The Journal Shop Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Review summary

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Considering 62 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. People frequently mention the impressive selection of unique stationery items, praising the truly exceptional quality of all the products available in the store. Shoppers consistently highlight the prompt shipping services and the careful packaging that keeps purchases completely safe during transit. Additionally, customers appreciate the incredibly helpful and efficient support team, noting that any questions or order adjustments are handled very quickly. However, some customers also noted minor delivery delays and occasional issues with tracking information updates. Others mentioned that standard shipping times could sometimes feel slightly longer than expected compared to alternative online stores.

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Product

Consumers find product satisfaction to be high, frequently praising the lovely, excellent quality stationery... See more

Customer service

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Delivery service

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Order

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of order, frequently praising the speedy delivery and securely packaged... See more

Staff

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The tracking code I was given didn't work for quite a few days, I was under the impression that delivery would be much quicker than it was, so I - admittedly with haste - gave them a poor review on he... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience! I put in the wrong shipping address by accident and didn’t think they’d be able to change it. A lovely lady, Chantelle, fixed it for me and refunded my shipping (because I pu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered from The Journal Shop many times. Items received quickly and well packaged. Today I requested an additional item to be added to an order placed the night before. Email was acknowledged very qu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recently ordered from the store for the third time and as before the items arrived promptly and well packaged. No issues whatsoever. I have not used the customer service as there was no need for that.... See more

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Company details

  1. Stationery shop
  2. also in
  3. Stationery manufacturer

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The Journal Shop is for people who know that stationery is never just stationery. We stock Hobonichi, Traveler’s Notebook, Blackwing, planners, stickers and cult Japanese favourites, alongside a carefully chosen range of notebooks, paper goods and desk essentials that are as useful as they are lovely to own. We’re here for people with strong opinions on paper quality, a soft spot for good design, and a habit of finding joy in the little things. Whether you journal daily, plan obsessively or simply want nicer things on your desk, The Journal Shop is all about thoughtful stationery and a shopping experience that feels easy, friendly and well looked after from start to finish. We ship worldwide, and are always very happy to send a little stationery joy your way.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I’d really appreciate if I pay for next…

I’d really appreciate if I pay for next day delivery it comes the next day, ordered the items on a Friday, they always have ‘order by x time to get it tomorrow’ I paid the extra and did that and the order didn’t arrive over the weekend ( I thought ok maybe they just don’t deliver on weekends, I shouldn’t have paid on a Friday my mistake) it is now Wednesday and my order just arrived. I also purchased a few more items using next day delivery thinking this was just a one off mistake again did not arrive the next day. If you can’t do next day don’t offer that to customers.

15 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Company

Great Company. My order arrived the next day, well packed with plenty of updates from the courier.
All the items were fantastic and I am looking forward to using them.

13 March 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered from The Journal Shop a couple…

Ordered from The Journal Shop a couple of times now, my orders arrived well packed and as expected on both occasions. Appreciated the friendly customer service on my last order, the lady on the phone went above and beyond to ensure my order was sent out by next day delivery even though I missed the cut off. Would recommend.

22 January 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience, will return

Amazing Black Friday deals, customer support was helpful when I had to return an item even though I had used it, they took it back without any fuss. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys using nice stationery especially from Japan and Korea.

6 December 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing product selection

Amazing product selection, I have found some real gems on this site over the years. Customer service has always been professional, friendly and responsive. I get my Hobonichi here every year.

12 January 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Payed 75€ fro a 24,95€ notebook

I ordered a 24,95€ notebook, a small one (A5), payed 20€ for the shipment thinking that duties are included since it's a 20€ shipment of a small notebook. And now I'm asked to pay 27,75 in duties. And the solution was..."we understand your frustration, and we are sorry" Nothin in terms & condition mention shipment to Europe.

4 December 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I wish I could give them 0 stars

I wish I could give them 0 stars! Never ever buy anything from this shop. Because god forbid you need to refund or return an item! I’ve been waiting a month and they keep saying sorry our warehouse is busier than usual. The customer service rep is lovely but this is just unacceptable. On top of that if you want to return an item you have to pay for the postage yourself and I’ve been waiting so long for a refund that the tracking number is no longer valid!

6 October 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

UK version of JetPens

Ordered here twice already and positive experience so far. They're well packed and delivery was quick. I love the planners here, something you can't get in most stationery shops here in the UK.

9 September 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding customer service

I have had nothing but positive experiences shopping here. I just ordered something late as a gift and when I emailed to ask if they could prioritise it they were straight back to me with a promise to get it in the post today with two day delivery at no extra charge. They have a great range of products and there is the joy of dealing with real, named people and an independent business instead of one of those massive online e-commerce shops where no one cares.

4 September 2023
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Delivered wrong items

Made an order and got delivered the wrong items. Reached out to customer service who said they'd investigate the issue but complete radio silence since then. Pretty disappointing because I'd heard good things.

Save yourself the hassle and use another store.

17 August 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a brilliant stationery store!

This is a brilliant stationery store and they have an impressive range of items available. I’ve purchased a few traveler’s notebooks and hobonichi planners throughout the years and have loved my products and experience with the company. Would highly recommend!

14 May 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The BEST stationery shop

The BEST stationery shop! Lovely member of staff spent about an hour with me discussing the various merits of the Hobonichi and Hightide planners that I had been looking at online. Incredibly helpful - I’m super impressed.

7 November 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I really love this company

I really love this company. Been using for years - to buy the travellers notebooks and hobonichi diaries. They stock really interesting things and the service is always excellent!

6 November 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great range of journaling products

Great range of journaling products, the best in the UK. Reasonable prices and great shipping rates. I really like their loyalty scheme too, makes me want to shop with them more often!

22 June 2021
Unprompted review

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