Dominant Industry - Takasago Ivory A5 Blank Notebook

Dominant Industry Takasago Fountain Pen Notebook

The Dominant Industry Takasago Fountain Pen Notebook is a beautifully minimal softcover notebook designed with fountain pen users in mind. Made with paper from Japan’s Takasago Paper Mill, this notebook focuses on one thing above all else: an exceptional writing experience.

Inside, you’ll find 86 sheets of white 88gsm paper with blank pages. While the weight may sound familiar, the feel is anything but ordinary. The paper is notably smooth, allowing nibs to glide effortlessly with very little feedback. Fountain pen inks show their true color once dry, making this notebook especially satisfying for both everyday writing and ink testing.

Despite its smooth surface, the paper performs impressively well. Feathering and bleed-through are minimal, and show-through is surprisingly low—comfortable for writing on both sides of the page. Dry times are slightly faster than expected for such a smooth paper, making it practical for note-taking as well as longer writing sessions.

The design is intentionally understated. Branding is minimal, with only subtle markings on the black cover. Inside, there are no page numbers, dates, or headings—just clean grid pages, plus blank sheets at the front and back. The flexible binding opens flat and stays open easily, without the need for elastic closures.

Simple, focused, and thoughtfully made, the Takasago Fountain Pen Notebook is an excellent choice for writers who value high-quality paper, a distraction-free layout, and a refined, minimalist aesthetic.

• A5
• 86 Pages
• Blank