Hobonichi Techo 2026 HON – A5 / A6 Planner (Japanese & English Editions) – Various Designs
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hobonichi Techo with the 2026 HON Edition, available in both A5 (Cousin) and A6 (Original) formats and in Japanese or English versions. The HON combines the elegance of a hardcover notebook with the freedom of a one-page-per-day planner — ideal for journaling, goal setting, or creative writing.
Each HON notebook comes as a complete bound unit with an integrated hardcover, eliminating the need for an additional cover. It opens flat for effortless writing and features the signature Tomoe River paper, known for its thin yet smooth texture, perfect for fountain pens.
This year’s HON collection includes a variety of exclusive cover designs — from artistic collaborations to classic minimalism — so you can find one that fits your style:
Takko Kubota / LIBERTY FABRICS / MOTHER / Slash (Ivory) / Slash (Navy) / Virginia Lee Burton / Tie & Chief – In the Forest / Tie & Chief – Running Horse / Paper Series – Black Gingham.
Key Features
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Available in Japanese or English editions
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Available in two sizes: A5 (Cousin) and A6 (Original)
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1 page per day format — ideal for journaling or planning
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Tomoe River paper (for notebooks): thin, lightweight, and fountain-pen friendly
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Hardcover (HON design): sturdy, elegant, and durable
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Binding: Thread-sewn, opens fully flat
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Yearly, monthly, weekly, and daily pages
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Inspirational “Daily Words” quotes at the bottom of each page
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Included A5 underlay board with pen holder (for HON versions)
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Cannot be used with standard Hobonichi covers — use clear HON cover if desired
Technical Details
| Feature | A5 Size (Cousin HON) | A6 Size (Original HON) |
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| Dimensions | 210 × 148 × 18 mm | 153 × 113 × 25 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 490 g | Approx. 330 g |
| Total Pages | 544 pages | 752 pages |
| Grid Size | 3.7 mm | 3.7 mm |
| Yearly Calendars | 2025, 2026, 2027 | 2026–2030 |
| Period | Jan–Dec 2026 | Jan–Dec 2026 |
| Paper | Tomoe River (for notebooks) | Tomoe River (for notebooks) |
| Binding | Thread-sewn | Thread-sewn |
| Language | Japanese / English | Japanese / English |
Design Options
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Takko Kubota / Waiting for Wonders
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LIBERTY FABRICS
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MOTHER
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Slash (Ivory)
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Slash (Navy)
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Virginia Lee Burton
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Tie & Chief / In the Forest
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Tie & Chief / Running Horse
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Paper Series / Black Gingham
Important Note
This product is available upon customer request, which may extend the shipping time. If it becomes unavailable from the manufacturer, it may be canceled from your order.
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