thejournalshop.com

2.5
2.5 Based on 21 reviews

Shop the largest selection of Stationery at The Journal Shop including Hobonichi, Traveler’s Notebook, Blackwing, stickers, planners & cult Japanese stationery. We ship worldwide!...

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21 Reviews

5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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EL75
Excellent customer service experience

I had a minor issue with one of the items in my order and reported it a few days after delivery. I received a response within the same day, and the support team addressed it immediately. The representative who assisted me was courteous and sincerely apologetic, which truly made an impact. I was refunded quickly and informed that I could keep the item as well, which was a wonderful gesture. Great store with friendly customer service.

5
Date of experience: Dec 31, 2025
Randy Foster
Negative reviews flagged and evidence removed

They flag negative reviews on Trustpilot, so I hope this won't be taken down again by the automated system. I'm passionate about sharing my experience to warn others. I had a bizarre and unsettling encounter with this company. I placed an order but never received my parcel; they refused to refund me. A representative sent me a photo of my residence, which was very uncomfortable. The issue of the missing parcel was never addressed, and I received increasingly cold messages. I later discovered that the representative was a chatbot, but another person joined the conversation and continued sending unhelpful messages, essentially blaming me. When I attempted to reach out on other platforms, they flagged me instead of addressing my concerns. I tried Instagram, and they deleted my comments and never responded. This company seems very suspicious and has kept my money. They rely on flagging negative reviews on Trustpilot to maintain a positive image.

1
Date of experience: Dec 31, 2025
Its_BrytZix
Disappointing customer experience

I genuinely wanted to like this shop, but my experience has been quite disappointing. I paid extra for next-day delivery for a birthday gift, but after four days, I was still waiting with no updates. When I contacted customer service, I received excuses and no real effort to resolve the issue. It's unfortunate, but this has completely deterred me from ordering again. I've since found another supplier that has been reliable and offers great service.

1
Date of experience: Dec 03, 2025
Alex B.
Crossing professional boundaries

I would give zero stars if possible. I placed an order that was marked as delivered, but the tracking photo showed it was not delivered to my home. I explained this to the company, but then I received a message from a representative who sent a photo of my building, suggesting I was lying. It was shocking that they took such invasive steps and treated me with hostility. I now feel at a loss for a significant amount of money. Their responses and handling of the situation seem unprofessional and inappropriate. Other customers have shared similar experiences, and I should have researched before ordering. If you decide to order, be cautious as they may reference your personal details in unsettling ways.

1
Date of experience: Nov 03, 2025
Madarrow92
Positive experience with customer support

I can't understand the negative feedback, particularly regarding customer service. I had to cancel my order unexpectedly and emailed the store. Within a day, I received a kind and helpful response. The cancellation was handled smoothly, and I will definitely return in the future!

5
Date of experience: Oct 30, 2025
Caroline M.
Fantastic shopping experience

I had a wonderful experience ordering from the store. They have a wide selection of appealing and useful products, and the customer service was extremely helpful. I will definitely order again in the future.

5
Date of experience: Oct 28, 2025
Millicent
Good service, but delivery was slow

The tracking code I received didn't work for several days, and I expected quicker delivery. I initially left a poor review due to the delay. However, my order eventually arrived, well packaged and in great condition. I deducted a star because the tracking information could have been clearer.

4
Date of experience: Oct 09, 2025
EB13
Great product range and helpful service

I've been a loyal customer for years and can't fault them. They offer a vast selection of Japanese stationery and unique items. The customer service is consistently friendly and responsive, which surprises me given some negative reviews. I recently received an order within 48 hours, and my experiences have been consistently positive. Thank you, and I look forward to my next order!

5
Date of experience: Oct 01, 2025
MadKoinkoin50
Declining service quality

I've been a loyal customer for a while and was always impressed with their service. However, my recent experiences have not lived up to that. With a recent order, it seemed like they took orders without confirming stock. When delivery was delayed without communication, my emails went unanswered. When they finally replied, my request to cancel was ignored. The new chatbot system has made communication worse, with auto-responses replacing genuine feedback. At the time of writing, I've been waiting in their chat queue for quite a while with no response. It's disappointing to see such a decline in service, and I may look elsewhere in the future.

2
Date of experience: Oct 01, 2025
Tregonwell
Extremely dissatisfied

If I could give this company zero stars, I would. I ordered two items, one being a pack of ink cartridges that arrived damaged, with one missing. The fountain pen I ordered was misrepresented on the website. I received an automated reply to my email and couldn't reach anyone by phone. Customer service later suggested the issues with my order might be a 'manufacturing issue.' I've been offered refunds but haven't received any instructions or refunds yet.

1
Date of experience: Sep 22, 2025

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  • Shop the largest selection of Stationery at The Journal Shop including Hobonichi, Traveler’s Notebook, Blackwing, stickers, planners & cult Japanese stationery. We ship worldwide!

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