A5 Executive Journal Refillable with Card Holders for Work Anywhere
Your portable office for work, travel, and hybrid days.
Work does not stay in one place anymore—your workspace should be just as flexible. The Makata Executive Journal brings together minimalist design and exceptional functionality. Made from smooth, natural-colored water hyacinth plant leather, its premium covers house rich cream pages that are absolute heaven to write on with any medium. It is perfect for the professional who wants to take notes during meetings while organizing daily thoughts, or for the prolific artist who goes through countless sketchbooks and drawings. Equipped with built-in card slots, an ID window, and an innovative design that transforms into an iPad Mini holder, it functions as a highly versatile everyday carry. A smarter notebook and organizer for productive workdays and meaningful sustainable gifting.
See How Makata Converts from Paper Sanctuary to Digital Sleeve
Open the journal to orchestrate your daily agenda with dedicated card slots and an expansive layout ready for brainstorming. When you're ready to switch workflows, simply slide out your paper pad to reveal a protective, heat-reflective pocket perfectly tailored to secure your iPad Mini. Makata bridges analog focus and digital mobility with absolute ease.
The Standard Notebook Experience vs. The Makata Executive Journal Experience
Work Anywhere Without Staying Organized
Limited Organization
Standard notebooks often lack built-in storage for cards, IDs, and small essentials.
Loose Essentials
Business cards, IDs, and receipts easily get misplaced without dedicated slots.
Single-Purpose Design
Most notebooks only function for writing, without supporting professional workflows.
The A5 Journal Experience
Built-In Card Storage
Features 5 card slots and an ID window for quick access during meetings.
Professional Organization
Keeps business essentials neatly arranged in one executive sleeve.
Premium Blank Journal
Includes 70 leaves of smooth cream paper suitable for writing, sketching, and planning.
Your Desk, Reimagined
Imagine opening your journal and instantly having: A structured space for notes and ideas. Built-in card and ID storage for meetings. Smooth cream pages ready for writing or sketching. Everything you need for organized thinking in one place.
Corporate Executives & Advisors
For board-room leaders who need a sleek, minimalist classic organizer to track corporate minutes and securely stash badges and business cards.
Artists, Designers & Creatives
For prolific creators who sketch or paint daily, needing high-grade paper that welcomes heavy media, ink, or doodles without wearing down the outer cover.
Mobile Professionals & Consultants
For lawyers, accountants, and entrepreneurs who switch constantly between digital tablets and physical paper sheets during client meetings.
Eco-Conscious Minimalists
For sustainability advocates searching for premium, durable plant leather statement pieces that reduce environmental waste.
Corporate Gift Coordinators
For organizations seeking to distribute customizable, high-end employee gifts that showcase Filipino craftsmanship and carry a proud social history.
THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED FEATURE
CRUELTY-FREE VEGAN LEATHER COVER
Masterfully constructed from natural-toned water hyacinth plant leather, delivering an elegant, durable executive aesthetic that acts as a conversation piece.
LEFT-SLEEVE SMART STORAGE
Integrates 5 card holder slots alongside a dedicated mesh ID window, keeping credentials and credit cards accessible without an extra wallet.
PREMIUM BLANK SKETCH LEAVES
Accommodates 70 unruled sheets of rich cream paper, providing complete freedom for writing, intricate calligraphy, and sketching with zero boundaries.
STRETCHABLE ELONGATED GARTER SEAL
The flexible elastic closure band automatically adjusts its tension to adapt flawlessly whether your journal contents are light or packed thick.
ADVANCED WATER-RESISTANT SURFACE
The plant leather surface repels moisture and accidental spillage, keeping internal documents pristine—simply wipe clean with a fabric cloth.
ARTIST-FRIENDLY COVER SURFACE
Natural vegan grain acts as a premium canvas; apply watercolor primers, sketch with markers, or request laser engraving for personalized touches.
OUR COMMITMENT
Sustainability Story
This is a vivid representation of how water hyacinth affects communities in the Philippines — from disrupted fishing livelihoods and clogged waterways to flooding, transport problems, and water-related diseases. Jacinto & Lirio transforms this invasive plant into purposeful plant leather goods that support livelihood, sustainability, and Filipino craftsmanship.
JACINTO AND LIRIO
About Jacinto & Lirio
Jacinto & Lirio is a Philippine-based social enterprise that creates beautifully handcrafted water hyacinth vegan leather goods. Each piece combines Filipino craftsmanship, functional design, and a sustainability story that makes it meaningful for retail buyers, corporate gifting, event giveaways, and branded merchandise.
- Corporate and promotional giveaways: PR kits, client appreciation gifts, anniversary giveaways, product launches, brand seeding kits, and seasonal or year-round client and stakeholder gifts.
- Event essentials: Conference kits, virtual event kits, awards, speaker tokens, certificate holders, and other event giveaways.
- Travel accessories: Functional travel-ready pieces designed for daily use, business trips, and meaningful gifting.
- Office desk accessories: Professional desk items that bring sustainability, Filipino craftsmanship, and purpose into the workplace.
- Stationery: FSC-certified papers and soy-based ink stationery for thoughtful, sustainable writing and gifting.
- Bags and wallets: Practical lifestyle pieces made for work, travel, everyday use, and premium gifting.
- Home & living items: Wall art, wall paper, décor pieces, and functional home accessories
- Water hyacinth-based products: A wide range of functional products made from upcycled water hyacinth.
- HR gifts and kits: New hire kits, employee appreciation gifts, company badge holders, and other workplace gifting essentials.
- Restaurant accessories: Menu holders, coasters, bill holders, aprons, and other branded dining accessories.
- Hotel accessories: Do-not-disturb signs, key card holders, tent card holders, wall art, desk pads, folders, newlywed his-and-hers gifts, welcome gifts for guests, hotel slippers, and other hospitality items.
OUR IMPACT: BEYOND SUSTAINABILITY
ECO-REUSE
Transforming invasive water hyacinth into premium, circular products for your workspace.
SOCIAL IMPACT
Fostering sustainable livelihoods through master craftsmanship in vulnerable communities.
ENDURING QUALITY
Designed for longevity, utility, and a minimal ecological footprint.
SUPPORT LOCAL
Empowering Filipino artisans through purposeful, Philippine-made gifts.
Your corporate gifts are not just items; they are visible statements of your brand's commitment to a healthier planet.
FOR BUSINESSES
ELEVATE YOUR BUSINESS WITH CONSCIOUS GIFTING
Elevate your corporate gifting with premium, sustainable products that carry both function and story.
Recommended for:
- CSR, ESG-ALIGNED, AND SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
- HIGH-PROFILE CONFERENCES, GLOBAL SUMMITS, AND PREMIUM
ENGAGEMENTS - VIP CLIENT APPRECIATION AND STRATEGIC PARTNER RECOGNITION
Why companies choose us:
- AMPLIFIES COMPANY CSR
- CURATED PRODUCT SELECTION
- BESPOKE PERSONALIZATION
- BRAND INTEGRATION
- WHITE-GLOVE PACKAGING
- FLAWLESS DELIVERY
Corporate Solutions
Customization Options
Tailor your order to your brand
We offer comprehensive customization services to ensure your corporate gifts perfectly represent your brand.
- Personalized Packaging
- Curated Gifting Service
- Logo and artwork personalization available in various custom finishes, including laser engraving, embossing/debossing, embroidery, flower lamination, and more.
- Logo Placement Options: Metal, Wooden Patch, Embroidered Patch, Deboss on Faux Leather, Laser Engraving, UV Print and more
How It Works
Corporate Order Process
From inquiry to delivery, our team helps you prepare a corporate gift program that is thoughtful, organized, and aligned with your goals.
PRODUCT
Stocks on hand – NO MOQ Gift Curation – Mix of leathergoods with non-leathergoods Virtual Gift Cards Made to Order Designs Customized Designs – with MOQ, just send us your design to follow.
PERSONALIZATION
We can personalize with names, logos, adn artworks through engraving or colored print with no MOQ. Other customization techniques available with MOQ.
PACKAGING
Wooden Box, Card Board Boxes, Acrylic Boxes, Eco-bags, Gift wrapping and more with matching gift tags, ribbons and accents.
DELIVERY
We offer last mile delivery nationwide and worldwide. This can be either to your office or individually to your recipients.
Questions & Stories from Our Community
: It is built for a premium corporate footprint (16.83 x 21.91 cm) designed to host custom A5 perfect-bound notebook refills. For corporate orders, our team can help recommend the best options for your recipients.
Yes. Makata is designed for premium corporate gifting, especially for hybrid teams, executive kits, onboarding gifts, milestone gifts, conferences, and ESG-aligned campaigns.
Logo personalization may be available for qualified corporate or bulk orders. You may inquire about logo debossing, brand integration, message cards, and packaging options.
Minimum order quantity may depend on whether the item is on-hand, made-to-order, or customized. For made-to-order designs, minimum quantities may apply.
Sample availability may depend on current inventory. Corporate buyers may inquire with the team before finalizing a bulk order.
Makata is crafted using Philippine water hyacinth material, transforming an invasive plant into a functional and premium workspace product.
Built for Productive Workdays
The organized compartments and workstation setup make it easier to work in cafés, meetings, and travel days.
A Practical Corporate Gift
It feels premium, useful, and purposeful for employees, clients, and company events.
Designed for Business Travel
The padded structure, smart storage, and portable setup make it ideal for professionals on the move.
Useful Beyond the Event Day
Unlike ordinary giveaways, Hiraya is something recipients can use for work, travel, and daily organization.
Still deciding between a personal order or a corporate gift program? Email Us!
JACINTO & LIRIO
Give Gifts Your Brand Can Stand Behind
Upgrade your mobile workday or choose a sustainable corporate gift with daily function and purpose. Hiraya supports modern work, thoughtful gifting, and a Filipino-made sustainability story your brand can stand behind. Suitable for personal workdays, executive kits, employee gifts, onboarding programs, events, and branded corporate gifting campaigns.