Hobonichi Techo 2026 Weeks - Junji Ito: Tomie - Haunting Beauty [Japanese/Tall & Slim/Apr Start]

This Hobonichi Techo Weeks features artwork from Tomie, the debut and most iconic work by horror manga artist Junji Ito.
Using original illustrations first created in 1987, the design bridges nearly four decades of Junji Ito’s unmistakable world, capturing Tomie’s haunting beauty and unsettling allure.

The cover presents an illusory version of Tomie, born from a young girl’s intense admiration. Printed on a matte black hardcover, the artwork is finished with glossy silk screen printing, creating a subtle contrast in texture that brings depth and movement to the image.

This illustration is taken from the Tomie: Hair chapter. Fine dot shading recreates the original manga screen tones on her forehead and lips, while thick transparent ink highlights Tomie’s defining features—her long, lustrous black hair and the tear-shaped mole beneath her left eye—shifting in appearance depending on the viewing angle.

The back cover depicts the moment a girl discovers a bundle of hair hidden in a paulownia box in her father’s study, marking the beginning of the story. Tomie’s glossy hair is expressed with gold foil, adding a quiet but striking finish.

Features

• Artwork from Tomie by Junji Ito, reproduced from original illustrations
• Matte black hardcover with glossy silk screen printing
• Gold foil detailing on the back cover
• Weekly horizontal layout with space for plans and journalling
• Includes grid memo pages at the back for notes and lists
• Bonus pages including Memories 2026 and focus-themed content
• Includes a clear adhesive corner pocket
• Uses thin, lightweight, and durable Tomoe River paper for a smooth writing experience

Specifications

• Format: Weeks hardcover book
• Layout: Weekly horizontal
• Start: April start, Monday start
• Language: Japanese edition
• Memo pages: 71 pages (75 pages in the English edition)
• Paper: Tomoe River paper
• Country of origin: Japan

For a cohesive setup, pair this Weeks with the Tomie – Pink Pencil Board or a compatible Weeks cover. The Tomie lineup also includes matching sticky notes and stamps, allowing you to extend Junji Ito’s eerie world into everyday life.

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