Hobonichi Cousin Japanese Book & Cover - Unsodo: Shin-Bijutsukai (Flower) - A5 (April Start)

Hobonichi Cousin Unsodo: Shin-Bijutsukai (Flower) A5 April Start – A Century of Japanese Design

A Historic Woodblock Pattern Reimagined

From the artistic heritage of Hobonichi and Kyoto publisher Unsodo comes Shin-Bijutsukai (Flower) – Cousin A5 (April Start), a cover inspired by a craft design from the historic Shin-Bijutsukai collection. These design books, published during Japan’s Meiji period (1868–1912), showcased intricate patterns created by skilled painters and designers using traditional woodblock printing.

This cover features large peony-like flowers arranged over a lattice background in calming tones of blue, light blue, and brown. The layered horizontal and vertical lines create a sense of depth, giving the design a tile-like or stained-glass appearance. Though the flowers are softly colored and without outlines, they stand out boldly, making the composition feel both classic and surprisingly modern.

Product Features & Specifications

• Product Type: Japanese Book & Cover (Cousin A5, April Start)

• Collection: Unsodo Shin-Bijutsukai Archive Design

• Material: Polyester fabric

• Exterior Design: Peony-style floral craft design with lattice background

• Interior Color: Blue

• Closure System: Butterfly-stopper pen holders in brown and blue

• Bookmarks: Ribbon bookmarks with tile-shaped charms

• Cover Size: 228 × 337 × 3 mm (excludes pen holders)

• Cover Weight: 170g

• Country of Origin: Japan

Why Choose the Hobonichi Shin-Bijutsukai (Flower) A5?

This cover brings over a century of Japanese craft design into your daily planning. The striking floral pattern and geometric lattice create a unique balance of tradition and modern design. With its rich colors, detailed composition, and thoughtful accents like tile-shaped charms, it offers a timeless aesthetic that stands out beautifully on the larger Cousin A5 format.