This Weeks features a drawing by printmaker and artist Makoto Matsubayashi, who is based in Kochi Prefecture.

Painted with free-flowing brushstrokes, white dots stand out boldly against a black background. Though the design is refreshingly simple, with no extra embellishment, the subtle wavering and fading of the hand-drawn lines bring a gentle warmth to the overall look.

The cover has a glossy finish that enhances the contrast between the black and white, giving the design both a refined and playful feel. Take a closer look and you’ll spot something special—tiny hand-drawn flowers tucked here and there among the dots. Each one is unique, adding a whimsical touch to the minimalist design. The year 2026 is subtly stamped on the cover using blind embossing.

The book uses thin and light yet durable Tomoe River paper. It's characterized by its ability to hold ink well and provide a smooth writing experience. The Weeks book has space for writing in plans or journal entries, and it also has 71 pages of grid paper memo pages in the back (75 pages in the English edition). The back of the book contains bonus pages, including Memories 2026 and 12 Switches to Help You Focus.

English Language type

January Start

188 H x 94 W x 10 mm thickness/ H: 7.4" x W: 3.7" x T: 0.4"

weighs approx 134 g