The Hobonichi Techo lineup includes a wide variety of books you can pair with a wide variety of covers. Here is some helpful basic information about how to choose a cover, how to put it on your book, and how to care for and maintain your cover over continued use.
The basic use of the Hobonichi Techo is by pairing a techo book with a cover. Choose your own book and cover combination depending on your lifestyle and what you want to write in it.
Here’s a look at the types of covers and the characteristics of each type.
There are mainly two kinds of Hobonichi Techo covers: the “butterfly-stopper” type and the “zippers” type. They each come in sizes that correspond with book types, so choose a cover based on the size of techo you picked.
We will briefly introduce you to the main characteristics of the basic Hobonichi Techo cover types, the “butterfly-stopper” type covers and the “zippers” covers.
Ever since it first appeared in the 2003 edition lineup, this cover type has been loved by many and is the basic shape of the Hobonichi Techo cover. The main characteristics are the two pen holders that keep the cover shut and the various pockets.
The Zippers covers allow you to fully enclose your techo with zips. It will protect your techo and also make sure that the contents don’t fall out easily. The charm of this cover type is how much you can store in it, and you can keep stationery such as pens and washi tapes with your techo.
Who would benefit from using each cover type? We hope you find your perfect match from how you use it and what you like.
The following covers are designed for use with specific products, such as the Day-Free, Weeks, and 5-Year Techo.
There are various types of pen holders depending on the techo cover.
*There are types of pen holders besides those listed above. See each product page for more information.
When buying the Hobonichi Techo as a book and cover set, you’ll assemble the set yourself. The cover fits the book quite snugly, but there’s a way to put it on without having to bend your book cover to squeeze it in. See the photographs below for instructions on easily inserting your book into its cover.
Here are some ways to clean your cover on a regular basis so you can keep it in nice condition over time.
You can put a specially designed clear cover on your techo or its cover. This will protect it from scratches or grime and keep it in good condition.
Some covers may not be suitable for use with a clear cover depending on their specifications. Please consult the “Know before you buy” section on each page before purchasing.
See Cover on Covers and Clear Covers here