Tools & Toys Report 2023 Oct They’re even more useful and smarter.
              The additions to “HON” and the stationery that come in handy.。

The Hobonichi Techo “HON” book first appeared in the 2023 edition. In the 2024 edition, we also have an A5 size, twice as large as the existing A6 size, and an English version. We have more designs for the covers, too. With the hope that you will use our new “HON” lineup with even greater pleasure, we would like to introduce some stationery, pouches, and bags that make the HON even more convenient and flexible when used together.

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TOOLS & TOYS Report Contents

1 What is “HON?”

The Hobonichi Techo HON has a hardcover design already attached to the book. The book features a page per day, which is the same as the Original (A6 size) and Cousin (A5 size) books. It looks like a hardcover book and is easy to carry around. It comes in 2 sizes; A6 and A5. We now have more cover designs that you can enjoy choosing from!
  • Integrated techo book
    and cover
    for a sleek look

  • A page per day
    gives you plenty of space to write on

  • It comes with a unique pencil board
    that has a pen holder attached to it

  • Various items
    in the lineup

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2 “Stationery” that makes a perfect match

HON is a very simple techo book; you can create your own unique style by combining different stationery with it. We picked up some items we thought would be useful with HON.

Protect it from
wear-and-tear

It would feel good if you could keep the book as clean as possible throughout the year. We created a HON-specific type of clear cover that protects your techo from scratches and stains.
  • This is how it looks used
    with the HON

    *The cover comes in A6 size and A5 size.
    *There may be books which do not go well with the
    Clear Cover.
    Please refer to the “Please Read Before
    You Buy” section on each product page.

  • Put a little something
    into the cover

Carry a pen with it

Since HON does not have a pen holder, it requires a little creativity to carry a pen with it. (The pencil board that comes with the HON has an attached pen holder.) You can carry a pen with your techo smartly if you use a band on the techo to keep it closed or a clip that can be attached to the cover and hook a pen to it.

  • Choice of color and
    string length to match
    the HON’s design and size

  • A simple design
    that matches any cover

Keep the small items

We also have stationery to keep your favorite stickers, clippings, store cards, etc. You can neatly store small items in your HON using an adhesive clear envelope that you can stick anywhere in your techo or a see-through folder that is the perfect size for your techo.

  • Create a pocket wherever you like

  • The set of different designs
    can be used for different purposes

Add a casual
mark on it

HON is a smart and portable item; even its markers should be cute and subtle. You can customize your techo to make it even more convenient by using clip-type film sticky notes that can be clipped to the cover and beautifully colored transparent index tabs that make it easier to open the page you are looking for.

  • Pastel colors
    that blend in anywhere

  • Combine two colors
    to make it your own

3 “Pouches and bags” for carry-arounds

We also have pouches and bags that come in handy for short outings to carry stationery and personal items you want to use with the HON.

Strap pouch

This is a leather pouch made to match the HON book. With no gussets and a sleek shape, it can be carried as smartly as a clutch bag. The pouch is beautiful down to the smallest detail, such as the gently curved corners and the deep pocket to hold the HON and some pens.

  • The A6 size book can fit in a pocket

  • and even the A5 size can fit sideways

Techo bag

A small bag we created with graphic designer Taku Satoh. Made of durable off-white canvas material, you can use it inside another bag to protect your techo from any damage and provide easy access at the same time. The front pocket can hold pens, stationery, and so on.

  • The A6 size HON
    fits in perfectly!

    *It can only hold the A6 size book.
    (The A5 size cannot be stored inside.)

Storage pouch

“Stappo,” a pouch for storing goods on your desk, would also be a great match. The HON fits perfectly, and there are enough pockets to keep just about anything you use with your techo, including pens, memo pads, washi tapes, and more. “Stappo” also has a handle that makes it easy to carry around.

We also have other patterns
  • The A6 size book
    can be stored vertically

  • Remove the partition,
    and the A5 size can also fit in!!

Tote bag

There is also a compact tote bag recommended to carry the HON outside. The small tote bag made of “LINTON” tweed fabric has a cute pop design with elegantly woven threads in a variety of colors. It can store more than you think, even a wallet or a small water bottle, along with the HON.

We also have other patterns
  • There is plenty
    of space
    for the A6 size

  • and the A5 size
    also fits!

Written by hand This Month's Bonus

Shimada

The pencil board that comes with the HON amazing! This is bonus! Always together!
The next issue will feature writing utensils the techo team members recommend to be used with the new “Tomoe River S” paper used in the Hobonichi Techo! Looking forward to seeing you soon!
Photographer:
Keisuke Kitamura (Styled Images) /
Hiroyuki Oe (Product Detail)

Stylist:
Mari Nagasaka

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