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As the planner season thickens, we are receiving a lot of questions reg. the differences between Jibun Techo Regular vs. Jibun Techo Biz paper quality. We asked Eunice to break down what makes each of them unique in their writing qualities as well as rubber stamp application. I hope you enjoy reading her thorough analysis! -wakako As we edge closer to the end of this year, many of us in the analogue community are already dreaming of our system(s) for the approaching 2019 year! One planner known as the Jibun Techo, in particular, is making its way into the hearts of many planner enthusiasts. Believe it or not, one of the top criteria users think about when selecting a planner is the paper quality and the way it behaves with their beloved analogue tools. We often see our BK customers running their hands along the pages envisioning what it might feel like as their pen glides along the smooth surface of the different paper textures. Others who find joy in adding visual inspiration such as stamps wonder if rubber stamp ink will hold as well as they imagined. There are two variations of the Jibun Techo systems available in A5 Slim and B6 Slim: 1. The Jibun Techo REGULAR consists of a fun color palette composed of lightweight Tomoe river paper enclosed in a frosted clear cover with a white background. Tomoe river paper is lightweight, highly resistant to feathering and bleed through, and the overall weight and slim construction appeal to many. 2. The Jibun Techo BIZ features a professional monochromatic Kokuyo Mio paper which is also feather and bleed through resistant but in addition; is archival safe and PH neutral. This is an added bonus for those who want to ensure their documentation will be long lasting. The Biz comes enclosed with a sleek black cover perfect for any professional environment. Shown (L-R) Jibun Techo b6 slim Regular, Jibun Techo BIZ a5 slim Jibun Techo Regular / Tomoe River Paper Jibun Techo BIZ / Kokuyo Mio Paper For something a bit more personal and fun, you can swap out the plastic covers for the following: 1. Baum-Kuchen x TSL Jibun Cover : available in both A5 Slim or B6 Slim with canvas or all leather options. 2. Roterfaden cover : available in A5 slim (light brown or dark brown). Users can expect a pleasurable writing experience from both planners but we will discuss and compare visually how one could expect the most commonly used pens, inks, and stamps to behave between the two paper options that are available. 1. Fountain Pen Ink Many gravitate towards fountain pens for the way the nib seems to glide onto paper in such an effortless manner expelling beautiful wet ink. Both the Regular Jibun and the Jibun Biz had no issues taking the Lamy Fountain Pen ink paired with the Lamy safari. There was no feathering, bleed through, or ghosting with zero to minimal (seconds) drying time. With wetter ink brands such as J. Herbin, you can anticipate a slightly longer drying time with the same benefits. Fountain pen lovers rejoice! Both paper versions work amazingly well paired with your favorite fountain pen! 2. Gel Pen Gel Pens or hybrid variations of gel pens are the most commonly used for those who love a reliable and smooth writing tool for everyday use. We gathered some common favorites (Zebra Sarasa, Hi-tec-c, Uni-Ball Signo) and to no surprise, it was a match made in planner heaven. All of the inks wrote beautifully on the papers with quick drying time. Both versions displayed exceptional pen behavior with no feathering, bleed through, and very little to no ghosting. 3. Pencil For those who love to