Hobonichi Cover Tragen: Mustard (Weeks)
The Hobonichi Cover Tragen in mustard yellow is a tri-fold cover system for the Hobonichi Weeks, crafted from robust nylon with polyester lining and accented with genuine cowhide details. The combination of structured compartment layout and a generous zip pocket makes it a mobile organiser for writing instruments and small items. The warm, saturated mustard yellow of the nylon appears vibrant in daylight, yet remains matte and understated.
Features
- Tri-fold design with snap closure: The cover wraps around the Weeks notebook like a triptych — when closed, a snap fastener keeps everything compact, so pages and inserts won't shift or open inside a bag.
- Large zip pocket: A spacious zip compartment sits on the exterior — deep enough for multiple pens, paperclips, notes or a collection of business cards, yet shallow enough to keep the overall package slim.
- Interior pen loop: A sprung clip inside the cover securely holds a single pen — the clip reliably grips even wider clips from rollerballs or fineliner caps.
- Nylon outer material: The fabric is lightweight, resists permanent creasing and wipes clean easily when lightly soiled — practical for daily use in a rucksack or handbag.
- Cowhide accents: Leather details at the snap closure and edges create a tactile contrast to the textile material and develop character with use.
- Mustard yellow: The deep, slightly ochre-toned yellow of the nylon sits between curry and classic mustard — a colour that's instantly recognisable in a handbag without being garish.
Use & Tips
- Pairing with the Hobonichi Weeks: The cover is designed for the Weeks format (dimensions: 200 × 327 × 8 mm when unfolded) — the notebook fits snugly in the interior compartments without pressure.
- Pen choice for the loop: The clip accommodates pens with standard clip width — ideal for slender ink rollers, fineliner pens or a ballpoint. Very wide bodies or pens without a clip cannot be secured.
- Zip pocket as wallet alternative: The compartment is deep enough for folded receipts, loose change in a coin purse or individual cards — if you use the Weeks as a bullet-journal hub, you can keep notes and important documents together.
- Care: The nylon can be wiped with a slightly damp cloth; treat the cowhide accents occasionally with colourless leather conditioner to prevent drying out.
- On-the-go setup: Since the cover wraps the Weeks from three sides and secures it with a snap, you can transport it in tidy condition without additional rubber bands or elastics.
For Planner Enthusiasts
The Tragen cover follows the design principle of a trifold wallet — three wings, one pivot, one fastening point. If you run your Hobonichi Weeks as a calendar, logbook and note-taking system simultaneously, you'll appreciate that the zip pocket sits on the exterior and unfolds flat when opened, without interfering with your writing feel. The polyester lining reduces wear on the notebook's cover, which is particularly relevant long-term with the original Techo covers made from thinner materials.
Technical Specifications
| Model / Series: | Cover Tragen – Weeks |
| Colour: | Mustard yellow |
| Material (outer): | Nylon |
| Material (inner): | Polyester |
| Details: | Cowhide |
| Dimensions (unfolded): | 200 × 327 × 8 mm |
| Compatibility: | Hobonichi Weeks |
| Closure: | Snap fastener (tri-fold) |
| Pockets / Compartments: | Zip pocket, pen loop (interior) |
| Origin: | Japan |
