2026 Hobonichi Techo English Weeks - MOTHER: The Secret of MOTHER 2
Hobonichi started as a lifestyle website “Hobo Nikkan Itoi Shinbun,” [Almost Daily Itoi Newspaper] in 1998 featuring “almost-daily” essays by founder and editor-in-chief, Shigesato Itoi, who is well known for other ventures including game design and songwriting. In 2001, the Hobonichi Techo [planner] was launched after positive response from readers when asked if they would purchase a techo by the brand if developed. Since then, the Hobonichi lineup has grown from 1 to 7 types, with some being available in Japanese, English, and Chinese, and has sold over 10 million copies over the world.
Wallet-sized Techo Weeks in English Features:
Clay models are lined up on development materials for Mother 2 (EarthBound in North America). Printed with the main visual of “The Secret of MOTHER 2,” an exhibition held by Hobonichi. The black-and-white picture was taken by photographer Hiroshi Hatano. As a bonus, a paper clip in the shape of Mr. Saturn is also included.
- 3.7" x 7.3" x 0.4"
- Two-pages-per-week from December 1, 2025 through January 3, 2027
- Monthly calendars cover December 2025 through March 2027
- 75 memo pages at the end for notes
- Tomoe River Paper - thin, lightweight and fountain pen friendly
- Grid ruling with 3.55mm line spacing
- 240 cream colored pages
- Two ribbon markers
- Includes a paper clip in the shape of Mr. Saturn
- Includes an adhesive pocket sticker that you can add to hold receipts/other slips of paper
- Does not lay completely flat by itself, hold it down lightly with your hand as you write
- Matte paper light hardcover