Akiko Miyakoshi: Once, in Spring Weeks Hardcover Book / Weekly Horizontal / ENG or JPN edition / Jan start / Mon start - Techo Lineup

Akiko MiyakoshiOnce, in SpringWeeks Hardcover Book / Weekly Horizontal / ENG or JPN edition / Jan start / Mon start

2027 New
Japanese / English

This Weeks book feels just like carrying around an original print artwork by picture book author Akiko Miyakoshi.

The soft spring light, shadows cast by fresh green leaves, and a breeze gently carrying soap bubbles... The overlapping of colors is incredibly soothing, sparking your imagination to wonder what kind of expressions the rabbits are wearing and what they might be talking about.

“This is a spring scene of my eldest daughter playing with a new friend she made when she was around two years old,” Miyakoshi says. “I drew the happiness of her making a friend right after we moved, along with the joy of spring’s arrival.”

The cover has a rough, canvas-like texture and is constructed as a light hardcover with some give to it. The year 2027 is foil-pressed in a sparkling red. The spine is also foil-pressed with “2027” and the words “Unforgettable Moments.” — the creative concept behind the series.

The Hobonichi Techo Weeks comes with a clear, adhesive corner pocket you can stick anywhere you like.

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

In addition to the monthly calendars and weekly pages, there are also plenty of grid-lined memo pages.

The back of the book contains bonus pages. Both the Japanese and English editions feature standard favorites like My 100 and the 365 Days Check-Off Sheet, as well as new additions like Phrases to Break That Writer’s Block and the Hobonichi’s Neighborhood: Kanda/Jinbo-cho Map, among others.

If you’d like to customize the look of your Weeks or add space to store accessories, you can pair it with a Weeks cover.

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The Akiko Miyakoshi series includes techo covers, a Weeks, pencil boards, and a notebook. We hope you’ll enjoy using them together as a set. See the full Akiko Miyakoshi series here.

As you carry this techo with you through the year, we hope it becomes filled with your own Unforgettable Moments.

About Akiko Miyakoshi

Children’s book author. Born in Saitama Prefecture in 1982. Currently lives in a town at the base of the mountains in Nagano while creating new works. Debuted in 2009 with the book The Storm (published by BL Publishing). Has won several awards in Japan and internationally for her works The Tea Party in the Woods, The Way Home in the Night, and Little Shrew (published by Kaiseisha). Other books include I Dream of a Journey and The Piano Recital (published by Bronze Publishing), and Tom and Momo (published by Fukuinkan Shoten). Her works are currently published in over 15 languages. Also contributes illustrations to magazines and other publications.

Staff List

Photographer: Styled Images: Elaine Lam / Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe
Stylist: Kanako Muneto

Akiko MiyakoshiOnce, in SpringWeeks Hardcover Book / Weekly Horizontal / ENG or JPN edition / Jan start / Mon start

¥3,190 - ¥3,300 (incl. tax)

20 per item

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Specifications*Specifications may vary slightly

Size	H: 188 x W: 94 x T: 11 mm / H: 7.4" x W: 3.7" x T: 0.4"
Weight	Approx. 140 g
Main material	Rayon / Paper
Compatible Techo Covers	Weeks Cover

Weeks Book (English / January Start)

Language	English
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	2026, 2027, 2028
Yearly Index	Jan. - Dec. 2027 (2 pages)
Monthly Calendar	Dec. 2026 - Mar. 2028 (32 pages)
Daily Quotes	One per week (English)
Weekly Pages	Nov. 30, 2026 - Jan. 2, 2028 (114 pages) *All weekly pages include quotes.
Memo Pages	75 pages
Bonus Pages	Useful Abbreviations / Using Things around You to Measure Size / Favorites / My 100 / Phrases to Break That Writer’s Block / Hobonichi’s Neighborhood: Kanda/Jinbo-cho Map / 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

Weeks Book (Japanese / January Start)

Language	Japanese
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	2026, 2027, 2028
Yearly Index	Jan. - Dec. 2027 (2 pages)
Monthly Calendar	Dec. 2026 - Mar. 2028 (32 pages)
Daily Quotes	One per week (Japanese)
Weekly Pages	Nov. 30, 2026 - Jan. 2, 2028 (114 pages) *All weekly pages include quotes.
Memo Pages	71 pages
Bonus Pages	365 Days Check-Off Sheet / Using Things around You to Measure Size / My 100 / Phrases to Break That Writer’s Block / Hobonichi’s Neighborhood: Kanda/Jinbo-cho Map / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Age Table / Conversion Chart / Getting the most of Hobonichi / Addresses / 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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Please Read Before You Buy

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.

Press marks or shines may appear on the corners: 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.

Color transfer may occur due to friction, pressure, or moisture: Color may transfer to other items through friction or prolonged contact. This risk increases when the cover is exposed to water or sweat, so please take extra care when carrying it near clothing or other belongings.

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.