Hobonichi Cover Tragen: Purple (A5)
The Cover Tragen is Hobonichi's tri-fold A5 cover – designed for those who carry their Techo daily and need to transport more than just a notebook. The nylon exterior showcases a purple tone with a noticeable red undertone: depending on the light, the surface shifts between cool violet and warm red. Cattle leather details on the closure elements provide a tactile contrast to the lightweight fabric.
Features
- Tri-fold construction with metal snap: The cover folds into three layers – the notebook sits in the centre, with flaps folding over on both sides. The metal snap holds everything compact without pinching or warping the notebook.
- External zip pocket: The wide, flat pocket on the outside accommodates multiple pens up to ballpoint length, gel pens, markers, spare refills or a handful of business cards – without creating visible bulk.
- Interior pen hook: The clip holder inside grips securely enough to hold a pen even when the cover is closed and snapped shut.
- Nylon exterior with polyester lining: This material combination keeps the overall weight low – important when a pen case or other accessories are already in your bag.
- Cattle leather details: The leather accents on the closure elements develop patina with use and gain character over time.
- Purple with red undertone: In nylon fabric, the colour shifts more noticeably than in leather or cloth – not a flat violet, but a vibrant tone that responds to light conditions.
Use & Tips
- Fit: The cover is designed for the Hobonichi Techo Cousin in A5 format. The notebook sits securely in inset folds on both sides – a firm fit without elastic bands or adhesive.
- Opened flat on the desk: When fully opened, the cover measures 225 × 480 mm and lies flat – both pages of the notebook are accessible without flipping the cover or removing the notebook.
- Pen hook selection: Slim pens with clips sit most securely. Bodies around 12 mm diameter or larger may fit snugly – test briefly beforehand.
- Using the zip pocket: The pocket works well for sticky note pads, paper clips or a small pair of scissors – anything you want within reach while planning, but doesn't belong in the notebook.
- Care: The nylon can be wiped clean with a slightly damp cloth. The cattle leather details occasionally benefit from a colourless leather conditioner.
For Hobonichi Enthusiasts
Within Hobonichi's cover line, the Tragen is the model designed for transport capacity – the tri-fold format brings its own logic of use: when opened, it provides a working surface of 225 × 480 mm where both cover halves are accessible simultaneously. The combination of nylon exterior and polyester lining is not a compromise for this format, but a deliberate choice – a full leather tri-fold of this size would noticeably weigh more and be less flexible to roll up. If you carry the cover together with a full pen case, you'll notice the difference in your daily rucksack.
Technical Specifications
| Model / Series: | Cover Tragen – Purple |
| Format: | A5 (fits Hobonichi Techo Cousin) |
| Dimensions (open): | 225 × 480 × 8 mm |
| Fold: | Tri-fold |
| Colour: | Purple with red undertone |
| Exterior material: | Nylon |
| Lining: | Polyester |
| Details: | Cattle leather |
| Closure: | Metal snap |
| Pen holder: | Interior pen hook (clip) |
| Pocket: | Zip pocket (exterior) |
| Origin: | Japan |
