Hello Kitty: Techo and Friends A5 Cousin Size - Techo Lineup

Hello KittyTecho and FriendsA5 Cousin Size

2027 New
JAPAN ONLY

A global pop icon and a driving force behind Japan’s “kawaii” culture, Hello Kitty has been loved across generations and borders. Now, Hello Kitty and the Hobonichi Techo have come together for a special collaboration.

This cover, Techo and Friends, is inspired by the “Hello Kitty Classic” design that has been popular since Hello Kitty’s debut in the 1970s. Set against a red base that matches the trademark ribbon on her left ear, the pattern has a slightly retro feel reminiscent of wrapping paper.

Hello Kitty frames her face with a techo, reads it, holds it in her hands to peek out, or balances it on her head. These adorable poses of Kitty playing with the techo are exclusive to the Hobonichi Techo.

Surrounded by her favorite things like bows, apples, tulips, milk, and tea, Kitty is also joined by her friends, including Kingyo-san and Joey. This lively design embodies Sanrio’s heartfelt message to the world: “Minna Nakayoku” (Getting Along Together).

The cover interior, the “butterfly-stopper” pen holders, and bookmark ribbons are a refreshing light blue. On the right-hand card pocket, you will find Kitty balancing a techo on her head, while the Kitty on the left-hand pocket peeks out at you. We've included these playful touches so that Kitty will always meet your eyes the moment you open your techo.

Along with the Picnic A5 size Hobonichi Pencil Board, which perfectly matches the Techo and Friends cover, the Hello Kitty series features a variety of stationery and accessories you can use alongside your techo. See the full Hello Kitty series here.

“What fun awaits today?”
With this cute and peaceful techo always by your side, you are sure to spend the year filled with that kind of positive energy.

About Hello Kitty

Hello Kitty is a Sanrio character who spreads the message of “Minna Nakayoku” (Everyone Getting Along). Her full name is Kitty White, and she was born in the suburbs of London, England.She is a cheerful and kind-hearted girl who is 5 apples tall and weighs the same as 3 apples.
As a pioneer of Japanese pop culture, she is a beloved figure across the world.

Hello Kitty Official Website

Staff List

Photographer: Styled Images: Nobuki Kawaharazaki / Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe
Stylist: Sanami Okamoto
Makeup & Hair: Utsuki Akiko
Model: Cera Yoshikawa

Hello KittyTecho and FriendsA5 Cousin Size

¥8,910 - ¥10,560 (incl. tax)
¥5,390 (incl. tax)

5 per item

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Specifications*Specifications may vary slightly

Cover

Size

H: 228 x W: 337 x T: 3 mm / H: 9" x W: 13.3" x T: 0.1"
*Excluding pen holders

Weight

Approx. 170 g

Main material

Exterior: Polyester / Interior: Polyester

Compatible Techo Books

Cousin (A5)
1 page per day
Cousin Avec (A5)
1 page per day 6-month book
Day-Free
Monthly notebook

Cousin | One-Page-Per-Day TypeJapanese / English

type	Monday Start (Japanese) Monday Start (English)
Size	A5 H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 18 mm / H: 8.3" x W: 5.8" x T: 0.7" *Specifications may vary slightly
Weight	Approx. 445 g
Dates	Jan 2027 - Dec 2027 (Jan start) Apr 2027 - Mar 2028 (Apr start)

A daily techo with lots of space to write

This A5-size techo provides ample space on each daily page. It’s great for keeping in one place at home or at work and you can use it to track your child’s growth or exchange with someone.

Daily pages
Yearly calendar
Yearly index
Monthly calendar
Weekly pages
Memo pages

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Cousin Avec | One-Page-Per-Day Type (2-Book Set)Japanese

type	Monday Start (Japanese)
Size	A5 Each Book: H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 10 mm / H: 8.3" x W: 5.8" x T: 0.4" *Specifications may vary slightly
Weight	Each Book: Approx. 260 g
Dates	Book 1: Jan 2027 - June 2027 Book 2: July 2027 - Dec 2027

Each 6-month daily techo is thin and light for easy carry

This techo splits the year into two 6-month books, making it easy to carry while keeping the same page design and layout as the standard edition.

Daily pages
Yearly calendar
Yearly index
Monthly calendar
Weekly pages
Memo pages

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Day-Free | Monthly Techo + NotebookJapanese

type	Monday Start (Japanese)
Size	A5 H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 8 mm / H: 8.3" x W: 5.8" x T: 0.3" *Specifications may vary slightly
Weight	Approx. 220 g
Dates	Dec 2026 - Mar 2028

A monthly notebook with undated pages to write freely

This techo starts with monthly calendars and ends with undated graph paper pages so you can write whenever you want, and as much as you want.

Monthly calendar
Yearly calendar
Yearly index
Graph paper notebook pages

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Please Read Before You Buy

We’ve compiled a list of warnings, potential issues, and tips to keep in mind for this particular product. Additionally, the color of the product may be slightly different in actuality than compared to how it appeared on a computer or smartphone screen.

Cover may contain variations in stitching or loose lining: Due to the structure of the cover that opens flat 180 degrees, exterior stitching areas may appear puckered and lining material may be loose.

Pen holder fits pens up to 13.5 mm wide: The pen holder is designed to fit the 12.2 mm (0.48") diameter Jetstream pen offered as a free Hobonichi Store Exclusive Bonus. Pens with certain shapes and materials may be difficult to pull through the holder. The holder can fit pens up to 13.5 mm (0.53") in diameter.

Color and print may vary slightly: The cover's color and print pattern are created by dyeing or printing onto white fabric. While we take care to ensure consistency during production, slight variations in color or pattern may occur between individual items. This may also happen across a single cover, such as a pocket compared to the rest of the cover. Minor print blurring or uneven coloring may also be present. In addition, on rare occasions, there may be small black or white dots visible on the print. This is an unavoidable aspect of the manufacturing process.