V&A Series: Leicester Weeks Hardcover Book / Weekly Horizontal / ENG or JPN edition / Jan start / Mon start - Techo Lineup

V&A SeriesLeicesterWeeks Hardcover Book / Weekly Horizontal / ENG or JPN edition / Jan start / Mon start

2027 New
Japanese / English

The Hobonichi Techo, created in collaboration with the V&A (Victoria and Albert Museum, London), celebrates the much-loved Arts and Crafts patterns of William Morris and his creative companions. Drawing from the museum’s unparalleled collections, each techo combines iconic designs with the Hobonichi Techo’s signature style.

This techo celebrates William Morris’ lifelong love of nature and its influence on the Arts and Crafts Movement, pairing John Henry Dearle’s 1912 Leicester wallpaper pattern, with its rich foliage and botanical details, with Morris’ 1876 Wreath wallpaper design, featuring acanthus leaves intertwined with blooming, poppy-like flowers.

Gold-foil embossing bears Morris' famous words: “Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.”

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.

See Weeks cover lineup

Along with the techos, the V&A Series includes stationery items inspired by the museum’s iconic objects and architecture, bringing designs loved by people around the world, right to your fingertips. See the full V&A series here.

About the V&A

The V&A celebrates design and creativity in all its forms. It was founded in London in 1852 to advance cultural knowledge, and inspire makers, creators and innovators everywhere through a diverse collection of objects from around the world.

Today, the V&A continues to share a 5,000-year-old story of creativity, through its ever-evolving collection spanning every creative discipline, from art, design, fashion, photography and furniture to theatre, performance, architecture, and ceramics.

About William Morris

Considered the father of modern design, William Morris (1834–96) was one of the most important artistic and literary figures of the 19th century, a key figure of the Arts and Crafts Movement and a major contributor to the V&A collection. Morris championed handcrafting and the beauty of nature in an era that was focused on industrial progress, and his fabric and wallpaper designs are a reflection of his love of wildflowers, plants and birds.

Staff List

Photographer: Styled Images: Nobuki Kawaharazaki / Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe
Stylist: Sanami Okamoto
Makeup & Hair: Utsuki Akiko
Model: Riko Seto

V&A SeriesLeicesterWeeks Hardcover Book / Weekly Horizontal / ENG or JPN edition / Jan start / Mon start

¥3,190 - ¥3,300 (incl. tax)

3 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.