Hobonichi Cousin Japanese Book & Cover - Keiko Shibata: Gentle breeze in a dandelion field - A5 (April Start)

Hobonichi Cousin Japanese Book & Cover - Keiko Shibata: Gentle breeze in a dandelion field - A5 (April Start) - Pen Boutique Ltd

Hobonichi Cousin Japanese Book & Cover - Keiko Shibata: Gentle breeze in a dandelion field - A5 (April Start)

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Hobonichi Cousin Keiko Shibata: Gentle Breeze in a Dandelion Field A5 April Start – A Whimsical Night Scene

A Gentle Story Carried by the Wind

From the creative collaboration between Hobonichi and illustrator Keiko Shibata comes Gentle Breeze in a Dandelion Field – Cousin A5 (April Start), a cover inspired by the quiet beauty of a breezy night in a field of dandelions. Originally created in 2022 as part of Shibata’s “wind” themed artwork, the illustration captures fluffy dandelion seeds drifting across the sky while a bear and a cat watch the magical moment with wide-eyed wonder.

Printed on textured polyester fabric, the design preserves the soft warmth of the original oil pastel drawing while allowing the floating dandelion seeds to spread gracefully across the entire cover.

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

  • Artist Collaboration: Keiko Shibata

  • Material: Textured polyester fabric

  • Artwork Style: Oil pastel illustration reproduction

  • Exterior Design: Dandelion seeds drifting through a night sky scene

  • Interior Detail: Dandelion seed pattern printed inside card pockets

  • Closure System: Butterfly-stopper pen holders (clasp + pen storage)

  • Bookmarks: White and light green ribbons with dandelion-inspired charms

  • Artist Detail: Keiko Shibata autograph printed on inner pocket

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

  • Cover Weight: 170g

  • Country of Origin: Japan



Why Choose the Hobonichi Gentle Breeze in a Dandelion Field A5?

This cover captures a magical moment of nature carried by the wind. The drifting dandelion seeds, paired with the charming expressions of the bear and cat, create a peaceful and whimsical scene. The textured fabric highlights the warmth of the original pastel artwork, making this cover a delightful companion for everyday planning.

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