Best Japanese Notebooks 2025: Hobonichi vs Midori vs Kokuyo

Japanese notebooks have a cult following. Which deserves a spot on your desk?

Hobonichi Midori MD Kokuyo Campus
Paper Tomoe River 52gsm MD Paper 80gsm 80gsm
FP friendly ✅ Excellent ✅ Excellent ⚠️ Good
Price ~$30–50 ~$12–20 ~$3–8

Verdict

Hobonichi for planners. Midori for writers. Kokuyo for everyday students.