A Japanese notebook with a wax-coated metro map cover that brings the rhythm of city transit to your pocket. 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 metro map, the cover is a web of intersecting lines, station names, and transfer points, turning the graphic language of urban rail networks into a design you can carry everywhere. As you use it, the waxed surface collects creases and scratches from daily life, gradually developing a unique patina that becomes yours alone. 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 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: SolistePaper 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.
