Koji Paper vs Tomoe River – Sterling Ink’s New Notebook Put to the Test

Koji Paper vs Tomoe River – let’s see how Sterling Ink’s new notebook actually performs in real life. In this video I’m unboxing my latest Sterling Ink order (stickers, clear cover, and the new notebook) and then doing a comprehensive paper test to compare the new Koji paper with this year’s Tomoe River Paper. If you use your planner or journal as a mental health tool, you know paper choice really matters. So we’re looking at sheen, shading, ghosting, bleed-through, and how this paper handles everyday planning, art journaling, and fountain pen playtime. What’s inside this video: • Sterling Ink order overview – stickers, clear cover, and new notebook • Planner / journaling sticker flip-through • Clear planner cover first impressions & fit • First look at the new Sterling Ink Koji notebook and paper details • Huge paper test: Koji paper vs 56 tomoe river with real supplies • Final thoughts – is there a clear winner, and who is this paper best for? ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:32 Sterling Ink order overview (stickers, cover, notebook) 2:52 Planner & journaling stickers flip-through 8:15 Clear planner cover – fit & feel 8:56 New Sterling Ink notebook – Koji paper first impressions 12:33 Comprehensive pen & paper test • Fountain pens & ink (sheen, shading, large ink swatches) • Most common markers: Tombow, Mildliner, Zig Color Dot & more • Everyday pens: Energel Clena, Zebra Blen, Gelly Roll, etc. • Stamps: pre-inked + stamp pads • Watercolor: water-first, regular painting, pulling color with water, layering 2 colors 34:42 Final thoughts – Koji paper vs Tomoe River #sterlingink #pentesting #notebookreview #sticker #stationery 🛍️ DISCOUNTS & FAVORITES: • Save at Mandy Lynn Plans: Use code Jess10 at https://mandylynnplans.com/ • Shop Goldspot Pens: https://goldspot.com?aff=37 📖 MY 2026 SETUP: • Main Planner: Sterlink Ink Complete Planner - https://sterling-ink.com/ • Ink Journal: Hobonichi Cousin Avec ✨ ABOUT MY MAGICAL PLANNER: Hi, I’m Jess! 👋 I’m a fountain pen enthusiast, planner lover, and ADHD mom navigating life with a neurodivergent family. My goal is to help you stay organized in a "beautifully imperfect" way. On this channel, we explore: • ADHD-friendly planning systems & executive function tips • Fountain pen reviews & ink swatching (Pilot, Sailor, Esterbrook, & more!) • Realistic productivity for busy, messy lives • I believe you don't need a perfect aesthetic to have a functional life. Let’s find the tools that quiet the noise. 📺 BINGE-WATCH THESE PLAYLISTS: • New Pen Day! (Unboxings & First Impressions):    • New Pen Day! | Fountain Pen Unboxings   • My 2026 Survival System (Setups):    • My 2026 YouTube Business Planner: The Ulti...   💌 LET'S CONNECT: • Instagram: @mymagicalplanner • Business Inquiries: [email protected] DISCLAIMER: Some links above are affiliate links! This means if you make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows me to keep making videos like this. Thank you! 💜