Hobonichi Techo 2024 Book Buying Guide

Exploring Each Type

The Hobonichi Techo comes in several types.
Here are some of the features and contents of each.

PlannerA6One page per day
An English-language techo with an unobtrusive and supportive layout.See More
OriginalA6One page per day
This is the standard book that has been around since the Hobonichi Techo was first introduced 23 years ago. Pair the book with a cover of your choice.See More
CousinA5One page per day
This larger size book provides plenty of room to write and paste things into the pages. Pair the book with a cover of your choice.See More
HONA6A5One page per day
A techo with a hardcover design already attached to the book. Comes in two sizes, with several cover designs to choose from.See More
Day-FreeA6A5Monthly calendar + notebook
A handy techo that combines a monthly calendar with a graph paper notebook.
Comes in two sizes.See More
WeeksTall and slimWeekly calendar on left
Each page spread offers a week of planning and a blank page for note-taking. The book is slim and portable, with plenty of cover designs to choose from.See More
5-Year TechoA6A55 consecutive years
A techo with five years’ worth of entries in a layout that’s easy to keep up with. Available in two sizes.See More

Choosing a Hobonichi Techo

Find which techo is perfect for you!

01Pick by format

One page per day

The main format for the Hobonichi Techo. You can use it however you want, including as a planner, journal, illustration book, sketchbook, parenting journal, and more.

Weekly calendar on left

The left page provides space to write in your plans for the week, while the right has blank graph notebook paper. The back of the book is filled with even more blank notebook paper, making a book that is also well-suited for using at work.

Monthly calendar + notebook

This format pairs a monthly calendar with a graph paper notebook. This allows for flexible use without worrying about dates on the pages.

5 consecutive years

This techo covers a period of five years, with the same date on each page so you can compare a growing collection of entries and enjoy each year more than the last.

02Pick by size

1: Tall and slim Size

A slim and compact size comparable to a long wallet.

Weeks, Weeks Mega

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2: A6 Size

This compact size fits nicely into your hand.

Original, Avec, HON, Planner, Day-Free, 5-Year Techo

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3: A5 Size

This large size provides lots of space to write and paste into your pages.

Cousin, Avec, HON, Day-Free, Large 5-Year Techo

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03Pick by use

Organizing work appointments and tasks

If you track your schedule digitally, writing it out into your techo can help you organize which tasks you need to tackle over the next day, week, or month. Writing things out by hand makes it easier to assign levels of priority to each task.

Weekly calendar on left
Track your plans for the weekWeeksSee details
One page per day
Includes a Weekly DiaryHON (A5)See details
Save a record of memories

If you had a nice day with friends or went out with family, let the Hobonichi Techo keep your precious memories. You can write and paste things into the notebook paper of the Day-Free or Weeks and turn it into a scrapbook.

Monthly calendar + notebook
171 graph paper pagesDay-Free (A6 / A5)See details
Weekly calendar on left
Has 213 pages of graph paper!Weeks MegaSee details
Deepen knowledge of interests

If you keep a record of things you like or habits you’re trying to keep up with, you can make something that’s enjoyable to read back on later. We recommend the Original for using up an entire page at a time, or the Weeks, which is good for writing weekend plans you’re looking forward to.

One page per day
Write in a single page at a timeOriginal (A6)See details
Weekly calendar on left
For those with weekend plansWeeksSee details
Organize thoughts or keep a journal

Many people use the Hobonichi Techo as a journal. By writing what you did each day while reflecting on your feelings, you can organize your thoughts through journaling.

One page per day
Look back on each dayOriginal (A6)See details
5 consecutive years
Enjoy looking back every year5-Year Techo (A6 / A5)See details
Have fun decorating

Many people add illustrations to their journals or stick washi tape or stickers into their pages. If you want simple decorations, the Original is a good idea, and if you’d rather have lots of space to decorate, we recommend the Cousin.

One page per day
If you want to spruce up a journalOriginal (A6)See details
One page per day
If you want to use all your stationeryCousin (A5)See details
Reach a goal

There's a nice sense of accomplishment if you can see your daily efforts when studying for exams or certifications. Track your study time in the weekly diary in the HON(A5), or write out your future initiatives in your 5-Year Techo.

One page per day
Easily manage your timeHON (A5)See details
5 consecutive years
Aim for a long term goal5-Year Techo (A6)See details
Use the Hobonichi Techo for the first time

There are so many types that it can be hard to choose which to try when using the Hobonichi Techo for the first time. Why not start with the classic Original? It has one page per day, lay-flat binding, and has all kinds of features that make it comfortable to use.

One page per day
Store things in your coverOriginal (A6)See details
One page per day
A compact optionHON (A6)See details
Easy to carry around

If you’re interested in carrying the Hobonichi Techo with you everywhere, keep it light. The Avec book set splits each book into six months, making it extra light. The weekly techo, Weeks, is also popular for its light weight and how well it can fit into a bag to keep on hand.

One page per day
6-month book is easy to carryOriginal Avec (A6)See details
Weekly calendar on left
Slim with lots of notebook paperWeeksSee details

Simple Comparison Chart

One page per day
Planner
Format
One page per day
Language
English
Size
A6
W 105 mm / 4.1”
H 148 mm / 5.8”
T 15 mm / 0.6”
Weight
Approx. 190 g
Dates
January - December
First Day of the Week
Monday start
Daily Page
Weekly Page
Monthly Page
Yearly Calendar
Other Pages
  • Important Contacts
  • International Size Charts
  • Conversion Table
  • My 100
  • An Interview with Myself
  • Okonomiyaki — Japanese-Style Savory Pancakes
  • Personal Notes
Included With This Product
*Hobonichi Techo Official Store Exclusives
  • Everlasting “Paper” Bag (random design)
  • Ballpoint pen
See details
One page per day
OriginalOriginal
Avec
Format
One page per day
Language
JapaneseEnglishJapanese
Size
A6
W 105 mm / 4.1”
H 148 mm / 5.8”
T 15 mm / 0.6” 8 mm / 0.3" × 2 books
Weight
Approx. 195 gApprox. 110g × 2 books
Dates
January Start:January - December

April Start:April 2024 - March 2025January - DecemberBook1:January - June

Book2:July - December
First Day of the Week
Sunday / Monday startMonday start
Daily Page
Weekly Page
Monthly Page
Yearly Calendar
Other Pages
  • Time Table
  • Graph Paper
  • Favorites
  • My 100
  • An Interview with Myself
  • Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home
  • Caring for Your Eyes
  • Gifts
  • Addresses
  • Personal Notes
<Japanese edition only>
  • Solar Terms
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Conversion Table
  • Getting the most of Hobonichi
  • Age Table
<English edition only>
  • Words to Remember
  • 365 Days Check-Off Sheet
  • Looking Back at the Year 2024
  • Getting the Most Out of Your Hobonichi Techo
<Avec>

Book 1 and 2 both include the same bonus pages as the Cousin (Japanese edition)

Included With This Product
*Hobonichi Techo Official Store Exclusives
  • Everlasting “Paper” Bag (random design)
  • Ballpoint pen
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One page per day
CousinCousin
Avec
Format
One page per day
Language
JapaneseEnglishJapanese
Size
A5
W 148 mm / 5.8”
H 210 mm / 8.3”
T 18 mm / 0.7” 10 mm / 0.4" × 2 books
Weight
Approx. 445 gApprox. 260 g × 2 books
Dates
January Start:January - December

April Start:April 2024 - March 2025January - DecemberBook1:January - June

Book2:July - December
First Day of the Week
Monday start
Daily Page
Weekly Page
Monthly Page
Yearly Calendar
Other Pages
  • Time Table
  • Graph Paper
  • Favorites
  • My 100
  • An Interview with Myself
  • Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home
  • Caring for Your Eyes
  • Gifts
  • Addresses
  • Personal Notes
<Japanese edition only>
  • Solar Terms
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Conversion Table
  • Getting the most of Hobonichi
  • Age Table
<English edition only>
  • Words to Remember
  • 365 Days Check-Off Sheet
  • Getting the Most Out of Your Hobonichi Techo
<Avec>

Book 1 and 2 both include the same bonus pages as the Cousin (Japanese edition)

Included With This Product
*Hobonichi Techo Official Store Exclusives
  • Everlasting “Paper” Bag (random design)
  • Ballpoint pen
See details
One page per day
HON
A6HON
A5
Format
One page per day
Language
JapaneseEnglishJapaneseEnglish
Size
A6 A5
W 110 mm / 4.3” 152 mm / 6.0”
H 156 mm / 6.1” 214 mm / 8.4”
T 16 mm / 0.6” 20 mm / 0.8”
Weight
Approx. 210 gApprox. 490 g
Dates
January - December
First Day of the Week
Monday start
Daily Page
Weekly Page
Monthly Page
Yearly Calendar
Other Pages
  • Time Table
  • Graph Paper
  • Favorites
  • My 100
  • An Interview with Myself
  • Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home
  • Caring for Your Eyes
  • Gifts
  • Addresses
  • Personal Notes
<Japanese edition only>
  • Solar Terms
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Conversion Table
  • Getting the most of Hobonichi
  • Age Table
<English edition only>
  • Words to Remember
  • 365 Days Check-Off Sheet
  • Getting the Most Out of Your Hobonichi Techo
  • Looking Back at the Year 2024（A5のみ）
Included With This Product
*Hobonichi Techo Official Store Exclusives
  • Everlasting “Paper” Bag (random design)
  • Ballpoint pen
See details
Monthly calendar + notebook
Day-Free
A6Day-Free
A5
Format
Monthly calendar + notebook
Language
Japanese
Size
A5 A5
W 105 mm / 4.1” 148 mm / 5.8”
H 148 mm / 5.9” 210 mm / 8.3”
T 8 mm / 0.3” 8 mm / 0.3”
Weight
Approx. 110 gApprox. 220 g
Dates
December 2023 - March 2025
First Day of the Week
Monday start
Daily Page
Weekly Page
Monthly Page
Yearly Calendar
Other Pages
  • Time Table
  • Graph Paper
  • Favorites
  • My 100
  • An Interview with Myself
  • Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home
  • Caring for Your Eyes
  • Solar Terms
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Conversion Table
  • Getting the most of Hobonichi
  • Gifts
  • Age Table
  • Addresses
  • Personal Notes
Included With This Product
*Hobonichi Techo Official Store Exclusives
  • Ballpoint pen
See details
Weekly calendar on left
WeeksWeeks
Mega
Format
Weekly calendar on left
Language
JapaneseEnglishJapaneseEnglish
Size
Tall and slim (wallet) size
W 94 mm / 3.7”
H 188 mm / 7.4”
T Approx. 10 mm / 0.4” Approx. 13 mm / 0.5”
Weight
Approx. 130 gApprox. 186 g
Dates
January Start:January - December

April Start:April 2024 -March 2025January - December
First Day of the Week
Monday start
Daily Page
Weekly Page
Monthly Page
Yearly Calendar
Other Pages
  • Shorthand Note-Taking
  • Using Common Items to Measure Size
  • My 100
  • An Interview with Myself
  • Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home
  • Contact List
  • Personal Notes
<Japanese edition only>
  • Solar Terms
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Conversion Table
  • Getting the most of Hobonichi
  • Age Table
<English edition only>
  • Favorites
  • 365 Days Check-Off Sheet
<Mega>

Contains nearly three times the number of blank graph paper pages

Included With This Product
*Hobonichi Techo Official Store Exclusives
  • Ballpoint pen
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5 consecutive years
5-Year
TechoLarge
5-Year
Techo
Format
5 consecutive years
Language
Japanese
Size
A6 A5
W 113 mm / 4.4” 156 mm / 6.1”
H 153 mm / 6.0” 214 mm / 8.4”
T 25 mm / 1.0" 25 mm / 1.0"
Weight
Approx. 330 gApprox. 670 g
Dates
January 2024 - December 2028
First Day of the Week
N/A
Daily Page
Weekly Page
Monthly Page
Yearly Calendar
Other Pages
  • Yearly memo pages
  • Remember This
  • Gifts
  • Addresses
  • My Lists
  • My Favorite Things
  • Personal Notes
Included With This Product
*Hobonichi Techo Official Store Exclusives
  • Everlasting “Paper” Bag (random design)
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Hobonichi Store Exclusives are available while supplies last.Each eligible product comes with an Everlasting “Paper” Bag with a randomly selected design. There are a total of four possibilities.