Otona no Kagaku Magazine BEST SELECTION 07 – Mini Letterpress Printing Press

A letterpress printing press for creating business cards and small paper goods using real movable type

Letterpress printing involves arranging movable type, applying ink, and pressing it onto paper.
This kit recreates the classic hand-operated platen press—once widely used for printing cards and small items—faithfully preserving its mechanism in a palm-sized format.

Kit Features
Palm-sized letterpress printing press with hand press operation

Pick up individual pieces of type one by one and compose your plate.
Apply ink and print using a hand press.
The subtle impressions, textures, and ink irregularities unique to letterpress printing result in warm, character-rich prints.

With each print you make, the joy of hands-on craftsmanship grows—turning your room into a tiny personal print workshop.

Perfect for printing handmade business cards, cards, and small paper items

You can print business cards, message cards, sticky notes, and other small paper goods.
Ink variations and the tactile depth of the type add to the charm of handmade printing.
The time and care you invest are reflected in the warmth and personality of each finished piece.

Includes printing paper and ink—ready to start right away

Assembly time for the press is approximately 30 minutes.
With video instructions included, even beginners can assemble it with confidence.

The kit comes with business card–sized printing paper and black ink, allowing you to start printing the day it arrives.
Watercolor paints can also be used as ink substitutes, so you can enjoy printing in different colors.

Comes with a guidebook full of ideas and inspiration

The included guidebook explains printing steps and sample projects, introduces advanced techniques using resin plates, and features interviews with traditional letterpress printing studios.

From craft beginners to stationery and printing enthusiasts, this kit offers something for everyone to enjoy.