Authentic Nautical Charts Used by the Japan Coast Guard: Stylish and Exciting Remade "Nautical Chart Envelope Invitations" ♡

Have you ever seen a nautical chart?

"I love the ocean"

"I love travel"

"I love ships"

Here are some stylish envelope designs recommended for brides who feel this way.

These nautical charts envelopes can be purchased at stationery shops and bookstores. ♡

A nautical chart (海図, kaizu) is, as the name suggests, a sea version of the maps we usually use on land.

It records the conditions of waterways necessary for navigating the ocean.

(It might include information such as water depth, terrain, navigational aids, and hazards on the ocean floor.)

Reusing discontinued items

The nautical chart envelopes sold at this store 🔽 (Yamada Stationery Store) are made from previously used nautical charts that were actually employed by the Japan Coast Guard, which were revised due to changes in waterways and terrain and eventually discontinued.

In addition, some stationery shops and bookstores repurpose discarded nautical charts into stationery items like envelopes, notepads, and book covers.

(It's valuable because it's real nautical charts, not copies! ♡)

This photo shows a letter pad available at SAKANA BOOKS.

The people who typically read nautical charts are those working for the Japan Coast Guard, navigators, fishermen, and those with boat licenses.

For those unfamiliar with them, they can be difficult to interpret compared to regular maps because they require studying...

However, the numbers, wavy lines, and the combination of light blue, brown, and white look stylish, and just like with world maps, don't you feel excited just by looking at them? ♡

DIY for Weddings＊

In wedding DIY, we occasionally see designs using world maps.

Similarly, there are brides who stylishly use nautical chart envelopes for their wedding invitations. ♡

Nautical charts are randomly cut and pieced together when they are created by manufacturers, so each envelope has a unique pattern, making them stand out.

The sections depicting terrain and ocean differ in design, giving them a special feeling.

The retro vibe is also cute! ♡

The brown sealing wax matches perfectly too.

The place names written in English add to the stylishness.

If an envelope like this arrived in the mail, I'd be so excited...! ♡

The idea of using a clear postage-paid label to maintain the aesthetic is genius.

(Just be cautious, as if the text is difficult to read, there’s a chance it will be returned by the post office.＊)

Nautical chart envelopes to touch your heart＊

Nautical charts evoke images of adventurous voyages from the Age of Discovery and an exciting sense of travel, making them an enchanting design.＊

It's amazing that real nautical charts, which were actually used to ensure maritime safety by the Japan Coast Guard, have been transformed into paper items sold at stationery shops.

Be sure to use them for DIY invitations or other items.

➡ Available on Rakuten