The Jibun Techo, (ジブン + 手帳) meaning “planner for myself,” is thoughtfully designed to support not only yearly planning but lifelong reflection.

Created as a personal companion rather than just a schedule book, it embodies the concept of documenting “myself” — a planner made for both daily organization and the quiet recording of one’s journey through time.

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This year’s edition joins forces with Kyoto-based textile brand SOU·SOU — a celebration of Japanese craftsmanship and seasonal beauty. Each cover reflects a sense of heritage and modern style, making the planner both elegant and personal.

Each set includes a special edition SOU・SOU sticker sheet, featuring matching patterns and playful designs. Perfect for decorating the cover, adding charming details to your life log, or personalising your planner in your own way.

Features of the Jibun Techo DAYs

Responding to user feedback, the 2026 Jibun Techo DAYs now comes in a complete one-year format, replacing the previous two-book (six-month) structure. This refined design keeps everything you need for the entire year in a single, easy-to-use notebook. It is lighter to carry, simpler to reference, and more cohesive for documenting your daily life.

24-Hour Timeline Down the Center

Each daily page features a T-shaped 24-hour timeline running down the center, elegantly dividing the spread into two halves. This thoughtful layout allows you to keep two parallel logs side by side, such as work and personal schedules, or task lists and reflections, offering the freedom to customise your day exactly as you need.

Additional spaces are included for noting the weather, meals, or daily moods, turning routine records into meaningful reflections of how each day unfolds.

Dates and days are printed on the top

A common challenge with traditional daily planners is losing track of where you are in the week. The Jibun Techo DAYs solves this elegantly. Each page clearly displays the day and date at the top, along with a horizontal weekly bar that highlights your position within the week.

This thoughtful detail makes it effortless to stay oriented as you move through your days and plan ahead.

Special paper developed for Jibun Techo

The planner uses KOKUYO’s original THIN paper, specially developed for the Jibun Techo series. This unique paper is lightweight yet durable, with minimal show-through even when using fountain pens or erasable ink. Its smooth texture and resistance to warping ensure a pleasant writing experience every day.

Included sections & extras

3-year calendar

Get an overview of three consecutive years at a glance, perfect for tracking long-term plans, anniversaries, and recurring events.

Yearly schedule

Plan ahead with the yearly schedule spread. Use it to map out major projects, exams, holidays, and milestones so you can work backwards and pace yourself throughout the year.

List of _____ / Customisable list

Features flexible “freelist” pages, ideal for creating your own themed lists such as cafés to visit, books to read, movies to watch, or gifts received.

Monthly log and habit tracker

Each month features a two-page spread combining a calendar view and habit tracker, letting you monitor your routines and track progress at a glance. The lower section can be used for process notes or reflections.

This Year’s Goals & Events

A dedicated spread to record your yearly goals alongside notable events for each month, helping you maintain balance and perspective throughout the year.

List of 100 things

A motivational space to write down 100 things you want to achieve or experience this year, encouraging a positive and reflective mindset every day.

Monthly index page

Before each month begins, an index page allows you to summarise goals, highlights, and themes, making it easier to stay organised and focused.

Looking back on this year

Conclude your planner journey by reflecting on the past twelve months. Summarize key moments or lessons learned to capture the essence of your year.

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This planner is not only a tool for organising information and documenting your days, but also an invitation to discover more about yourself through mindful reflection and creative journaling.

Schedule Periods: January 2026 - December 2026

Cover: Clear PVC (with special design)

Inserts: Kokuyo THIN paper (52 gsm)

Sizes: A5 Slim (H 217 × W 136 mm) / B6 Slim Mini (H 190 × W 120 mm)

Designed by Hideaki Sakuma

Made in Japan

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Kokuyo Jibun Techo DAYs 2026