Natsume Yuujinchou: Nyanko-sensei and Takashi Become Bookplates!? “Book Stamp” Collection for Book Lovers Launches☆

From Natsume Yuujinchou: Adorable Character Stamps for Book Lovers!

Calling all fans of the serene and supernatural! The beloved characters from the TV anime Natsume Yuujinchou (also known as Natsume’s Book of Friends) have been transformed into charming traditional-style “hanko” seals. The Natsume Hanko-chou Zousho Stamp Collection is now available, offering book enthusiasts a perfect way to personalize their treasured volumes.

About Natsume Yuujinchou

Natsume Yuujinchou is a supernatural contract fantasy based on the manga by Yuki Midorikawa, serialized in Monthly LaLa. The story follows the lonely boy Natsume Takashi, who carries the secret that he can see youkai (spirits). His life changes when he inherits the “Yuujinchou” (Book of Friends) from his grandmother, Reiko, a powerful exorcist. With this book containing the names of youkai she subdued, Takashi finds himself pursued by spirits wanting their names back. Together with his self-proclaimed bodyguard, the pompous but lovable Nyanko-sensei, he navigates a busy life resolving the contracts his grandmother left behind.

The TV anime series began in 2008 with its first season and has since aired up to its sixth season. The seventh season, Natsume Yuujinchou Shichi (which can be translated as Natsume’s Book of Friends Seven), premiered in October 2024. The franchise also includes a movie released in September 2018 and special theater screenings in 2021.

Voice Cast Highlights

The iconic voices behind the characters are a big part of the series’ charm. Here are the main voice actors:

Meet the Natsume Hanko-chou Zousho Stamp Collection

Characters like Natsume Takashi, Nyanko-sensei, Tanuma Kaname, and others have been immortalized in this unique stamp set. It’s offered by the online seal shop Inkan Hanko SHOP Hankozu.

These stamps are designed to serve as a modern take on the traditional “zoushoin” or book owner’s seal. Historically, as literacy spread during the Edo period, such seals became popular among the common people to mark ownership of books and scrolls. They often featured inscriptions like “So-and-so’s Collection” and reflected the owner’s personality.

This collection was born from a desire to create “hanko for people who love books” that could adorably decorate comics and favorite reads.

The Natsume Hanko-chou Zousho Stamp Collection package.

A closer look at the stamp designs.

Designs and Features

There are 10 delightful designs to choose from, featuring:

• The protagonist, Natsume Takashi
• His friends: Natori Shuuichi, Tanuma Kaname, Matoba Seiji, and Taki Tooru
• Nyanko-sensei in three different expressions
• Nyanko-sensei’s true form, Madara
• Takashi’s grandmother, Natsume Reiko

Each character’s image is subtly paired with traditional Japanese floral illustrations, adding an extra touch of elegance.

The full set of 10 character stamp designs.

The stamps are self-inking types with a built-in pad. Each press rotates the stamp face, allowing for quick, consecutive stamping. They’re capable of about 3,000 impressions, and the ink can be refilled with separately sold ink when it fades. The stamp face size is 18mm x 21mm, and the ink color is a classic vermilion red.

The user-friendly self-inking mechanism.

Creative Ways to Use Your Stamps

Beyond marking books with “So-and-so’s Collection,” these stamps are versatile! You can customize them with just your name for letters, or use words like “OK” or “Done” for planners and notebooks. The cute chibi-style characters will brighten up any page with moe appeal.

An example of how the stamps can be used in a notebook.

How to Get Your Hands on Them

The Natsume Hanko-chou Zousho Stamp Collection is currently available for purchase at the Inkan Hanko SHOP Hankozu stores on Rakuten and Yahoo! Shopping. The price is 3,300 yen (including tax).

Whether you’re a long-time fan of the series or simply love cute stationery, these stamps offer a perfect blend of traditional craft and pop culture charm.

(C) Yuki Midorikawa / Hakusensha / “Natsume Yuujinchou” Production Committee

Article by: hidegomi

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