Hobonichi Techo Keiko Shibata: Emotional Reunion with Kariya-san A5 [COVER ONLY]

We’ve turned this unique piece of art by Keiko Shibata into a Hobonichi Techo cover. “Emotional Reunion with Kariya-san” was originally drawn for Shibata’s personal art gallery held in 2017.

Kariya-san the elephant has reunited with a young girl and is holding her tightly. This single image expresses a very heartfelt story.

The design is printed onto a textured polyester material to ensure the cover retains the warm, artistic touch of the original oil pastel piece. Kariya-san’s pink color really pops against the white-washed walls. You can see the happy expressions on the two of them as they embrace.

The dark brown piping around the edges of the cover serves as a decorative frame for Shibata’s art. If you keep this cover on your desk, it’ll catch your eye and bring you some cheer.

The interior of the cover is a gentle light beige. The two bookmarks are made with faux leather with the feel of suede, and the charms at the ends are colorful beads made of wood.

The left hand pocket is printed with Keiko Shibata’s signature.

You can also purchase a Hobonichi Pencil Board for the A5 size techo. It’s printed with Keiko Shibata’s art piece “Swaying tulips.”