At the beginning of the notebook pages is a list of abbreviations often used for shorthand note-taking.

The latter half of Weeks is filled with 3.55 millimeter graph paper designed with a subtle vertical line that makes it easy to draw out your schedule or take notes. Page numbers are listed on the corner of each page.



Number of memo pages:

Weeks (January start): 71 pages

Weeks English Edition (January start): 75 pages

Weeks Mega (January start only): 215 pages

Weeks Mega English Edition (January start only): 219 pages

This page is useful for measuring short sizes when you’re out and about. The edge of the page is printed with an 18 cm ruler.

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This page is exclusive to the English version.

Rank your favorites on a five-star scale. The topic is up to you: movies, books, restaurants, purchases—you name it.

You can use this 100-item list to make a list for anything you want: things to accomplish this year, books you’ve read, movies you’ve seen, snacks you’ve tried, shops you want to visit — it’s up to you!

This section explains the names and origins of solar terms that make up the 24 points in traditional East Asian lunisolar calendars. These include well-known days such as the start of spring and the winter solstice.



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This page lets you write down your currently favorite things as of 2023. We also recommend using it as a template when asking friends and family about what they like.

We’ve teamed up with broadcaster Mari Watanabe to write a list of ways you can improve your conversational skills.

This page contains a checklist of items to have ready in case of an emergency. There is also a space to list nearby evacuation zones (common in Japan), emergency contact information and topics discussed between family and friends.



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The English-version Weeks does not include this bonus page.

About the English-version Weeks

This page is exclusive to the English version. This page has a bubble you can fill in for each day of the year. Use it to track studying, working out at home, or anything else you’d like to do every day. Let this check-off sheet help you stay motivated and achieve your goals!

This table lists the year people were born, and their age in 2023 at a quick glance. The number to the left of the year is the corresponding year based on the traditional Japanese Imperial Era calendar, and to the right of their age is the character for the Chinese Zodiac. Highlighted years have the same Chinese Zodiac as 2023 (Year of the Rabbit).



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This chart features conversions between units of measurement for easy reference and calculation.



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This page includes information to further enjoy your Hobonichi Techo and an introduction to what Hobonichi does. Also contains a link to a list of Japanese articles the quotes are selected from.



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The English-version Weeks does not include this bonus page.

The address book allows you to write in the contact information for up to 6 people — especially useful if you ever forget or lose your cell phone.

Be sure to enter your contact information on the Personal Notes page in the back of your planner in case it’s misplaced.