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Tomomi ©︎ NishikawaDogA5 Size (fits Cousin)

  • 2024 New

We now have a techo cover with the artwork of graphic designer Tomomi ©︎ Nishikawa.



Tomomi ©︎ Nishikawa’s work, created by combining different shapes, are all free and entertaining designs that look like bouncing balls.



We expressed the world that she created in a jacquard weave. The result is a cover that is warm to the touch with three-dimensionality and depth.



The star of this artwork is the “Dog,” fully immersed up to its neck in a cup of hot Japanese sake. It seems so comfortable that it is on top of the world, surrounded by a heavenly beautiful view. This design is sure to bring you a happy feeling.







You can even feel the happiness of the dog, expressed by colorful weaving. The pattern emerges from the background, another feature of jacquard weaving.







The “butterfly-stopper” pen holders are made of polyester with good coloring. It gives a brighter expression by changing the color of each piece; one is pink, and the other is green.







The inner cover is a subdued black, with Tomomi ©︎ Nishikawa’s autograph printed on the right pocket. The vivid pink bookmark is an accent for the A5 size cover.







Feel it, look at it, and spend your time with it. You would want to take good care of this cover over time.

*In the Hobonichi Techo 2024 lineup, the Cousin book is available as the Japanese edition and the English edition.

(The English edition is only available as the January start version.)



About Tomomi © Nishikawa

(“©︎” is read as “Chomo”)

Born in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture in 1987.

Dropped out of the Department of Sports and Health Science at Japan Women’s College of Physical Education in 2009, and graduated from the Graphic Design Department of Vantan Design Institute in 2011.

Joined 10inc. in August 2011.

Won the Grand Prix at the 19th Graphic “1_WALL” in 2018, the JAGDA New Designer Award in 2020, and the 2020-2021 Tokyo ADC Award.

Author of the picture book Our Eyes Just Met published in 2022 by Bronze Publishing.
Suddenly passed away in April 2021 due to illness.



Homepage: https://cho-mo.com

Instagram: @tomomi_c_nishikawa

The title just as sweet as the artwork itself

We have created items such as the “Yasashii Towel” in collaboration with Tomomi © Nishikawa’s designs, and now a Hobonichi Techo joins the lineup.



The jacquard fabric used for the “Dog” series is woven by “FUJITAKA TOWEL,” a leading towel brand in Imabari, as same as the “Yasashii Towel.” The fabric was made initially for book covers to be sold at exhibitions and is something that Tomomi © Nishikawa is very much attached to. It gives an extraordinary taste, different from expressions on flat surfaces.



On the other hand, the “Hanabi Set” artwork used for the Weeks book was originally created as a poster. It makes so much sense that the title derives from how the various motifs are combined into one reminiscent of Japan’s commercially available “fireworks set” in Japan. I love the concept, which makes me fond of the artwork even more.



Both the techo cover and the Weeks book will allow you to enjoy Tomomi © Nishikawa’s magic of color entirely.

Staff List

Photographer
Styled Images: Nobuki Kawaharazaki / Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe
Stylist
Minami Nosaki
Tomomi ©︎ NishikawaDogA5 Size (fits Cousin)
  1. ¥13,365 - ¥15,730(incl. tax)
  2. ¥11,000(incl. tax)

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  • Monday-start
  • A5 size
  • Thickness: 18 mm (0.7”)
  • Daily pages
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  • Yearly index
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  • Weekly pages
  • Memo pages

[Cousin Avec] Daily Pages (2-Book Set)

Each 6-month daily techo is thin and light for easy carry
This techo splits the year into two 6-month books, making it easy to carry while keeping the same page design and layout as the standard edition.
  • Monday-start
  • A5 size
  • Thickness: 10 mm (0.4”) each
  • Daily pages
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  • Yearly index
  • Monthly calendar
  • Weekly pages
  • Memo pages

[Day-Free] Monthly Techo + Notebook

A monthly notebook with undated pages to write freely
This techo starts with monthly calendars and ends with undated graph paper pages so you can write whenever you want, and as much as you want.
  • Monday-start
  • A5 size
  • Thickness: 8 mm (0.3”)
  • Monthly calendar
  • Yearly calendar
  • Yearly index
  • Graph paper notebook pages

Specifications

Cover
SizeA5 size
H: 228 x W: 337 x T: 3 mm / H: 9.0" x W: 13.3" x T: 0.1"
*Specifications may vary slightly
WeightApprox. 170 g
Main materialExterior: Cotton / Interior: Polyester
Book (Cousin Avec / Japanese / July Start / Single 6-Month Book)
SizeA5 size
H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 10 mm / H: 8.3" x W: 5.8" x T: 0.4"
*Actual book size may vary slightly
WeightApprox. 260 g
LanguageJapanese
Pages288 pages
Paper Type / BindingThin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
Start of WeekMonday-start week
Yearly Calendar2023, 2024, 2025
Yearly IndexJuly 2024 - June 2025 (4 pages)
Monthly CalendarJune 2024 - Jan. 2025 (16 pages)
Daily PagesJuly 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (190 pages)
*A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*All daily pages include daily quotes.
*Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday-start).
Daily QuotesOne per day (Japanese)
Weekly PagesJuly 1, 2024 - Jan. 5, 2025 (54 pages)
Memo Pages5 pages
Bonus PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Addresses (for 8 people) / Personal Notes
Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars and weekly pages) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars and weekly pages only include full and new moon)
OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
Book (Cousin English Edition / English / January Start)
SizeA5 size
H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 18 mm / H: 8.3" x W: 5.8" x T: 0.7"
*Actual book size may vary slightly"
Weight Approx. 445 g
LanguageEnglish
Pages 544 Pages
Paper Type / Binding Thin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
Start of WeekMonday-start week
Yearly Calendar 2023, 2024, 2025
Yearly IndexJan. 2024 - Dec 2024 (4 pages)
Monthly Calendar Dec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (32 pages)
Daily PagesJan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (378 pages)
*A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*Every two-page daily page spread includes one daily quote.
*Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday-start).
Daily Quotes One quote per two-page spread (English)
Weekly Pages Jan 1, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025 (106 pages)
Memo Pages5 pages
Bonus Pages Time Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Words to Remember / 365 Days Check-Off Sheet / Getting the Most Out of Your Hobonichi Techo / Gifts / Addresses / Personal Notes
Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars and weekly pages) / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars and weekly pages only include full and new moon)
OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
Book (Cousin / Japanese / April Start)
SizeA5 size
H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 18 mm / H: 8.3"" x W: 5.8"" x T: 0.7""
*Actual book size may vary slightly
WeightApprox. 445 g
LanguageJapanese
Pages544 pages
Paper Type / BindingThin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
Start of WeekMonday-start week
Yearly Calendar2023, 2024, 2025
Yearly IndexApr. 2024 - Mar. 2025 (4 pages)
Monthly CalendarFeb. 2024 - May 2025 (32 pages)
Daily PagesApr. 1, 2024 - Mar. 31, 2025 (377 pages)
*A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*All daily pages include daily quotes.
*Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday-start).
Daily QuotesOne per day (Japanese)
Weekly Pages Apr. 1, 2024 - Apr. 6, 2025 (106 pages)
Memo Pages6 pages
Bonus PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Addresses (for 8 people) / Personal Notes
Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars and weekly pages) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars and weekly pages only include full and new moon)
OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
Book (Cousin / Japanese / January Start)
Size A5 size
H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 18 mm / H: 8.3" x W: 5.8" x T: 0.7"
*Actual book size may vary slightly
Weight Approx. 445 g
Language Japanese
Pages 544 Pages
Paper Type / Binding Thin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm
Start of WeekMonday-start week
Yearly Calendar 2023, 2024, 2025
Yearly Index Jan. 2024 - Dec 2024 (4 pages)
Monthly Calendar Dec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (32 pages)
Daily PagesJan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (378 pages)
*A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*All daily pages include daily quotes.
*Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday-start).
Daily Quotes One per day (Japanese)
Weekly Pages Jan 1, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025 (106 pages)
Memo Pages5 pages
Bonus 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 / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Addresses (for 8 people) / Personal Notes
Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars and weekly pages) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars and weekly pages only include full and new moon)
OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
Book (Cousin Avec / Japanese / January Start / 2-Book Set)
SizeA5 size x 2 books
Each Book: H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 10 mm / H: 8.3" x W: 5.8" x T: 0.4"
*Actual book size may vary slightly
WeightEach Book: Approx. 260 g
Language Japanese
PagesEach Book: 288 pages
Paper Type / BindingThin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm
Start of WeekMonday-start week
Yearly Calendar 2023, 2024, 2025
Yearly IndexBook 1: Jan. - Dec. 2024 (4 pages)
Book 2: July 2024 - June 2025 (4 pages)
Monthly CalendarBook 1: Dec. 2023 - July 2024 (16 pages)
Book 2: June 2024 - Jan. 2025 (16 pages)
Daily PagesBook 1: Jan. 1 - June 30, 2024 (188 pages)
Book 2: July 1 - Dec. 31, 2024 (190 pages)
*A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*All daily pages include daily quotes.
*Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday-start).
Daily Quotes One per day (Japanese)
Weekly PagesBook 1: Jan. 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024 (52 pages)
Book 2: July 1, 2024 - Jan. 5, 2025 (54 pages)
Memo PagesBook 1: 9 pages
Book 2: 5 pages
Bonus PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / An Interview with Myself / Seasonal Sweets to Make at Home / Caring for Your Eyes / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Addresses (for 8 people) / Personal Notes
Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars and weekly pages) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars and weekly pages only include full and new moon)
OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
Book (Day-Free / Japanese / Monthly)
Size A5 size
H: 210 x W: 148 x T: 8 mm / H: 8.3" x W: 5.8" x T: 0.3"
*Actual book size may vary slightly
Weight Approx. 220 g
Language Japanese
Pages 224 pages
Paper Type / BindingThin, light Tomoe River S paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm
Start of WeekMonday-start week
Yearly Calendar 2023, 2024, 2025
Yearly Index Jan. - Dec. 2024 (4 pages)
Monthly Calendar Dec. 2023 - Mar. 2025 (32 pages)
Weekly Calendar Not included
Daily Quotes Included (Japanese)
Graph Paper171 pages
Bonus 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 / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Addresses (for 8 people) / Personal Notes
Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars and weekly pages) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars and weekly pages only include full and new moon)
OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details

Please Read Before You Buy

In order to provide you with the most satisfaction for your product, we've compiled a list of warnings, potential issues, and tips to keep in mind for this particular product. Please be sure to read this information carefully before placing your order.

Actual specifications may vary from listing

Each item is individually assembled and sewn by hand by a factory worker. Best efforts are made to ensure consistent sizes and specifications, but there may be slight differences.

Use caution around sharp objects

The material in this product snags easily on sharp objects, so please handle with care.

Cover may contain variations in stitching or loose lining

Due to the structure of the cover that opens flat 180 degrees, exterior stitching areas may appear puckered and lining material may be loose.

Not for use with Cover on Cover

This cover uses thicker materials than usual, so it may not fit. Forcing it into a Cover on Cover may damage the products.

Pen holders are rigid at first

The pen holders are rigid at first, making it difficult to insert pens. You can speed up the breaking-in process by rolling the pen holders in your hand.

Pen holder fits pens up to 13.5 mm wide

The pen holder is designed to perfectly fit the 12.2 mm (0.48”) diameter Jetstream pen offered as a free Hobonichi Store Exclusive. Pens with certain shapes and materials may be difficult to pull through the holder. The holder can fit pens up to 13.5 mm (0.53”) in diameter.

Avoid storing in hot and humid places

Please avoid storing your product in hot, humid places or placing it atop other objects for long periods of time as this may result in lower quality and color stains.

Material may fluff over time

The material may become fluffy from continued use.