"Hobonichi Techo(ほぼ日手帳)" is a Japanese daily planner or diary. The name translates to "Almost Everyday Planner" or "Almost Everyday Notebook" in English. It is produced by Hobo Nikkan Itoi Shinbun (Hobonichi), which is a web magazine company created by Shigesato Itoi, a Japanese copywriter, essayist, and voice actor.
The Hobonichi Techo is popular not only in Japan but all around the world for its minimal and functional design, high-quality paper (Tomoe River paper), and its ability to lie flat when opened. It also includes quotes and excerpts from the Hobonichi website and offers a variety of covers and accessories. Users can use it for different purposes like journaling, sketching, or scheduling. It's often considered more than just a planner, as many people use it as a creative outlet or a way to document their daily lives.
