Owner of the bookstore Yomuniwa, which handles new books, little press (ZINE), and used books

Ruko, who has become engrossed in day labor jobs, working in over 250 different places because of the joy of meeting new people every day, will listen to your labor-related concerns! If you have any issues to discuss, please send your work-related worries anonymously from the 'inquiry' section when signing up. Ruko will think them over together with you on the day.

A service to visualize ZINEs being created across Japan, along with their creators and the shops or events that distribute them, aiming to create new encounters between you and ZINEs. ZINDIES is starting! The planners and developers will talk about the goals of this new service.

People who "create" Zindies will talk about the behind-the-scenes of the service. The term Book Geek includes not only engineers but also people who are trying to create books. We welcome the participation of those interested in the technical aspects of the service. It will be held online. Please feel free to join when the time comes. Sharing before and after the event using the hashtag #zindies on X, Instagram, note, etc. is highly encouraged.

# 1/12 @ Kyoto / Pre-opening event (details being finalized) We will hold a pre-opening event for the Zindies release in Kyoto. I'd like to gather acquaintances and have a small, informal conversation. Sharing on X, Instagram, note, etc. using the hashtag #zindies before or after the event is very welcome.

Zindies is a service that connects creators, delivery people, and enthusiasts around ZINEs as works, creating a world where many new works are born. https://zindies.co/ It is a service we have been developing since 2025, and it has finally reached a point of release. We will hold opening events in Kyoto, Nagoya, Tokyo, and online, and this time, it's the 'Tokyo edition'. Zindies users are diverse, including 'creators', 'readers', and 'people who want to create ZINEs', but in the Tokyo edition, we'd like to consider the future of ZINEs, focusing on those who operate hubs for ZINEs, such as 'bookstores' and 'co-working spaces'. While we will explain the service, more important are the voices of those who run each place. Therefore, we are inviting Masayuki Waikei, who is extremely knowledgeable about independent bookstores in Japan, and Tomoo Ito, chairman of the Co-working Cooperative, to a talk session on the theme 'How to Create a World Where ZINEs Are Everywhere'. Furthermore, we will hold a 'ZINE Fair', a real-life event that reproduces ZIndies' concept of connecting ZINE creators and stores. In this case, 'stores' include not only bookstores and co-working spaces but anywhere interested in ZINEs and would like to display them. ZINE creators are welcome to bring samples. Approximate timetable: 19:00-19:10: Explanation of Zindies' service concept and overview (Development: Chikura) 19:10-19:45: Talk session 'How to Create a World Where ZINEs Are Everywhere' (Masayuki Waikei & Tomoo Ito) 19:45-19:50: (Break) 19:50-21:00: Real Zindies 'ZINE Fair β Version' (in a social gathering format, allowing interactions between stores and ZINE creators) We hope the following people will join us: * Store operators (not only bookstores and co-working spaces; anyone interested in or considering displaying ZINEs is welcome) * ZINE creators * Those interested in the ZINE movement This time, we are borrowing the lounge from Heartbeats, located in Shinjuku Gyoenmae, for this event. Heartbeats is a company engaged in maintenance and operation of internet services, and after we talked about the concept of Zindies, they kindly offered the venue with their support. Sharing on X, Instagram, note, etc., using the hashtag #zindies is very welcome before, during, and after the event. Please note that we reserve the right to refuse participation to any individuals engaged in multi-level marketing solicitation or other business purposes deemed incompatible with the event's objectives by the organizers.

A slightly mysterious experience story by an author who doesn't believe in ghosts. I don't think it's a ghost, but how should I explain this... I'm posting the stories in the order I remember them. Since they actually happened, some are ongoing or have no punchline, but that's just how it is... It's not really scary but might be a little scary? Maybe. 46P

A ZINE where I wrote down the parts I could remember from the five years I spent living in Belgium. It's filled with parts of living abroad that aren't glamorous at all. From daily life troubles to stories about getting sick, and even stories from when a terrorist attack occurred. Wow... a lot sure happened. 60 pages.

A selection ZINE collecting manga and books that might help middle and high school students with their studies. It features works particularly recommended by Kani (a second-year junior high school student at the time of editing) from books they have actually read. Kani is a fan of science (chemistry), so there are slightly more science books.

Drawing (fan art) https://x.com/iyofika ZINE (note) https://note.com/iyofika1112 Handcrafts https://www.instagram.com/iyo_aomushi/ I'm looking for consignment partners for my ZINE. For other requests or inquiries, please contact me via the contact page (∩´∀｀)∩

A bookstore located in Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture, that opened in May 2024. Offerings: New books, used books, original merchandise, etc. Rental shelves available. https://www.instagram.com/sheepsheepbooks/

This is a companion guide packed with everything I know about combining Canva, risograph, and handmade binding to create ZINEs. Books related to Canva do not include how to make booklet-like ZINEs. Even reading articles by seniors who made ZINEs with Canva, there are many who prefer online submissions, and I can't find a page summarizing information on risographs or handmade bindings. In such circumstances, I tenaciously gathered information, repeated hypotheses and verifications, and finally got to the point where I could make ZINEs, sharing my insights. I hope this ZINE becomes a companion guide for those who want to make a ZINE from start to finish with their own hands, and becomes a starting point that strengthens the connection between Canva, risograph, and handmade binding. [Special Offer] If you send us your feedback or questions through the QR code at the end of the book by the end of March 2026, we will send you a URL where you can view the design of this work on Canva. *The special offer may be extended depending on the author's circumstances. [Contents] - The reason I made this ZINE - The best approach for Canva × Risograph × Saddle Stitch Binding (my current theory) - Choosing paper - Enjoying risographs (Notes on creating manuscripts and printing) - Imposition and saddle stitch binding - My favorite binding tools - Creating data on Canva (The background of starting to use Canva after Illustrator and Affinity) - Six key operations you should know - Convenient tips that I often use!!! - Column ① Various aspects of risographs (Choosing a studio, making plates for two-color printing, understanding the system and innovating the plates) - Column ② Escaping the maze of crop marks (The necessity of crop marks and bleed, the journey to understanding plate misalignments) [Specifications] Written, illustrated, and bound by ROMI A5 size, 28 pages Risograph printing Hand-bound, variability in risographs is inherent. I hope you enjoy those aspects as well.

The largest art event in the Tokai region. It is a "festival for creators" where people who craft showcase and sell their original works. In addition to handmade goods, illustrations, art, food, and furniture, there are also artists who release zines.

It is the largest art event in the Tokai region. It is a 'festival of creators' showcasing and selling original works created by people who make things. In addition to handmade crafts, illustrations, art, food, and furniture, there are also artists who publish ZINEs.

This is the first comic convention held in the Mikawa region in October 2025. Comic convention + Mikawa = 'Komikawa'. The event is scheduled to be held in October 2026. More details will be provided later.

Bookstores are places that untangle worries, gently heal the soul, and support learning. An author who loves bookstore tours visited the northwest area of Nagoya City. This book compiles interviews with the owners of 10 recommended bookstores and book cafes, capturing their stories and the charm of their shops. May this book serve as a guide for your Nagoya bookstore tour and bring bookstores closer to your life.

- ̗̀ Saving the hearts of those who work hard ̖́- Recommended by me, the bookstore cafe clerk ↪︎ Book spaces (Tokai region, travel destinations) ↪︎ Healing books and uplifting books📕 ． me 🧶 Former teacher🕊️ My dream is to create a bookstore cafe Participating in events and selling online ZINE sales📚 'Nagoya Bookstore Tour - Northwest Area Edition'

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