6 YEARS LATER | Traveler's Company (Midori) TRAVELER'S notebook Passport Size
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Six years after my original review of the Traveler's Company (Midori) TRAVELER'S notebook Passport Size, I'm back to let you know how the notebook is holding up, what's changed about its layout, and whether I still use and enjoy it.
The original review: • Review: Midori Travele...
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OMG! I watched your video exactly 6 years ago and bought my TN and even brought it to my europe trip with me. its crazy that youtube sent me this video after six years!
Heres a comment from 2 years later
You've done a nice job reviewing the Midori TN. It honestly feels refreshing to see reviews that aren't focused on decorating or making it "instagrammable" (not that it's a bad thing, it's just one method of using it which can be overwhelming for someone like me lol). I actually wished there were more videos that weren't focused on that but then again a lot of the artists tend to lean more on the Moleskine sketchbook since they are the more popular choice while writers/jotters tend to lean more on the regular moleskine/leuctthurm1917/rhodia/field notes notebooks or the inexpensive options.
I forgot to mention that after stumbling upon your Midori TN videos a couple of years ago, I ended up getting a regular brown TN (for drawing + thumbnail sketches + story writing), and then a limited edition camel passport TN a few years later (for EDC and for keeping up with work-related tasks). I might end up getting another regular TN just for jotting down notes or things I've learned from watching software tutorials online.
I wasn't too surprised when you mentioned about using a ballpoint pen because I use one too for sketching usually 😅 I used to have a hand-me-down parker ballpoint pen just tucked under the elastic on the side of the TN back when I first started using my TN. Nowadays I just bring with me my pencil case whenever I'm outside. Anyway, thank you for getting me into TN's system! It actually helped me a lot these past few years. 😁
Thanks for watching and for sharing! I use ballpoints for sketching sometimes too.
A good compromise on the pen would be to buy a classic Parker Jotter ball-point, but also buy some gel refills for it. You get the ultra-slim Jotter and the bonus of quality gel ink that way. The Jotter is available in various finishes, both all-metal in various colors and also the plastic/metal, also in various colors.
Your original video is what I send to men that I have gifted a Midori to. Great follow up.
Wow, thanks!
your original video was one of the ones that convinced me to pull the trigger on the Traveler's Notebooks back in 2016. 6 years later it's still my go to system. I too prefer my passport to my regular size to be honest, but now I rotate the covers between Black & Camel for passport size; Black, Camel, & Olive for Regular Size
Nice! I'm glad that original review was helpful.
Why is this video 14 fps?
It’s not.
@@GameKeyModSquad-hr4ln yeah it is. Look at it
@@paulpruleslooks like the original footage was slowed down, looks normal at 1.25 speed
He shot at a different frame rate to the one he used to edit the video. So now it’s missing frames.
This video made me cry... I love this.
I use my passport size as a wallet - using the sleeve to hold my license and cards while holding bills in the middle with the elastic band.
You got me into this habit and I can't help loving your stationary content. I have yet to start pipe smoking, but you did inspire me to get a pipe, if only for the aesthetics.
Thank you so much for everything.
My pleasure! I'm glad you've found the videos helpful!
I too used it as a wallet/notebook but since I work in a kitchen and it's not comfortable keeping it in my back pants pocket I've downgraded to just taking my credit card and bus pass with me.
I tend to overdo things and seeing your slim notebook has me wanting to downsize my midory and bring it back.
Always had the problem of having a massively thick wallet which just turned into a massively thick midory...
Not to mention that two guys walked up to me behind a mall and definitely tried to intimidate and it looked like they wanted to rob me, that's the day I decided no more thick wallets in the back pocket, I don't want to attract that kind of attention.
Bradley, I made the decision to buy a Midori Travelers Notebook back after watching your video. I am a fountain pen user and was watching a lot of videos on fountain pens, following Monday Matchup on Goulet Pens IG account, and then fell down the planner rabbit hole. It was that video (7 years ago) and how minimal and simple your set up was that helped me make the decision to buy my first Midori. I have 3 now and use them regularly. My first one was of course when the company was Midori and the next 2 are from "Travelers Company"-- The one thing that I don't like about them now is that since changing names and I believe manufacturing changes, the leather is not as nice as the originals, the newer ones do not age the same. Anyway, it was nice to see this update from you, thanks for posting! Also, have you ever considered buying the Travelers Company Fountain Pen that Brian Goulet seems to love as his pocket EDC? I'm curious to hear how you like the Kaweco Lilliput when you've had it for a bit. Hope you share your options on it. I've always considered buying one, but never have. Have a nice day!
Thanks for watching! I've heard the same thing about the change in leather quality from a few people. I may need to get a new one to compare.
The Midori fountain pen was definitely one I looked at. I may just have to check it out!
Your original videos inspired me to get one back then, so mine is also says Midori. I remember you were using brass Kaweco sports with your notebooks. Lastly, I hope you are still keeping your Japanese lesson! (I am a native Japanese speaker and enjoyed to see you studied)
Anyways, I like to see people using good items for long time so that we can really appreciate them 🎉 thanks for sharing (probably into 8years now😅)
Thanks so much for watching and for the lovely comment!
If you want a really slim fountain pen you should try out the Muji aluminum fountain pen. It's affordable and writes very smoothly too.
Seconding this! Muji also has high quality a6 & passport sized notebooks more cheaply than the TN & Field Notes inserts
I never saw the original, but I'm glad I saw this. I like that small size.
I use a brass fisher space pen. I’ve ordered a travelers (I think that’s the name) brass fountain pen from Goulet Pens to see how that would work.
NGL, that video got me into em. It's cool you were featured on Japanese TV. You made it man!
I'd been wanting a TN for years. Earlier this week I finally bought one in camel in the A5 slim size. I bought the cotton bag insert (which I thought was rather expensive for what it is, so it better last a long time!) I had a charm with a Sanrio character stashed away that I added to personalize my cover. Maybe I'll add a Tim Holtz word band sometime later down the road. I'm using my TN with a Midori paper (white) dot grid insert for book journaling. I clipped a Delike Alpha brass fp on the front of the cover So far, so good.
For people who are looking for a budget alternative, Moterm may work.
I don't know if you ever found a fountain pen you liked to use with the notebook, but Muji makes a very inexpensive aluminum-bodied fountain pen that's slimmer than an F-402. It's my daily driver fountain pen and I love it.
I was going to suggest the same. My Muji is not much fatter than a pencil and fits in any pen slot. It also has a practical, tool-like aesthetic that appeals to men, so it is a good gateway to hook them into the world of fountain pens :D It also works great, and costs way less than a Lilliput.
I usually get my inserts on Etsy (but haven’t got into fountain pens as much)
I use both the Muji fountain pen & Muji passport inserts in my TN! Works like a charm & is inexpensive
Pen? Lamy CP1! You should try it. It fits perfectly between the two cover ends and the elastic
With the kaweco lilliput it'll definitely fit inside but because there isn't a pen clip, it may fall out if you aren't careful. The plastic sleeve might be perfect for zipping up the lilliput.
I bought the clip for the Lilliput! I'll post a review of the pen soon!
There’s a clip but you have to order separately. It also fits a Pilot Kakuno.
For the ball point pen issue: maybe a noodler's Charlie fountain pen or the nib creaper would work? They seem like smaller fountain pens. Great re-review! I just ordered a full-size travelers notebook, I'm excited for it
I love the Charlie pen, but it lays down a lot of ink with its Medium nib. I've not tried it with a field notes or Moleskine, but I suspect you'd have to be mindful of which ink you used to avoid smearing
Loved your video as I am about to need a new journal and I may add something like the Midori Travelers Notebook for my on-the-go journaling/notetaking tasks. Also subscribed to your channel mostly because you obviously have a connection to Japan. I've been married to my Japanese connection for the better part of 40 years now, so I get it! Lastly, I should also follow your lead and re-engage learning the language - no good excuse for not doing so yet. Anyway, keep up the excellent work and I may come back to this video for a refresher on the fountain pens you use. Cheers and have a great day wherever you are! 😎
Thanks so much!
Some years ago, I bought the limited edition Star Ferry version of the Passport, along with plastic pockets and other inserts. I loved it so much... that I never used it! I ended up using a Leuchturm pocket size dot grid notebook. I feel far less tweaky about scuffing it up, it's a nice size, and I've used a number of Traveler's Company stickers in it.
Pro tip: Use a leather hole punch to make a hole in the center of the spine and then run the outer elastic band through it. This moves the band's knot to the spine, thus eliminating the bump under the writing surface.
I love the idea of these things and want one but the notes in your phone are infinitely more useful and practical
To some it may, but to others, Iike myself, I like the tangible writing and escaping from my phone. 😊
I've just bought a regular and a passport refill to see which size I actually like before committing to cover. Being able to keep a fountain pen in it is important to me
It's a late comment, I only now came across this post. I use the attachment pen holder, and have a Fischer Space pen in it. It is very compact in the closed position and works really well with the book, without bulking it up.
Nice update. I'm surprised that we have nearly the same setup. I had a more detailed comment, but I deleted it because I think it might be better to share it in a response video at some point.
Nice to hear from you! A video response would be cool!
I made my own out of canvas and felt. Love the system! I wish the "real" ones were not real leather.
I loved your review. I'm tired of watching people focusing on the damn aesthetics, it's nonsense. I use my TN to journal and commonplacing and all I need for that is a black pen and a ruler.
Muji actually has passport size notebooks. They come in blank, dotted and grid. They’re cheaper at around 3 bucks a booklet! I use them and the paper stock is good with fountain pens as well!
The clip on the Moleskine pen 🖊 is designed to clip onto the Moleskine notebook cover ..works for me.
With Midori, unless you were someone who either already knew or didn’t give a flying care, you would most likely atleast ask what it is as Midori could be anything. Sounds like a name that could be slapped on a cocktail or a new airline service. With “Travellers company” it just makes it sound like some blow up, on the go, sex doll
Did you modify the elastic in this size too? I watched your video of that and did that to my full size, but I just picked up the passport size and started looking for videos on how people set up theirs. Then I saw your video and was curious if you did that. It looked like you didn’t but I wasn’t sure.
I’m surprised you don’t use it as a wallet, too. I also just used the kawaco fountain pens and put it on the side (without a pen holder).
Try to grab an Pilot Birdie pen or an twin. They are decent small size pens that could fit that traveler.
I like how the channel is called stuff and things ...
I’d highly suggest checking out Maurice Moves channel on here. He has an interesting pen clip on the from and uses the Lamy fountains. I’d also recommend the Zebra Expandz pens if you’re after something more compact for pocket use. Thanks for the nice review!
Thanks, will do!
You had me with the Berserk hard covers in the back lol
Hey, what if you made a side loop stitched into the back cover so that it sticks out slightly..
Some thick flat elastic band could work well
I use a Lamy Spirit Pen for my Notebook. That one fits perfectly
I know I am late to the comments but the travelers company fountain pen is amazing 😊
A pen I recommend is the pen type c since it was design to be a bookmark. I can say it is nice to write with.
I have a leather cover that holds Field Notes, a Retro 51 Tornado Rollerball fits in it nicely.
I kept the standard size and gave away the passport size. I wonder if one of those retractable fountain pens could replace that nasty ballpoint? I have envious eyes when I see the new LAMY dialogue 3.
A Lamy CP1 might be slim enough for your purpose....maybe the Meisterpoint Slim Liner? Liliput will probably work but might be too tiny, but in your pocket shouldn't be any issue with the liliput.
I love fountain pens, especially Pelicans, but for daily use and to add to my notebook like simple Bic pencils or my Parker roller. Both are very slim and easy to carry clipped to the book.
Your Passport looks to be in quite good condition for its age! Many others look worn and all scratching up. Did you ever use any leather balm or protective product? Thanks for the video!
I've never put a thing on it so far!
@@stuffandthingsyoutube Nice!
I bought both size midori's cause of your vids a few years back. Still use the full size to this day. I found the passport was too small for me. Thank you!
If you're looking for a slim fountain pen, have you considered the Lamy CP1? I think it's around the diameter of a wooden pencil.
Did you condition the leather at all or just let it ride?
Maybe I‘m a bit late for a suggestion, but look out for the Kaweco Collection! It‘s as slim as a pencil.
I likes me some stuff, and occasionally even some things..
If you have a pipe then you are likely to gravitate to a decent notebook. 👌
I love my Tasche OHTO FF-10T fountain pen for travel fountain pen needs. It's a lot like the Zebra Micro pen that they used to sell that collapsed into the cap of the pen. The OHTO Pen does the same thing and it works lovely.
Hi! I you can accept a ball pen, I would recomend Fisher Space pen, the bullet model. It is small and slim, but is extended with the cap. I think it would fit nicely in the notebook.
I've got one! Great pen!
Does the knot on the inside of the back cover ever effect when you are writing? Seems like it would be a bump.
I've never really found it an issue.
Probably it would fit a Cross Classic Century or a vintage version of that slim Cross (if you like it).
For a fountain pen in the passport size TN try an Ohto Tasche or Kaweco Liliput. Right size and medium ink flow to prevent bleed through.
Thanks for watching! I reviewed the Liliput not too long ago.
The Cavalier is very thin, just a smidge larger than an actual Bic. That would be my go to I think.
My travelers notebook scratches easily. Like simply handling it. It's dark brown and the scratches show almost flesh colour. Is that normal?
Nice. You should do a revisited video on your Alden Indy boots. That’s how I originally found you.
Superior labor pen holder ✒️❣️✨
Pilot e95s would probably work.
So you’re big in Japan!
I don't have this notebook or I would check myself, but on the subject of properly sized pens to fit it, I have some ideas: Pelikan M200 series, Waterman Expert, Pilot E95. Parker 15/Jotter (especially vintage but the newer Jotter fountain pen is acceptable.)
Try a FIsher's Space Pen (brass or black) and put a clip on it. Do you have a link where I can purchase this Traveler's Company (Midori) TRAVELER'S notebook Passport Size?
On the pen issue, they make miniature pens.
Which colour is this one? Looks lighter than the brown but darker than camel
I honestly can't stand that notebook, or the large version, and I don't have a good reason other then "I don't like it". When I reach for a small notebook, it's the Maruman Mnemosyne N197 A6. I use the large A5 version daily, and absolutely love it! For me Mnemosyne has the best paper and notebooks, for the every day occasion.
Fair enough!
4:32 Do you recall where you got the blotter paper? I use a fountain pen often, and I use paper napkins for blotting. I'd like to have actual, made-for-the-task, ink blotter paper to carry in my notebook.
It was quite a while ago, but I think it was from www.nanamipaper.com
Two words on fountain pens - Pilot Cavalier.
I got the new green Kaweco Liliput to go with my TN Passport and I just strap it on the front edge with the elastic. Works great.
does it come with a clip?
@@kookatsoonjan No, they don't come with a clip - and I'm skeptical of the add-on clips that Kaweco makes. I know I don't like the ones made for the Sport pens.
What I rarely seen mentioned in videos like this that is always an issue for me... and you are the only one to do so... the mention of carrying a pen. Putting a leather clad book into your pocket is great. But... pens don't bend in your pocket like these books do. Its actually an issue. Perhaps I need to find a bendy flexible pen? I don't know. Anyways... thanks for the vid.
Thanks for watching!
Sold me on the travelers size
About $40 on Amazon
What do you do with the books that you complete?
Try oiling or conditioning the leather
Filox make pens and propelling pencils that are an idéal size for the Passport TN
TWSBI mini-vac might do the trick
travelersnotebookpassport ...where can you buy it????
0:38 thats hilarious 😂👍
Lilliput is gonna be perfect
Can field notes fit in the midori?
what is the name of the notebooks you enter internally? could you leave us a google link or amazon link... thanks
Sorry if you mentioned it in the video, but is this the Camel version? Thanks
Dude, just use a ranger-band. I cut original closure off first thing and never had an issue after....
Focus is little off :S, nice video tho!
I have a lilliput, and I've just ordered a Travelers passport notebook. How do you secure the lilliput inside the notebook? Have they made a good pair?
I just use the clip to secure it to the inside cover. Thanks for watching!
Why not just put the pen in your shirt pocket? That's what I do. I also sometimes just put it in my pants pocket. I found the Bic Stic pens, even though extremely cheap, to be good for writing.
Did you get the Liliput and did it work for you?
I did, and yes!
I’ve got three or four of them. Work well with my very small script! Enjoy your reviews, especially of notebooks! Keep up the good work!
Have you tried the Lamy CP1? Not sure if they still make them, but I'm sure it will fit. Its my daily driver at the moment.
I haven't!
@@stuffandthingsyoutube definitely worth a try I think. I'm sure some online stores carry it. Mine is almost 10 years old. Think Lamy studio, but much thinner and symmetrical.
Just watch the finish. It's a lovely matte black, but it's a brass pen so.. Scratches show! 😅
what are such notebooks used for in the modern world?
The same thing they’ve always been used for! ;-)
2:00 a7 notebook
didnt see the pen holder they offer? perfect for a kaweco sport
How do I go about buying a midori?
What is the cover you have for your Field Notes notebook?
I can't remember which one I was using in this video, but it might be this one: ruclips.net/video/ZjBFL7PLqnA/видео.html
I carry my pens in my shirt pocket!
Thank you
You're welcome!
what is this "pan am" for?
What are you using for blotter paper?
Hi!! I would like to get a midory here in Mexico city. Could you please tell where to get it??
Amazon perhaps?
Theres a Japanese carriage fountain pen, thin and short, sorry cant remeember the name
The shutter speed on your camera is off
I feel like Zebra Gel Pens are a good inbetween Ball and Fountain pens- though I’ve never got into fountain pens (for the best, they are expensive- my TN cover was already expensive as it’s a custom B6 one). I have two adhesive pen loops on my TN cover- a mechanical pencil for my sketchbook & Zebra Sarasa Grand for everything else.
Thanks for sharing!
@@stuffandthingsyoutube anytime I get to ramble about my favorite pen and journal stuff is a joy haha