As the weather warms and spring flowers begins to bloom, it is a great time to refresh your TRAVELER’S notebook, just like a bit of spring cleaning. Swap in new notebook refills, remove what you no longer need, and add what sparks joy. A refreshing set up of your TRAVELER’S notebook can also give you a fresh perspective for the new season. This spring, TRAVELER’S COMPANY USA is recommending two limited-time charms, YOSEGI and MIZUHIKI.

YOSEGI and MIZUHIKI charms highlight traditional Japanese craftsmanship and offer an easy way to customize your TRAVELER’S notebook. Having carefully crafted, handmade tools in your daily life also enriches your everyday experience. Furthermore, their charm lies in the fact that they become more familiar to your hand with continued use. Here is a closer look at YOSEGI and MIZUHIKI, plus a few ways to use them to personalize your notebook.

TRAVELER'S notebooks Regular and Passport Size with YOSEGI Charm.

TRAVELER’S FACTORY Charms – YOSEGI & MIZUHIKI

YOSEGI – Celebrating the Art of Japanese Marquetry

The YOSEGI charm is inspired by Japanese marquetry, a craft that flourished during the Edo period in Hakone, Japan. Each wooden charm is handcrafted by artisan Yuta Shimizu of Studio Luthier.

YOSEGI CHARM in original and Dark Brown color.

Yosegi craftsmanship starts with fine wooden rods in different types of wood, assembled into intricate patterns. Those patterned blocks are sliced into thin sheets, creating a checkerboard mosaic of walnut, birch, and more, then shaped into a round charm that pairs perfectly with the leather cover.

YOSEGI Charms on TRAVELER'S notebook passport size.

One of the most important steps is drilling the opening for the TRAVELER’S notebook elastic. Because patterned wood can crack if the hole is not perfectly centered, this takes precision and experience.

TRAVELER’S FACTORY YOSEGI charms are available in two color variations: original and dark brown.

TF YOSEGI Charm – $19.20

TF YOSEGI Charm Dark Brown – $19.20

MIZUHIKI – A Testament to Traditional Paper Cord Design

From Ehime Prefecture in Shikoku, the MIZUHIKI charm draws on the long-standing Japanese art of decorative paper cord knotting. The TRAVELER’S FACTORY MIZUHIKI charm features the “ume” (plum) knot, a motif in Japanese culture often associated with celebration and well wishes. Traditionally used in gift wrapping for weddings and special occasions, the ume knot represents strong bonds, protection from harm, and good fortune.

MIZUHIKI Charms in red and navy colors.

The TRAVELER’S FACTORY Original MIZUHIKI Charm is available in red and navy. Personalize your TRAVELER’S notebook by hanging it on the elastic or use it as an accessory charm for everyday items like keys, pouches, and bags.

MIZUHIKI Charms on TRAVELER'S notebook Regular Size.

MIZUHIKI Charms on TRAVELER'S notebook Passport Size.

TF MIZUHIKI Charm Red – $9.80

TF MIZUHIKI Charm Navy – $9.80

TF YOSEGI and MIZUHIKI charms are available exclusively at travelerscompanyusa.com for a limited time, while supplies last.

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Express Your Personality Through Charms

TRAVELER’S FACTORY Original charms are inspired by nature and made with time-honored techniques, but what makes them fun is how they let you personalize your TRAVELER’S notebook in a way that feels uniquely yours.

Today, personalization is everywhere, from the bag charm trend to keychains layered with plush characters and other trinkets. If you can build a collection of charms that reflects your taste and personality on a favorite bag, why not do the same with your TRAVELER’S notebook?

TRAVELER'S notebooks decorated with Tin, YOSEGI, and MIZUHIKI charms against a wooden table.

The new 20th Anniversary commemorative TRAVELER’S notebook Card Size is smaller than TRAVELER’S notebooks in Regular and Passport size, but that doesn’t mean you can’t personalize them. Its compact format makes charms like YOSEGI wood marquetry and MIZUHIKI knots look more bold and expressive on the TRAVELER’S notebook. Mix and match charms to convey your unique TRAVELER’S SPIRIT.

A black TRAVELER'S notebook Card Size decorated with a YOSEGI wooden charm on a wooden table.

Black and brown TRAVELER'S notebooks in Card Size decorated with a YOSEGI wooden charm on a wooden table.

As a charm, YOSEGI adds a warm, outdoorsy touch. The contrast of the leather and wood brings an earthy vibe to your TRAVELER’S notebook customization.

A black and brown TRAVELER'S notebooks in Card Size decorated with MIZUHIKI knot charms, on a wooden table.

As a charm, MIZUHIKI adds a playful pop of color and texture, and makes the TRAVELER’S notebook look like a little gift sealed with a bow.

Mix, Match, and Layer Charms

Personalization does not have to stop at a single charm. Just like bag charm stacks, your TRAVELER’S notebook can be customized by layering multiple charms that feel like you.

Try mixing and matching:

A YOSEGI charm for natural warmth and pattern
A MIZUHIKI charm for a contrast of texture (paper cord and leather)
TRAVELER’S FACTORY Pewter charms for a personal nod to your hobbies or interests (e.g., using a TF Mug Charm to signify your love for tea)

A brown TRAVELER'S notebook Card Size decorated with mug tin charm, YOSEGI wooden charm, and MIZUHIKI knot charm, on a wooden table.

On the TRAVELER’S notebook Card Size, multiple charms can create a bold look without feeling heavy. Combining wood, paper cord, and pewter is an easy way to build contrast in texture, pattern, and shape.

TRAVELER'S notebooks decorated with Tin, YOSEGI, and MIZUHIKI charms against a wooden table.