spiral notepad

Recently, they are also widely used as diaries or planners, and are evolving with diverse designs and formats. In particular, the culture of decorating and utilizing them in one's own way, like bullet journals or study planners, is gaining popularity worldwide.

Even in the age of widespread digital notes, the analog sensibility of handwriting is still loved because research shows it helps improve memory and develop creativity. Moreover, the act of handwriting itself is said to have a calming effect.