I seriously need to stop coming here but I just can't. I love a good bookstore, and this one has…read morealways been special to me. Located right across from Bryant Park, it's almost impossible to walk by without going in. It's usually crowded, but that's part of its charm. The store has three levels, each worth exploring. The main floor features an impressive selection of books, including bestsellers and new releases right as you walk in. The lower level is where you'll find collectibles, specialty pens, beautiful notebooks and stationery, unique gifts, even more books, and plenty of cute items that will tempt you to spend more than you planned. The book selection is excellent, although I have to admit the prices can be a bit on the higher side. The staff are always friendly, and checkout is surprisingly quick, so don't let the long lines discourage you. One thing to note: drinks aren't allowed inside, so you'll need to leave them with security before entering. If you're visiting the area or spending time around Bryant Park, I highly recommend stopping by. Whether you're a book lover or just enjoy browsing, this bookstore is absolutely worth a visit.

Hubs: How'd you find this?…read more Ghost in the shell is his fav anime. I knew this was a must have. I was able to score a Ghost in the Shell special archive edition (see pics). This bookstore is one of the coolest spots in midtown. I used to work in the offices next store and would go upstairs to the cafe for lunches or snacks when I needed a break. It was a time way back in the day. Cut back to our Mom's day out... On Mom's day out we made our way toward our lunch reservation, bustling through the glow of the Knicks recent championship win. The city was a vibe and we were living for it. We also were on a mission for finding possible Father's Day gifts and being that 2 out of the three Hubs was into anime, I suggested making a stop here. Not only don't have great stuff for the manga/anime mega fans, it's also a pretty cool book store. One like back in the olden days. Check out was quick and easy and we really did enjoy just looking at all the great stuff. Can't say anything about the food because we saved our appetite for our lunch rez. But all in all, it was great to be back and to show off one of my spots in my old stomping grounds.

Exactly what I was expecting: a real store, with real people, having expertise, and a wide…read moreselection. I went in with a general idea of what I needed for a portfolio to use at a job fair. The manager helped me hone in on a vintage '80's indigo pad. Looks so much better that your standard, big box store options. (Although they have those too.) Was already in a condition that looked new. He also inspected it, and made sure it was freshened up. So, it really popped. They also have all the Pentel's--picked up one of those. As well as, a wide selection of pencils, pens, fountain pens, stationary, ledgers, printer toner, other printer needs, and many other treasures. Classic Manhattan store, in a great location in the Diamond District. I will definitely come again.

Went down to Phil's a couple times during my lunch break. The heavy door makes it feel like a haven…read morefrom the cold. Phil has stacks of many different types of paper. Phil is helpful and gave me interesting insight into the people that buy his paper. There is great paper here and good objects for measuring and working with paper. I reccomended !

This store is out of business. When you go to their website it tell you the site is for sale. And…read moreif you try to call them on the listed phone number you are told this number is not in service. When I worked in the garment district I use to purchase nice pens and stationery.

Last year, I ordered a replacement for my day planner with these people. They fiddled around for…read moreWEEKS before telling me they were having a problem with their vendor for the Preference Collection loose leaf 2020 inserts. I was very understanding, because we were in the beginning of the Covid nonsense and told him I would order this item for 2021, which I did do. Well, THEY SENT ME THE WRONG THING. I ordered the 3-hole version and they sent me the 7-hole version INSTEAD. They should have AT LEAST checked to make sure they were sending me the right item These things are not cheap. The original item was $17 something but by the time I paid for the postage, etc., it was $26! I am furious and disgusted, ESPECIALLY BECAUSE I NEED THIS ITEM NOW!!!!! I notice that the "recent reviews" are from two years ago. Obviously, SOMETHING is happening with this company that has nothing to do with the Covid virus. Don't risk your hard earned money at THIS store.

This is a great little shop full of K-pop gifts! They don't have a wide selection of every K-pop…read moregroup, just the popular ones. However, of the merch they have it is abundant. It's not a big store size wise but they do pack a lot of punch. Service is kind and friendly, often times they can get busy due to the demand but they manage. Items are priced slightly above par, but that's pretty common when it comes to K-pop memorabilia.

Koryo Books is a Korean bookstore and K pop merchandise shop in Koreatown on 32nd Street, and it…read moreoccupies a small footprint that gets crowded quickly once a few people are inside at the same time. I walked into a store that is essentially one large room, and the density of product on display meant navigating it during a busy period required some patience, but the selection within that compact space was broader than the size suggested. The Korean literature section covers both Korean language and English language editions across a range of genres, which makes it genuinely useful for anyone studying the language or looking for titles that are difficult to find at general bookstores in the city. I saw children's books in Korean, well stocked. The K pop side of the store covers albums, photocards, posters, keychains, stickers, and merchandise across a wide range of artists, with BTS having a particularly strong presence historically alongside newer groups. Pricing runs higher than what I would pay ordering online or finding the same items at a larger retailer, which is the standard trade off for a specialty shop in Manhattan. Album prices in particular can be steep, though sale events bring them down to more competitive territory. Individual accessory items like stickers and bookmarks are priced at a premium relative to their size, so going in with a sense of what I am willing to spend helps avoid sticker shock at the register. The store is a reliable stop for anyone looking for Korean books or K pop merchandise in a physical retail setting in New York, with the caveat that the pricing and the crowd level are both factors worth knowing about before I go.

Although I live in NYC, I haven't had the pleasure to visit this venue in-person yet. However, my…read moreonline orders were no lress than perfect. Every well-priced, quality item was packed with great care and love. I was so pleased I ordered a second batch of goodies back-to-back. Receptive and kind owner; excellent customer service. Simply wonderful.

Cute shop in Greenpoint, Bklyn. It hosts a variety of stationery knickknacks that are slightly…read moreoverpriced. I would recommend going for the pens as those are more or less comparable to art supply stores pricing. The staff are friendly and will aid you in choosing what you desire. The best thing I saw in there were cute animal erasers. Of everything else, I'd rather support my local art supply store. Happy shops!

Cursive is one of my favorite stores in NYC. It's located in West village that there're lot of…read morecafes and restaurants as well :) this store has more cards and party goods. I love their tastes and I often stop by. If you like stationaries and home goods, this is the place to go to!

Fully scam, Silently its going to charge you every period…read moreof 4 weeks, even though it says they will stop after your cancellation, but definitely they keep charging you, no trust for this kind of business..!! Here is what they say in the end of your payment process: "By clicking Get My Plan, I agree to pay $39.99 for my plan and that if I do not cancel before the end of the 4-week introductory plan, it will convert to a 4-week subscription and Coursiv will automatically charge my payment method the regular price $39.99 every 4 weeks thereafter until I cancel. I can cancel online by visiting the subscription page in my profile on the website or in the app to avoid being charged for the next billing cycle"

Line Friends is a brand of characters originating as a sticker pack from the popular messaging app,…read moreLINE. Located in Times Square, this Line Friends location is chock full of cute Line Friends themed merch, as well as a ton of great photo ops with different giant-sized Line Friends characters. The most prominent of which is the 11.5' tall mega brown bear located right at the front entrance. Prices are definitely expensive, but you come here more for the pictures and a few souvenirs than to actually stock up on merchandise. We took several cute photos here, bought a few trinkets, and then quickly left before we could do too much damage to our wallets.

LINE FRIENDS opened their first USA store in Times Square on Broadway in New York in July of 2017…read more I've always tried to stop at LINE FRIENDS whenever I am in the area. Previous years, there was a HUGE teddy bear that goes by the name of Brown who welcomed you in, but he has since been removed. I use LINE, the messaging app, with my friends. Some of the lovable LINE characters are Brown, Cony, Sally, and newer characters like Leonard (Sally's new frog buddy) and Pangyo (a panda). LINE FRIENDS is the official US store for LINE FRIENDS, BT21, TRUZ, and NewJeans merchandise like stuffed dolls, phone cases, housewares, clothing and other cute items. There is also a photo booth in the back of the store. I always like checking out the store to see what new items they have and the clearance items. A few months ago, LINE FRIENDS introduced a new LINE FRIENDS 'I Love NY' collection which makes great souvenirs. The collection included stylish tote bags, lovely keyrings, tumblers, etc. I bought a cute I love NY tote bag with Brown on it. There are definitely more BT21 items compared to LINE FRIENDS, but if you are in the area, definitely stop by LINE FRIENDS.

One of those shops you can probably only find in bigger cities like New York. This shop boasts an…read moreimpressive variety of greeting cards for all occasions, all beautiful/cute/unique/artsy. They also have planners, notebooks, drawing books, calendars, stationary. Several different types of pens and some art supplies. Office decor as well. A little pricier, especially because of location. Staff was kind and helpful.

Anyone who shops in most retail stores in Manhattan, let alone on 8th Street by New York…read moreUniversity, should be prepared to pay top dollar, especially for the exceptional selection of pens, journals, notepads, greeting cards ( that are significantly more creative than what you'd get in your local stationary shop) and some lovely gifts that writers would appreciate! I walked in recently to shop for a gift for one of my literary friends and i loved the selection of fancy pens as well as less expensive ones. In addition they have one of the most extensive selection of notepads, journals and sketch books. Sarah, one of the members of the staff was very helpful and did a great job gift wrapping my purchase!

A fresh, artsy shop with lots of adorable notebooks, washi tapes, and bags. I came here to pick a…read moregift for my friend, but there were too many options -- they all look so cute! The staff were also friendly and kind. I'd definitely come again. No food or drink is permitted when walking around but customers can leave them on a bench inside the room.

One of the cutest stores in the city! This little Japanese…read morestationary store in East Village is a destination for those with a love of epistolography* and cats. From the store logo, to much of the patterns and designs on the stationery and household items that one might find in a cozy writing desk nook, cat inspiration is the theme in this store. You can find cat greeting cards, notebooks, stickers, ink stamps, postcards, memo notes, letterhead, tea towels, and store merch, as well as other products like candles, ink, washi tape, coasters, etc. The store itself is quite tiny like other reviews have mentioned, it gets crowded when there are more than 7-8 customers shopping at the same time. Staff are friendly. They have a lovely wall of letters and notecards posted up right next to the door when you enter. *the art or practice of writing letters.

As someone who has worked in print as a publisher and as an account director for magazine…read moreadvertising over my career I still love a good magazine store. I love to walk around and peruse the shelves, view still in print publications I worked on, and also discover those of different topics. Magazine Cafe has a wide variety and assortment to choose from. They literally carry thousands of publications here on Fashion, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Art, Home, Food, Travel, Technology, News, Business, etc. They feature domestic and worldwide titles, plus hard to find publications. They have a good website where you can order from and ship for free in the continental US. if you love reading and are a magazine junkie this is a must visit.

I love coming here to look at physical magazines (they're becoming rare these days). They have a…read morewide variety of hard-to-find fashion, interior design titles, even international ones. I love that I can always find World of Interiors here.