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RO-BIKI Hanezu Red Notebook - Blank

RO-BIKI Hanezu Red Notebook - Blank

A Japanese notebook in one of Japan's oldest recorded color names, a warm red that sits between vermillion and coral. The RO-BIKI NOTE by Yamamoto Paper is one of the most acclaimed Japanese stationery series among fountain pen enthusiasts worldwide, known for its distinctive waxed covers and exceptional paper quality.

The cover features Yamamoto Paper's signature RO-BIKI (wax-coating) technique: kraft paper infused with heated paraffin wax, giving it a soft sheen, gentle water resistance, and a warmth you can feel right away. Over time, the cover develops a unique patina, becoming distinctly yours with use.

The name "Hanezu" (朱華) is one of the oldest color names in the Japanese language, appearing in the Man'yoshu (万葉集), the eighth-century anthology of Japanese poetry. It describes the color of the hanezu flower in bloom — a pale, warm red with a faint orange undertone, quieter than vermillion and more alive than pink. The wax coating gives this tone a subtle depth that plain paper could not achieve.

Inside, blank pages in Solist paper, a woodfree stock with a warm cream tone and gentle tooth at 65 g/m². Fountain pen inks absorb cleanly with minimal feathering or bleed-through, and the uncoated surface brings out depth and richness in ink colors. At just 30 grams, this Japanese notebook fits into any pocket and is ready whenever you need it.

Explore our Japanese notebook collection, crafted for exceptional writing and creative sketching.

Details

  • Size: 3.5" × 4.9" (8.8 × 12.5 cm)
  • Pages: 60
  • Sheet Type: Blank
  • Paper Type: Soliste
    Paper Weight: 65 gsm
  • Weight: 1.1 oz (30 g)
  • Brand: Yamamoto Paper

Yamamoto Paper — Preserving the Joy of Paper for the Future

Based in Sakai, Osaka, Yamamoto Paper was founded in 1972 as a paper specialist. Drawing on decades of experience connecting paper manufacturers with end users, they now design and produce their own original stationery. At the heart of their work is a belief in “sharing the joy and warmth of paper with confidence for generations to come.”

Rather than simply selling beautiful paper, Yamamoto Paper values delivering the full character of each sheet—its writing feel, texture, and the way it changes over time. They are also known as “custodians” of paper culture, reviving legendary papers that have gone out of production and passing them on to the next generation.

What makes Yamamoto Paper especially beloved is their balance of craftsmanship and playfulness. Their Paper Tasting series, for example, lets you sample different types of paper as if you were tasting wine, turning the exploration of paper into a delightful experience. It’s this combination of uncompromising quality and creative spirit that has earned them loyal fans among stationery lovers and fountain pen enthusiasts around the world.

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A Japanese notebook in one of Japan's oldest recorded color names, a warm red that sits between vermillion and coral. The RO-BIKI NOTE by Yamamoto Paper is one of the most acclaimed Japanese stationery series among fountain pen enthusiasts worldwide, known for its distinctive waxed covers and exceptional paper quality.

The cover features Yamamoto Paper's signature RO-BIKI (wax-coating) technique: kraft paper infused with heated paraffin wax, giving it a soft sheen, gentle water resistance, and a warmth you can feel right away. Over time, the cover develops a unique patina, becoming distinctly yours with use.

The name "Hanezu" (朱華) is one of the oldest color names in the Japanese language, appearing in the Man'yoshu (万葉集), the eighth-century anthology of Japanese poetry. It describes the color of the hanezu flower in bloom — a pale, warm red with a faint orange undertone, quieter than vermillion and more alive than pink. The wax coating gives this tone a subtle depth that plain paper could not achieve.

Inside, blank pages in Solist paper, a woodfree stock with a warm cream tone and gentle tooth at 65 g/m². Fountain pen inks absorb cleanly with minimal feathering or bleed-through, and the uncoated surface brings out depth and richness in ink colors. At just 30 grams, this Japanese notebook fits into any pocket and is ready whenever you need it.

Explore our Japanese notebook collection, crafted for exceptional writing and creative sketching.

Details

  • Size: 3.5" × 4.9" (8.8 × 12.5 cm)
  • Pages: 60
  • Sheet Type: Blank
  • Paper Type: Soliste
    Paper Weight: 65 gsm
  • Weight: 1.1 oz (30 g)
  • Brand: Yamamoto Paper

Yamamoto Paper — Preserving the Joy of Paper for the Future

Based in Sakai, Osaka, Yamamoto Paper was founded in 1972 as a paper specialist. Drawing on decades of experience connecting paper manufacturers with end users, they now design and produce their own original stationery. At the heart of their work is a belief in “sharing the joy and warmth of paper with confidence for generations to come.”

Rather than simply selling beautiful paper, Yamamoto Paper values delivering the full character of each sheet—its writing feel, texture, and the way it changes over time. They are also known as “custodians” of paper culture, reviving legendary papers that have gone out of production and passing them on to the next generation.

What makes Yamamoto Paper especially beloved is their balance of craftsmanship and playfulness. Their Paper Tasting series, for example, lets you sample different types of paper as if you were tasting wine, turning the exploration of paper into a delightful experience. It’s this combination of uncompromising quality and creative spirit that has earned them loyal fans among stationery lovers and fountain pen enthusiasts around the world.

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