This is the English edition of the A6 size Hobonichi Techo Original book with a page-per-day format.

This original form of the Hobonichi Techo has been loved by many users since its introduction in 2002, and the 2026 edition marks the techos 25th year. Its daily pages offer plenty of space to fill despite the books compact A6 size. The graph paper offers an open layout for you to neatly lay out writings, clippings, and drawings.

After years of testing, the graph paper has been set to 3.7 mm for optimal writing comfort. The graph paper design allows users to write from any starting point on the page, and the lines have been printed in light colors so users can either customize it to their own layout or ignore it completely.

The daily pages include a quote per two-page spread specially chosen from the Hobonichi website.

The book has the same thread-stitch binding as a dictionary, allowing it to lay flat open for comfortable writing. It stays flat even if you dont hold it down.

The book uses thin and light yet durable Tomoe River paper. It’s characterized by its ability to hold ink well and provide a smooth writing experience.

Other than the daily pages with lots of space to write, the book contains several sections that are great for schedule management, such as a yearly calendar, monthly calendar, and yearly index page. The back of the book has bonus pages, including Memories 2026, 12 Switches to Help You Focus, and For a Comfortable Nights Sleep.

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