{"product_id":"hobonichi-junji-ito-tomie-knowing-smile-cover-a6","title":"Hobonichi Junji Ito: Tomie - Knowing Smile Cover [A6]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis cover features artwork from Tomie, the debut work and one of the most iconic creations of horror manga artist Junji Ito. Using original illustrations that bring Junji Ito’s one-of-a-kind world to life, the artwork bridges nearly 40 years since his debut in 1987.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tomie Knowing Smile cover for the Original-size techo features luxurious iridescent faux leather, printed with an image of Tomie giving a cold, condescending smile. Her beauty, arrogance, and supernatural ability to return again and again are captured in the shimmering, rainbow-like design of this striking cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg data-val=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1101.com\/store\/techo\/2026\/detail_images\/oc26_jito\/extra_01.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cover features a two-tone design that shifts from deep pink on the front to mint green on the back. The illustration, taken from the Tomie: Adopted Daughter chapter, appears to change color depending on the angle, evoking Tomie’s elusive beauty and eerie allure. Her clear eyes and lips are also boldly printed, making a strong visual impression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg data-val=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1101.com\/store\/techo\/2026\/detail_images\/oc26_jito\/extra_02.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe back of the cover is mint green and also features an illustration of Tomie. Her signature long, beautiful black hair and the tear-shaped mole beneath her left eye—one of her defining features—are depicted in stunning detail. The design is complete with a “TOMIE” signature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg data-val=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1101.com\/store\/techo\/2026\/detail_images\/oc26_jito\/extra_03.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the top of the back cover is an English message—an edited version for the Hobonichi Techo of a line spoken by a male character in the manga, describing Tomie’s irresistible charm. Her clear eyes, sweetly tart voice, and the fragrance that lingers on her skin...no one could possibly compare to Tomie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg data-val=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1101.com\/store\/techo\/2026\/detail_images\/oc26_jito\/extra_04.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe inside of the cover is black. Hidden in the pocket where the Hobonichi Techo book slips in is a disturbing illustration—a stark contrast to the beautiful Tomie on the front. This scene depicts Tomie, having multiplied into a sake mash, attacking a man while exuding a rich, intoxicating aroma. Though this image is concealed once the techo is inserted, you’ll find madness in every meticulously drawn line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg data-val=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1101.com\/store\/techo\/2026\/detail_images\/oc26_jito\/extra_05.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeeking out from the pocket is Tomie in the form of a human-faced tumor. Even while sitting in a trash can, her arrogant personality remains unchanged, and the man she commands obeys her without question.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautifully eerie techo cover is the perfect match for Tomie’s extravagant and exacting persona. 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