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Hiroko KubotaString Telephone Until the Moon is FullHON / A6 Size / Daily / ENG or JPN edition / Jan start / Mon start

  • 2027 New
  • Japanese / English

This HON features original artwork by Hiroko Kubota, an illustrator who has painted a gentle, breezy meadow unfolding across the cover.



Against a slowly shifting sunset, a cat is seen with its eyes closed, listening intently to a tin-can telephone. At the other end of the string, a wolf speaks with a warm, tender expression.



As if to represent the voices passing between them, a mouse rides a unicycle back and forth along the string. What might they be saying to each other? Beyond the evening scene, the horizon stretches endlessly into the distance. A Ferris wheel turns slowly in the far background, and a white crescent moon is suspended in the sky. It’s a moment captured as the moon grows fuller — one you wish would never end, with a voice at the other end of the line that feels somehow familiar.



The year 2027 and the HON logo on the front and spine are finished with a matte silver foil, catching the light with a gentle shimmer against the wide, open gradient of the sky.










Like the Hobonichi Techo, the HON features thread-stitched binding, so it opens flat at 180 degrees and stays that way — no need to hold the pages down.









The pages are made of thin and light yet durable Tomoe River paper that holds ink well, providing a smooth writing experience.





















The back of the techo contains bonus pages.

The English edition features standard favorites like My 100, Favorites, and the 365 Days Check-Off Sheet, alongside new additions like Phrases to Break That Writer’s Block, Hard-to-Translate Japanese Words, and the Hobonichi’s Neighborhood: Kanda/Jinbo-cho Map.

The Japanese edition includes standard favorites like My 100, Favorites, and Solar Terms, as well as new additions like Phrases to Break That Writer’s Block, Useful Sign Language Phrases to Know, and the Hobonichi’s Neighborhood: Kanda/Jinbo-cho Map.





We also offer a pencil board with a 5 mm grid, designed exclusively for the HON.

Note: Starting with the 2027 edition, the pencil board is sold separately.





In addition to the techo, the Hiroko Kubota lineup also includes Deco Rush tape. See the full Hiroko Kubota series here.



Together with a techo filled with the warmth of time's gentle passing, we hope you enjoy a year in which every thoughtful moment spent writing and communicating is one that you can cherish.

About Hiroko Kubota



Born 1971. Illustrator. Uses acrylic gouache etc. to draw landscapes, people, and animals.



Instagram: @hiroko_kubota_
Homepage: https://kuvotahiroko.jimdofree.com/

Staff List

Photographer
Styled Images: Elaine Lam / Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe
Stylist
Kanako Muneto
Hiroko KubotaString Telephone Until the Moon is FullHON / A6 Size / Daily / ENG or JPN edition / Jan start / Mon start
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Specifications*Specifications may vary slightly

SizeH: 156 x W: 110 x T: 16 mm / H: 6.1" x W: 4.3" x T: 0.6"
WeightApprox. 202 g
Main materialGlossy paper (PP coated) / Paper
Book (HON / English / January Start)
Language English
Pages464 pages
Paper Type / Binding Thin, light Tomoe River paper that is smooth to write on and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
*Monthly calendar pages are 3.45 mm
Start of WeekMonday-start week
Yearly Calendar 2026, 2027, 2028
Yearly IndexDec. 2026 - Mar. 2028 (8 pages)
Monthly Calendar Dec. 2026 - Mar. 2028 (32 pages)
Daily PagesJan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2027 (377 pages)
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*Every two-page spread includes one daily quote.
*Includes a mini monthly calendar at the bottom right of every two-page spread (Monday-start).
*Additionally, a blank two-page spread is featured at the beginning to provide a free area when starting out the book.
Daily QuotesOne quote per two-page spread (English)
Weekly Pages Not included
Memo Pages17 pages
Bonus Pages Time Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / Phrases to Break That Writer’s Block / Hard-to-Translate Japanese Words / Hobonichi’s Neighborhood: Kanda/Jinbo-cho Map / Words to Remember /365 Days Check-Off Sheet / Looking Back at the Year 2027 / Getting the Most Out of Your Hobonichi Techo / Gifts / Addresses / Personal Notes
Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details
Book (HON / Japanese / January Start)
LanguageJapanese
Pages464 pages
Paper Type / BindingThin, light Tomoe River paper that is smooth to write on and designed for planners / Stitch-binding
Start of WeekMonday-start week
Graph Paper Size3.7 mm
*Monthly calendar pages are 3.45 mm
Yearly Calendar2026, 2027, 2028
Yearly IndexDec. 2026 - Mar. 2028 (8 pages)
Monthly CalendarDec. 2026 - Mar. 2028 (32 pages)
Daily PagesJan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2027 (377 pages)
*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- / Sunday-start).
*Additionally, a blank two-page spread is featured at the beginning to provide a free area when starting out the book.
Daily QuotesOne per day (Japanese)
Weekly PagesNot included
Memo Pages15 pages
Bonus PagesTime Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / Phrases to Break That Writer’s Block / Useful Sign Language Phrases to Know / Hobonichi’s Neighborhood: Kanda/Jinbo-cho Map / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Gifts / Age Table / Addresses / Personal Notes
Listed InformationDay of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / 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 only include full and new moon)
OtherSee the Exploring Each Type page for more details

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About the paper used (techo)

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.

Notes regarding the Hobonichi Store Exclusive Bonus "Plain Old Acorn Charm"

- For ages 15 and up.
- Keep out of reach of young children. Do not give to children under any circumstances, as there is a risk of accidental ingestion or injury. Keep out of reach of young children.
- Do not put in your mouth, as there is a risk of choking or other hazards.
- Do not use for anything other than its intended purpose as a keychain.
- Use caution, as it may catch on bags or clothing.
- Made in China