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Midori Aluminum & Wood Ruler 15 cm: Beech and Metal

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Quick answer

The Midori Aluminum & Wood Ruler 15 cm pairs aluminum with European beech in a 160 mm body just 2 mm thick. One edge has a 0.5 mm scale and the other a 1 mm scale, both laser engraved. Midori lists it as made in Japan at 550 yen with tax (about US$3.48).

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Midori Aluminum and Wood Ruler 15 cm drawn to scale in light brown and black, 160 mm long, with a beech wood strip and engraved scale
The aluminum and wood ruler in light brown and black, drawn to scale (1 mm = 3.8 px). Original illustration made for this guide. © Stationery Times.

Product facts

Product
Midori Aluminum & Wood Ruler 15 cm, light brown (42257006)
Brand
Midori
Brand origin
Japan
Made in
Japan*
Material
Aluminum and European beech wood
Price range
$under $5 per item
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Notes on these facts
  • Made by Designphil Inc. (Tokyo). Made in Japan: Midori's online store lists the country of origin as Made in Japan. Source. Price: example listing.
  • How we test and disclose samples: How we test stationery.
  • Price bands are typical US retail, checked October 2026. Conversions to US dollars are approximate, at October 2026 rates (US$1 = ¥158 = ₩1,330 = NT$32.5 = CN¥6.7 = SEK 9.9 = DKK 6.7 = ₺49.6 = C$1.41 = A$1.43 = CZK 21.7; €1 = US$1.12; £1 = US$1.32; CHF 1 = US$1.21).

Key takeaways

  • The body is 160 × 20 × 2 mm: aluminum combined with European beech wood.
  • One edge carries a scale in 0.5 mm steps and the other a 1 mm scale, both laser engraved.
  • Seen from the side the ruler is slightly arched, which Midori says makes it easier to pick up and hold.
  • It costs 550 yen with tax (about US$3.48), 110 yen more than the plain aluminum ruler.
  • Midori lists it as made in Japan in four colors, including light brown and black.

What is the Midori Aluminum & Wood Ruler?

It is a 15 cm ruler that mixes aluminum and beech wood. Midori describes a stylish ruler that combines light, strong aluminum with natural beech from Europe. The scale is laser engraved so it does not rub off, and the aluminum means a craft knife can be used along the edge.

What are the specs?

160 × 20 × 2 mm. Midori lists:

Item Value
Body 160 × 20 × 2 mm
Package 183 × 23 × 2 mm
Material Aluminum and European beech
Scales 0.5 mm on one side, 1 mm on the other
Part number 42257006 (light brown); black 42270006; dark brown A 42274006; brown × brown 42280006
Price 550 yen with tax (about US$3.48)

Why two scales?

One for fine work, one for quick work. The half-millimeter scale suits small measurements and the 1 mm scale is easier to read at a glance. By our arithmetic the finer scale doubles the number of divisions over the same length.

How does it compare with the plain aluminum ruler?

It costs 110 yen more for wood and a second scale. The plain 15 cm aluminum ruler is 440 yen and 3 mm thick; this one is 550 yen and 2 mm thick, with the arched profile. For a folding 30 cm see the Aluminum Multi Ruler.

Which color should you pick?

Four colors, one price. Midori lists light brown (42257006), black (42270006), dark brown A (42274006) and brown × brown (42280006) at 550 yen each. We read only the light brown page. At 2 mm thick the ruler is 1 mm slimmer than the plain aluminum one, which makes it easier to slip into a notebook or pen case.

Will the price change?

Possibly, soon. On the day we read the page, Midori’s store said it was running system maintenance for a price revision, that purchases were paused from 5 pm on October 30 until 11 am on November 2, and that sales at the current price ended at the start of that pause. So the yen price here is the pre-revision price, and the new one may differ. Check the store before you budget.

Who is it for?

For people who want a metal edge with a warmer look. The beech and aluminum combination costs 110 yen more than the plain metal ruler, about US$0.70 by our arithmetic. It is a desk ruler: Midori’s page does not claim it folds, measures angles or has an edge scale. For those features see the Aluminum Multi Ruler.

Where is it made, and what does it cost?

Midori’s store lists Made in Japan. At 550 yen with tax (about US$3.48) it is in our $ band (under $5).

Frequently asked questions

What is it made of?

Aluminum combined with European beech wood, per Midori.

How big is it?

160 mm long, 20 mm wide and 2 mm thick.

What scales does it have?

0.5 mm steps on one side and 1 mm steps on the other, laser engraved.

Can I cut along it?

Midori says the aluminum allows use with a cutter.

What does the arch do?

Seen from the side the ruler is slightly arched, which Midori says makes it easy to pick up and press.

How much is it?

550 yen with tax, about US$3.48.

Where is it made?

Midori's store lists Made in Japan.

Sources (1)

  1. Midori Online Store: Aluminum & Wood Ruler 15 cm light brown product page (materials, size, scales, origin, price; read October 31, 2026)

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