With a warm glow, noting our deepest thoughts can help bring back happy memories... or just remind you what you went to the shops for. The notebooks in this Ro-Biki 'Texture' Series feature traditional Japanese colours and use a waxed finish to accentuate the texture of the cover. The name of this notebook is 'Hanezu-iro' (朱華色) which is a pale pinkish orange from the traditional Japanese colour palette. It is a natural dye that has long been used in textile production but, in nature, this colour is also associated with delicate plum blossoms and the leaves of certain types of Japanese maple. The word 'hanezu' also has an ancient meaning, symbolising the sun, fire and the fragility of life. The paper cover has an embossed pattern and the natural colour is deepened through a waxing process. The wax also gives a slight transparency where it soaks into the paper. The effect is a vintage look meant to become worn and aged over time. This smaller sized notebook contains 60 sheets of premium Japanese paper which is not only great for pencil and ballpoint but is also excellent for writing with a fountain pen or dip pen. A cotton thread binding completes the look of this handy notebook. The notebook measures 8.8cm (3½") wide by 12.5cm (5") tall and is about 0.4cm (about ⅛") thick. Made in Japan.
