Keiko Shibata: Hobonichi Graph Notebook A6 - Who is it?

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.

DETAILS

• 4.13" x 5.83" (A6)

• Color-Coded Sections: The notebook's 240 pages divided into four 60-page sections with the use of different ink colors for the grid pattern—red, blue, green, and then purple.

• Tomoe River Paper - ultra-thin and fountain pen friendly. Despite its thinness, the paper is remarkably resistant to ink bleed through.

• Grid ruling with 3.7mm line spacing

• Lay-flat binding

• This is a collaboration item based on artwork by Keiko Shibata. These cats sensed someone's new presence and came to stare at the guest.