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RO-BIKI Topographical Map Notebook – Dot Grid

Sale price$13.00 USD

A Japanese notebook with a wax-coated topographical map cover that invites you to explore. 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 rōbiki (wax-coating) technique: kraft paper infused with heated paraffin wax, giving it a soft sheen, gentle water resistance, and a tactile warmth unlike any other notebook. Printed with a detailed topographical map, the cover captures the beauty of contour lines, elevation markers, and terrain symbols. As you carry it with you, the waxed surface collects creases and scratches from daily use, gradually developing a unique patina that tells the story of your own journeys.

Inside, the notebook uses Soliste paper, a warm ivory stock with a smooth yet receptive surface. Fountain pen inks, ballpoints, and pencils all perform well, and the blank dot grid layout offers gentle structure without constraining your writing or sketching.

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

Details

  • Size: 3.6" × 8.3" (9.1 × 21 cm)
  • Pages: 60
  • Sheet Type: Blank
  • Paper Type: Soliste
    Paper Weight: 65 gsm
  • Weight: 1.8 oz (50 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.

RO-BIKI NOTE Topographical Map notebook with wax-coated cover featuring vintage map design by Yamamoto Paper
RO-BIKI Topographical Map Notebook – Dot Grid Sale price$13.00 USD

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