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Noble Shoubu: The Maki-e Style Iris & Gold Notebook

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8.5" x 11" Deluxe Spiral Notebook
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Style: 8.5" x 11" Deluxe Spiral Notebook

Accessorize while you organize with these hand made spiral notebooks. The front and back covers are customizable with your images and text, and the notebook covers are laminated to ensure durability. Choose from 4 notebook styles, hardcover or softcover versions, 7 different spiral colors and 10 page design options to make your one-of-a-kind notebook today.

  • Dimensions: 8.5" l x 11" w
  • Hardcover or Softcover
  • Page Count: 60 sheets, 120 pages
  • 60 lb. durable text smooth paper
  • Laminated front and back covers, plain white inside
  • Choice of 7 colors for the spiral
  • Choice of 10 designs for the pages
  • CPSIA compliant
  • Suitable for ages 4+

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Noble Shoubu: The Maki-e Style Iris & Gold Notebook

Noble Shoubu: The Maki-e Style Iris & Gold Notebook

Things that evoke a sense of cool, unyielding grace: a sudden breeze rippling across a quiet pond, the scent of damp reeds in early summer, and the sharp, sword-like leaves of the iris standing tall against the dark water. This magnificent notebook captures the striking beauty of the Japanese iris (Ayame or Shoubu), designed to echo the breathtaking craftsmanship of traditional Japanese lacquerware. It serves as a dark, lustrous canvas that brings the vivid colors of the flora to life, offering an everyday object that feels like a treasured heirloom. Set against a deep, flawless black background reminiscent of Urushi lacquer, the vibrant purple and blue petals of the iris emerge with a luminous, pearlescent glow—mimicking the revered Raden (mother-of-pearl inlay) technique. The long, elegant leaves are outlined in gold, rising from stylized golden water currents at the base. Surrounding the blossoms is a delicate mist of gold dust, simulating the Maki-e and Nashiji techniques, where precious metals are sprinkled onto wet lacquer to catch the light. In Japanese tradition, the Shoubu (iris) is celebrated not only for its striking early summer blooms but also for its profound symbolism. Its straight, sword-like leaves were historically believed to possess the power to purify and ward off evil spirits, making this flower a symbol of resilience, vitality, and quiet strength. Why this journal is a sophisticated addition to your desk: Timeless Aesthetic: The brilliant violet hues and golden water motifs offer a stunning visual contrast against the midnight black cover, reflecting the highly refined tastes of classical Japanese art. Custom Elegance: The golden script resting beside the delicate leaves awaits your personal touch. Customize it with your name, a poetic title, or the purpose of your writings. Everyday Durability: Whether used as a ledger for your daily tasks, a place to press summer wildflowers, or a repository for your most private lists and observations, this sturdy spiral-bound notebook holds your world securely. It is a profound joy to record one's thoughts in a book that reflects such enduring strength and beauty.

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By Christina P.August 25, 2023Verified Purchase
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Zazzle has impressed us with providing us with exactly what we wanted & it’s so adorable. My daughter can pass this down to her daughter one day in her box of baby trinkets. 🩷🩷🩷. Printing is exactly as ordered! Each font, word, and color we chose is on point.
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By Goddess C.May 25, 2022Verified Purchase
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This is such a fun notebook. When using it, if I find the need to ground myself or am searching for inspiration as to what to write, I can reference the root chakra or throat chakra (respectively) illustrations for sample exercises to access those energies. I plan to gift one of these notebooks to my favorite yoga teacher in gratitude for her beautiful spirit and practices. I love how durable the softcover journals are. There's no concern that the cover will break off from the binding. I also love that Zazzle allows for certain customizations, such as changing the color of the spiral or the paper inside the notebook. I'm a big fan of the sketch paper because it allows for writing and doodling but appreciate that I can get college or wide ruled paper instead, depending on the purpose for which I'm using the notebook.
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By Jen A.November 9, 2021Verified Purchase
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The product quality in my opinion is fantastic! It seems to be made with durable, long lasting materials, put into an incredible design. I would recommend this to anyone, and we'll be purchasing a few more soon for the upcoming holiday to give out as gifts. Absolutely 100% satisfied with the incredible printing, and images on this! I uploaded the images myself for the back of this and I was expecting one of them to be blurry yeah, but when I received it it was above and beyond more beautiful than I could have ever expected. Thank you so very much for an amazing printing job!

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Product ID: 256773480518711523
Created on: 3/5/2026, 6:17 AM
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