2026 Hobonichi Techo English Weeks - Yuichi Inoue: Amenimo Makezu
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:
Printed with calligrapher Yuichi Inoue’s interpretation of Kenji Miyazawa’s poem “Be not Defeated by the Rain.” In order to convey the strength of the calligraphy written in charcoal, the cover is made from a fabric that feels like canvas. As a bonus item, a Hobonichi Pencil Board which showcases the entire calligraphy or “Amenimo Makezu,” is 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 Hobonichi Pencil Board which showcases the entire calligraphy or "Amenimo Makezu"
- 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
- Rayon light hardcover