Hobonichi Yuichi Inoue: Jo (Going up) A5 [Cover Only]

The Hobonichi Yuichi Inoue: Jo (Going up) A5 [Cover Only] pays tribute to the renowned calligrapher Yuichi Inoue, who broke free from the boundaries of traditional Japanese calligraphy to create works full of vitality and power. His art, bold yet delicate, is beautifully expressed in this techo cover.

The design showcases Inoue’s ichijisho, or “single-character works”, created with enormous brushes soaked in ink on paper larger than the artist himself. The cover features the character “Jo”, a masterpiece from Inoue’s later years. Its powerful strokes convey a sense of energy and uplift, as if soaring into the sky.

The base fabric is plain natural cotton, chosen to highlight the calligraphy. The character is silk-screen printed, vividly capturing the brush’s dynamic movement. Even the finest ink splashes are faithfully reproduced, preserving the intensity and momentum of the artist’s strokes.

The outer pocket includes the artwork credit, with the reading and meaning of “Jo” alongside the artist’s name, printed in a clean, modern typeface to add a contemporary touch.

The interior combines a dignified ink black with a serene sky blue, reminiscent of a clear day. A slender, vivid blue bookmark provides a bright accent when the cover is closed.

Keep Yuichi Inoue’s energizing calligraphy close at hand and let its powerful presence inspire you every day.