In this video I’m chatting all about 2026 diary + memory-keeping journals—aka the kind of books that make it easy to actually keep up with documenting life while still feeling cozy and creative at the desk. If you’re like me and you love the intersection of planning and journaling (especially in systems like Hobonichi and Travelers), this is very much that vibe: thinking through what I want my next year to look like on paper, and how I want my memories to live in a book I’ll actually want to open. I also frame it through my usual stationery lens: what formats tend to work best for memory keeping, what kinds of layouts make it easier to stay consistent, and how I personally approach setting up a diary so it doesn’t become stressful. This is for anyone who wants a practical, low-pressure way to capture everyday moments—whether you’re pairing it with fountain pens, adding little ephemera bits, or keeping it super simple and clean. The big takeaway is choosing a journal that supports your real life (not your “fantasy planner life”) so you can enjoy the process all year.