The dragonfly in our logo is a perfect symbol of nature as it flies freely through the sky, representing grace and freedom. It inspires and reminds us of our dream of a world with clear skies and clean water, where both dragonflies and humans can live.
At Tombow, we have a mission: Through our products, Tombow is redefining common practices and traditions to offer customer excitement and satisfaction. That's why we create products that not only support your creative work but also let you innovate with peace of mind. Our product portfolio includes items in recycled packaging or made from recycled materials so that you can be creative with a good conscience. We are committed to the responsible use of resources in order to protect and improve the environment.
Products Made from Recycled Materials & PEFC-Certified Wood
In our portfolio, we offer products made from recycled materials. These items maintain the same high quality and functionality as traditional products. Additionally, we produce wood products from PEFC-certified forests. By using PEFC-certified wood, we contribute to the protection of natural resources and the preservation of biodiversity, as seen in our Ki-Monogatari series of pencils.
Refillable Products Designed for Everyday Use
We place great importance on developing refillable products that are both practical and durable. Our refillable options are designed to be easy to use and efficient in the long term. A prime example is our correction tapes, which offer different products to refill.
Packaging Made from Forest-Certified Paper
Since 2021, we have been using forest-certified paper in the development of new product packaging. A great example of this is our sets with ABT pens. We are continuously working on transitioning all packaging to forest-certified paper or recycled materials step by step.
The Japanese Law for Promoting Environmentally Friendly Procurement (official name is "Act on Promotion of Procurement of Eco-Friendly Goods and Services by the State and Other Entities"), which came into effect in 2001, encourages the use of goods and services by government agencies and other organizations to establish a society that can develop sustainably with reduced environmental load.
The Green Purchasing Network (GPN) is a non-profit organization in Japan that promotes environmentally friendly purchasing and includes a network of businesses, governments, and consumers. Tombow (Japan) has been a proud member of the Green Purchasing Network since 1996.
PEFC-certified wood
PEFC-certified wood signifies responsible forestry practices and guarantees that the wood comes from well-managed forests. By purchasing PEFC-certified products, you support the responsible management of forests These forestry standards ensure that forests remain healthy and diverse, which promotes the preservation of biodiversity and combats climate change. Tombow (Japan) has been a PEFC-certified company since 2008. Tombow Pen & Pencil (Germany) is a sales subsidiary.
Eco Mark Japan
Products with the Eco Mark are certified by the Japan Environmental Association. The Eco Mark is a Type I eco-label based on ISO14024 standards and is awarded to products that have a demonstrably low environmental impact throughout their life cycle - from manufacture to disposal - and are useful for environmental protection. This mark is only found on products sold in Japan; European products do not have this mark on their packaging. Tombow (Japan) has been manufacturing Eco Mark products since 1992.
Biomass Mark
The "Biomass Mark" of the Japan Organics Recycling Association is applied to products that use biological resources (biomass). An attached number indicates the "biomass grade", the ratio of the dry weight of the biomass used to the dry weight of the product. This mark is only found on products sold in Japan; European products do not have this mark on their packaging.