Hobonichi Cover Tragen: Mustard (A6)
The Hobonichi Cover Tragen in mustard yellow is a three-layer foldable protective case for the Hobonichi Techo in A6 format. Nylon exterior, polyester interior, with details in cattle leather – a combination that sits lightly in your rucksack whilst remaining structurally stable. The rich, warm mustard tone has depth without being obtrusive, and remains versatile across seasons and outfits.
Features
- Generous zip pocket: Accessible on the exterior, deep enough for several pens, markers or small writing tools – no rummaging in your bag, everything lies within easy reach.
- Triple-fold closure with press stud: The cover folds into three layers and is held together with a press stud. It closes flat and snugly without adding bulk – ideal when your notebook needs to fit into a tightly packed bag.
- Interior pen clip: A featherweight clip hook on the inside securely holds a fountain pen, gel pen or thin fineliner in place – even when the cover is closed.
- Nylon exterior, polyester interior: Nylon is abrasion-resistant and resists light moisture; the smooth polyester lining allows the Techo notebook to slide in without resistance, protecting the cover boards.
- Cattle leather details: The press stud and functional seam zones are reinforced with cattle leather – the material positioned where daily use creates the most stress.
- A6 format: Precisely fitted for Hobonichi Techo Original and Hobonichi Techo Planner in A6 format.
Use & Tips
- Organise your pens: The zip pocket comfortably holds four to five writing instruments – for example, a fountain pen, fineliner, pencil and highlighter side by side, without them jamming.
- Secure on the move: The press stud closure makes this cover practical for commuters and travellers: your notebook stays closed even in a packed rucksack and emerges without bent pages.
- Ink on smooth paper: The Tomoe River paper in the Techo notebook is sensitive to moisture. The nylon exterior of the cover buffers light condensation or raindrops – a small but noticeable detail in everyday use.
- Pen clip compatibility: The clip hook is designed for slim writing instruments – fountain pens up to roughly 12 mm diameter, gel pens and fineliners fit without issue. Particularly thick travel fountain pens may be a tight fit.
- Colour combinations: Mustard yellow harmonises within this cover with ink-coloured or dark green accents – for those who coordinate colours in their planning, brown, dark blue or olive-toned inks are excellent partners.
For Techo Enthusiasts
The "Tragen" cover is one of the few Hobonichi cases explicitly designed for transport and capacity – the name says it all. The trifold construction is not merely a folding technique, but fundamentally changes how you use it: when opened, the notebook rests on a stable base of three material layers, making writing without a desk noticeably more pleasant than with simple covers. The cattle leather details are functional rather than decorative – positioned at the press stud and tabs, where nylon alone would eventually give way. If you carry the Techo as your main planning tool with multiple writing instruments daily, this cover provides thoughtfully designed infrastructure around your notebook.
Technical Specifications
| Model / Series: | Hobonichi Cover Tragen (Mustard Yellow / Mustard) |
| Format: | A6 (fits Techo Original and Techo Planner A6) |
| Dimensions (opened): | 175 × 360 × 8 mm |
| Colour: | Mustard yellow (Mustard) |
| Exterior material: | Nylon |
| Interior material: | Polyester |
| Details: | Cattle leather |
| Closure: | Press stud |
| Pocket: | Zip pocket (exterior) |
| Pen holder: | Interior clip hook |
| Construction: | Trifold (three-way foldable) |
| Origin: | Japan |