The cover design of this elegant journal suggests a classic Basho haiku: ''White clouds of mist/Above white cherry blossoms.../Dawn-shining mountains.'' Flowering trees, calm waters, misty mountains, and muted colors make for a tranquil landscape. Subtle flecks of gold foil add shining detail. Embossing adds dimensional detailing. Inside, 160 lightly lined writing pages provide plenty of space in which to write personal reflections or record favorite quotations or poems. Smooth-finish pages takes a variety of pens beautifully. Acid-free archival-quality paper. Complementary endsheets. Gilded-gold page edging and an elegant ribbon bookmark round out this striking journal. Hardcover journal measures 6-1/4'' wide x 8-1/4'' high.