etranger di costarica's most-requested items — the double-ring notebook and double-ring memo pad — return to store shelves from August 2026, two years after the beloved stationery brand shut down. The revival comes courtesy of Shinnippon Calendar Co., Ltd., which took over the brand determined not to let its legacy fade.
etranger di costarica, the Brand That Shut Down to Many Fans' Regret
etranger di costarica built a devoted following with its rich, vivid color range and simple, stylish designs, becoming a defining stationery brand of its era. Its products added a stylish accent to everyday belongings and were loved by many stationery fans for years.
But in 2024, the brand ceased operations, and its hugely popular notebooks and memo pads were discontinued along with it. After bringing back the 2025 calendar lineup as the first step of the revival, the brand now returns with the notebook and memo pad that customers most wanted back, as the second step.
Four Ways the Revived Notebook and Memo Pad Have Evolved
The revival keeps what made the original etranger di costarica notebooks and memo pads loved, while adding upgrades to make them even more satisfying to use.
1. Eye-Catching, Vivid Colors
etranger was known for its beautifully vivid covers — the kind that lift the mood just by holding them and add an accent to any desk. Five of the brand's most popular shades from its original color lineup have been brought back.
2. From 90 to 100 Sheets, With More Room to Write
The generous page count that was one of the brand's signature features has been boosted further, growing from 90 to 100 sheets so ideas can be jotted down without hesitation.
3. A Sturdy, Extra-Thick Back Cover for Writing While Standing
The back cover uses extra-thick, durable cardboard, giving a stable writing surface even in places without a desk, so the pen keeps moving smoothly while standing.
4. Light Gray Ruled Lines That Let Text and Drawings Stand Out
The interior pages use a subtle light gray for the ruled lines, so handwritten text and diagrams stand out clearly and stay easy to look back on later.
Product Details
Product name: etranger B5 Double-Ring Notebook
Colors: 5 colors (White, Black, Apple, Light Blue, Pink)
Size: B5 (25.7 × 18.2 cm) / 100 sheets
Price: ¥500 (before tax)
Product name: etranger A5 Double-Ring Notebook
Colors: 5 colors (White, Black, Apple, Light Blue, Pink)
Size: A5 (21.0 × 14.8 cm) / 100 sheets
Price: ¥400 (before tax)
Product name: etranger A7 Double-Ring Memo Pad
Colors: 5 colors (White, Black, Apple, Light Blue, Pink)
Size: A7 (10.5 × 7.4 cm) / 100 sheets
Price: ¥250 (before tax)
Release: From August 2026
Where to buy: Mass retailers, stationery stores, online shops, and other outlets nationwide
2027 etranger di costarica Calendars Also Go on Sale Starting in September
The etranger di costarica calendar series, which returned to sale last year as the first step of the brand's revival, will be sold again this year. The lineup spans 24 standard items across wall, desktop, and poster formats, going on sale nationwide from September at mass retailers, stationery stores, online shops, and other outlets.
