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HOBONICHI TECHO 2018

    Makoto Kagoshima Cat TrioA5 Size (fits Cousin)

    This cover was created in collaboration with Makoto Kagoshima, a versatile ceramic artist who works with a variety of art mediums, including containers, drawings, paintings, sculptures, cloth products, and more.

    Kagoshima, who designed thissilk screen print over soft, high-quality linen, named the cover “Cat Trio.” Three gray cats are drawn among a variety of eight beautifully-arranged flowers that come in bright yellow, orange, blue-green, and peach. The print is applied in a way thatvery slightly raises it from the surface, making it delightful to the touch, as well.

    The two bookmarks are orange and blue-green ribbons that have been trimmed diagonally at the tips. Inside the cover is inscribed “Makoto Kagoshima.”

    About Makoto Kagoshima

    Ceramic artist working with a variety of mediums including pottery, fabrics, paintings, and more. Actively creates many works of art, with most featuring lovely themes like plants and animals. Recently held art exhibitions in L.A., Taiwan, and London,with a growing fan base both in and out of Japan.

    Makoto Kagoshima Website

    PriceJPY8,100JPY8,100JPY8,510JPY4,860(incl. tax, excl. shipping)

    Important: This cover costs slightly more when purchased individually than when purchased as a cover + book set. (Book price does not change.)

    LanguageJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseN/A
    SizeA5 (148 mm x 210 mm / 5.8" x 8.3")A5 (148 mm x 210 mm / 5.8" x 8.3")A5 (148 mm x 210 mm / 5.8" x 8.3")N/A
    DatesApril - March 2019January - December 2018January - June / July - December 2018 (2-book set)N/A
    CalendarsStarting on MondayStarting on MondayStarting on MondayN/A
    Shipping Date1-3 business days1-3 business days1-3 business days1-3 business days
    International ShippingAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailable
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    Specifications

    Cover
    SizeA5 size
    W: 164 x H: 229 x T: 24 mm / W: 6.5" x H: 9.0" x T: 0.9"
    *Excluding pen holders
    *Specifications may vary slightly
    WeightApprox. 143 g
    Main materialExterior: Linen

    Interior: Polyester
    Book (Cousin / Japanese / April Start)
    SizeA5 size

    W: 148 x H: 210 x T: 17 mm / W: 5.8" x H: 8.3" x T: 0.7"

    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    WeightApprox. 482 g
    Pages544 pages
    BindingStitch-binding
    Paper TypeThin, light Tomoe River paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners.
    Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
    Yearly Calendar2017, 2018, 2019
    Yearly IndexApr. 2018 - Mar. 2019 (4 pages)
    Monthly CalendarFeb. 2018 - May 2019 (32 pages)
    Daily PageApr. 1, 2018 - Mar. 31, 2019 (378 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *All daily pages include Daily Quotes.
    Daily QuotesOne per day (Japanese)
    Weekly CalendarMar. 26, 2018 - Mar. 31, 2019 (106 pages)
    Memo Pages4 pages
    Informational PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / Favorite Local Japanese Foods / Hobonichi's TK Stretch / Chatting With People Around the World / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Table / Useful Links / Addresses (for 8 People) / Personal Notes
    Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (Traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms (Japanese) / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    Book (Cousin / Japanese / January Start)
    SizeA5 size

    W: 148 x H: 210 x T: 17 mm / W: 5.8" x H: 8.3" x T: 0.7"

    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    WeightApprox. 482 g
    Pages544 pages
    BindingStitch-binding
    Paper TypeThin, light Tomoe River paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners.
    Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
    Yearly Calendar2017, 2018, 2019
    Yearly IndexJan. 2018 - Dec. 2018 (4 pages)
    Monthly CalendarDec. 2017 - Mar. 2019 (32 pages)
    Daily PageJan. 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 (379 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *All daily pages include Daily Quotes.
    Daily QuotesOne per day (Japanese)
    Weekly CalendarJan. 1, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019 (106 pages)
    Memo Pages6 pages
    Informational PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / Favorite Local Japanese Foods / Hobonichi's TK Stretch / Chatting With People Around the World / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Table / Useful Links / Addresses (for 8 People) / Personal Notes
    Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (Traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms (Japanese) / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
    Book (Cousin Avec / Japanese / January Start / 2-Book Set)
    SizeA5 size x 2 books

    Each Book: W: 148 x H: 210 x T: 10 mm / W: 5.8" x H: 8.3" x T: 0.4"

    *Actual book size may vary slightly
    WeightEach Book: Approx. 278 g
    PagesEach Book: 288 pages
    BindingStitch-binding
    Paper TypeThin, light Tomoe River paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners.
    Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
    Yearly Calendar2017, 2018, 2019
    Yearly IndexBook 1: Jan. 2018 - Dec. 2018 (4 pages)
    Book 2: July 2018 - June 2019 (4 pages)
    Monthly CalendarBook 1: Dec. 2017 - July 2018 (16 pages)
    Book 2: June 2018 - Jan. 2019 (16 pages)
    Daily PageBook 1: Jan. 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018 (189 pages)
    *A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *All daily pages include Daily Quotes.

    Book 2: July 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 (193 pages)
    *Three blank pages are featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
    *A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
    *All daily pages include Daily Quotes.
    Daily QuotesOne per day (Japanese)
    Weekly CalendarBook 1: Jan. 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018 (52 pages)
    Book 2: June 25, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019 (56 pages)
    Memo PagesBook 1: 10 pages
    Book 2: 2 pages
    Informational PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / Favorite Local Japanese Foods / Hobonichi's TK Stretch / Chatting With People Around the World / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Table / Useful Links / Addresses (for 8 People) / Personal Notes
    Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly and weekly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (Traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms (Japanese) / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)

    Please Read Before You Buy

    In order to provide you with the most satisfaction for your product, we've compiled a list of warnings, potential issues, and tips to keep in mind for this particular product. Please be sure to read this information carefully before placing your order.

    All covers are hand-made and may contain slight variances

    Each and every cover is individually sewn by a factory worker hand-operating a sewing machine. Best efforts are made to ensure consistent sizes and specifications, but there may be slight differences.

    Interior of cover may be loose

    The interior of the cover may not be perfectly taut due to limitations during the manufacturing process.

    Linen threads may have uneven thickness or naps

    This cover is made with 100% linen, so the threads may naturally have uneven thickness or contain some naps/knots.

    Silk screen print may peel over time

    The cover pattern is printed using silk screen printing, which means the pattern may peel off over time. Please avoid rubbing the pattern and do not store it in sunlight for prolonged periods of time.

    Ends of bookmarks may fray

    The bookmark strings have only been heat-treated at the tips after being cut, so they may begin to fray over time.

    Sliding no-slip pens into the pen holder

    Pens with rubber, non-slip grips may be difficult to slide into the pen holder.

    Maximum pen width of 13.5mm for pen holder

    The pen holder is designed to perfectly fit the 12.2mm (0.48”) diameter Jetstream pen offered as a free bonus gift with select Japanese-version Hobonichi Web Shop products. Pens with certain shapes and materials may be difficult to pull through the holder. The holder can fit pens up to 13.5mm (0.53”) in diameter.

    “Cover Only” price change

    Due to an increase in material costs and other unavoidable factors, starting with the 2017-edition, it has become difficult to maintain the usual price of our Colors and Faux Fabric covers. In order to maintain the price of the covers, we will be offering these covers at the usual price when bought as a set with the Hobonichi Techo book. We apologize for the trouble, but when ordering the cover without a book, we will not be able to keep that price, so Cover Only orders will cost slightly more. Please add to your cart as a “Book & Cover set” to keep the cover’s lower price.

    Color may vary slightly based on viewing screen

    The color of the product may be slightly different in actuality than compared to how it appeared on a computer or smartphone screen.

    Threads may protrude from pen holder base

    Due to the nature of manufacturing and materials used, threads may inevitably protrude from the point of attachment of the pen holder to the rest of the cover.

    Avoid using with Cover on Cover

    The images printed on the cover may transfer onto a Cover on Cover. Please avoid using this cover with a Cover on Cover.

    Staff List

    PhotographerStyled Images: Kimiko Kaburaki / Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe
    StylistMegumi Nishimori
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