooks, pens, and lifestyle objects, or rely on unreliable imports. Today, a growing network of shops, stockists, and online platforms has made it possible to experience this culture of design without leaving home or going too far!
Whether it’s browsing tucked-away stationery shops in London, unearthing hidden gems across the UK, or sourcing beautiful products online that ship directly here, we bring together the best of Japanese and Chinese craft for those who value design and delight, and form and function.
Sokai London is more than a blog and feed. It’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and the details that often go unnoticed but make a real difference to how we live, work, and enjoy our days.
Follow along for inspiration:
Instagram: @sokailondon
TikTok: @sokailondon
And for features and collaborations, email: dillan@sokai.london