This Weeks features artwork from Tomie, the debut work and one of the most iconic creations of horror manga artist Junji Ito. Using original illustrations that bring Junji Ito’s one-of-a-kind world to life, the artwork bridges nearly 40 years since his debut in 1987.
The Tomie - Haunting Beauty Weeks features an illustration of an illusory version of Tomie, born from a young girl’s intense admiration. Printed on a matte black cover, the image of Tomie is rendered using glossy silk screen printing to give it a subtle shine. The contrast between the two textures of black brings the artwork to life, capturing Tomie’s haunting beauty and allure.
This illustration is taken from the Tomie: Hair chapter. To recreate the screen tone used in the original manga, shading has been added to her forehead and lips using fine dots. A thick layer of transparent ink has been used to express the lines that highlight her signature features—her long, glossy black hair and the tear-shaped mole beneath her left eye—creating a shifting impression depending on the angle you view it from.
The back cover features an illustration of the scene where a girl discovers a bundle of hair stored in a paulownia box in her father’s study. It marks the beginning of the story, as she imagines the owner of this otherworldly, beautiful black hair. The luster of Tomie’s glossy hair is expressed using gold foil.
We also offer the Hobonichi Tomie - Pink Pencil Board for the Weeks—perfectly matched to the Tomie Weeks book. We recommend using them together as a set.
In addition to the techo, the Tomie lineup featuring artwork by Junji Ito also includes sticky notes and stamps that add a touch of horror to your everyday life.
This beautifully eerie techo cover is the perfect match for Tomie’s extravagant and exacting persona. Let yourself be captivated by her charm—and enjoy a thrilling year ahead.
When you order this Hobonichi Techo Weeks, you’ll receive a clear, adhesive corner pocket you can stick anywhere you like.
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.
The Weeks book has space for writing in plans or journal entries, and it also has 71 pages of grid paper memo pages in the back (75 pages in the English edition). The back of the book contains bonus pages, including Memories 2026 and 12 Switches to Help You Focus.
If you’d like storage space or a way to change up the look of your Weeks book, you can customize your book by pairing it with a Weeks cover.
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Born in Gifu Prefecture in July 1963.
Won an honorable mention in 1986 for his submission of Tomie to the first Umezu Award in Monthly Halloween (Asahi Sonorama). The horror series became his debut work, and remains his most famous. Tomie, the main character, is a beautiful young woman with long, beautiful black hair and a beauty mark under her left eye. She’s an arrogant, malevolent character who proclaims that she is the most beautiful person in the world. Tomie is like a siren, as her charm lures in men and she then makes a mess of their lives. Eventually the lovestruck men go mad and resort to murder, but Tomie always regenerates and comes back to life to repeat the cycle.
© JI Inc. /Asahi Shimbun Publications Inc.
Introduction to the Junji Ito series products
(Hobonichi Techo 2026 lineup)
Size | H: 188 x W: 94 x T: 11 mm / H: 7.4" x W: 3.7" x T: 0.4" |
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Weight | Approx. 135 g |
Main material | Glossy paper (PP coated) / Paper |
Compatible Techo Covers |
Language | English |
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Pages | 240 pages |
Paper Type / Binding | Thin, light Tomoe River paper that is smooth to write on and designed for planners / Stitch-binding |
Graph Paper Size | 3.55 mm *Monthly calendar pages are 3.4 mm |
Start of Week | Monday-start week |
Yearly Calendar | 2025, 2026, 2027 |
Yearly Index | Jan. - Dec. 2026 (2 pages) |
Monthly Calendar | Dec. 2025 - Mar. 2027 (32 pages) |
Daily Quotes | One per week (English) |
Weekly Pages | Dec. 1, 2025 - Jan. 3, 2027 (114 pages) *All weekly pages include quotes. |
Graph Paper | 75 pages |
Bonus Pages | Useful Abbreviations / Using Things around You to Measure Size / Favorites / My 100 / Memories 2026 / 12 Switches to Help You Focus / 365 Days Check-Off Sheet / Addresses / Personal Notes |
Listed Information | Week of the year / Moon phase (weekly pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon) |
Other | See the Exploring Each Type page for more details |
Language | Japanese |
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Pages | 240 pages |
Paper Type / Binding | Thin, light Tomoe River paper that is smooth to write on and designed for planners / Stitch-binding |
Graph Paper Size | 3.55 mm *Monthly calendar pages are 3.4 mm |
Start of Week | Monday-start week |
Yearly Calendar | 2025, 2026, 2027 |
Yearly Index | Jan. - Dec. 2026 (2 pages) |
Monthly Calendar | Dec. 2025 - Mar. 2027 (32 pages) |
Daily Quotes | One per week (Japanese) |
Weekly Pages | Dec. 1, 2025 - Jan. 3, 2027 (114 pages) *All weekly pages include quotes. |
Graph Paper | 71 pages |
Bonus Pages | 365 Days Check-Off Sheet / Using Things around You to Measure Size / My 100 / Memories 2026 / 12 Switches to Help You Focus / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Age Table / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Contact List / Personal Notes |
Listed Information | Week of the year / Rokuyo (traditional Japanese calendar) / Solar terms / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (weekly pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon) |
Other | See the Exploring Each Type page for more details |
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We’ve compiled a list of warnings, potential issues, and tips to keep in mind for this particular product. Additionally, the color of the product may be slightly different in actuality than compared to how it appeared on a computer or smartphone screen.
You may notice press marks, slight whitening, or a glossy finish on the corners of the front and back covers. These are unavoidable results of the binding process.
The Tomoe River paper designed for planners is known for its thinness and smooth writing surface. However, depending on the type and amount of ink or pen used—as well as environmental conditions—some ink may bleed through or take longer to dry. We recommend testing your pens on an inconspicuous area first, or using a pencil board or blotting paper for best results.