I really enjoyed being immersed in the memories of your trip from years ago! The way you described the story felt like I was watching the conversation play out scene by scene.
I have a nighttime routine of writing in the 5-year Hobonichi techo - no particular structure, no template, just writing down what happened that day, whatever comes to mind. It takes just a few minutes to compile the mundane moments and I can't wait to read them back as I continue to fill it in the years to come. You're right that at the core of it, pen and paper is all you need to keep a journaling practice.
Your evening 5-year Hobonichi techo routine sounds lovely. I love how we are sharing low key ways to enjoy this hobby/legacy.
Imagine your next 5 year Hobonichi and the one after that to look back on? If your family is ever feeling inquisitive, they'll have a everything they need in a few tidy and beautiful heirloom journals.
I just finished recording this piece and I contemplated turning the "scene" into an actual immersive experience by getting friends to become voice actors, playing out Sensei and Bartenders. I am glad you tracked with me along the way simply by reading. As always, thank you for reading Chelsea.
"We don’t need fancy stationery, beautiful handwriting, or decorations that the hobby is now known for. All of that can come later. For now, simply write."
I read (and listen to) this as I am on my way to buy my first travellers at an exorbitant price.
I treasure the journals I write whenever we go back to Japan. There are so many memory triggers riddled within the pages, and I enjoy going back to them and sharing with my partner and kids. "Remember when you did this?" "Mama used to always go here." They always begin great discussions.
I really enjoyed being immersed in the memories of your trip from years ago! The way you described the story felt like I was watching the conversation play out scene by scene.
I have a nighttime routine of writing in the 5-year Hobonichi techo - no particular structure, no template, just writing down what happened that day, whatever comes to mind. It takes just a few minutes to compile the mundane moments and I can't wait to read them back as I continue to fill it in the years to come. You're right that at the core of it, pen and paper is all you need to keep a journaling practice.
Your evening 5-year Hobonichi techo routine sounds lovely. I love how we are sharing low key ways to enjoy this hobby/legacy.
Imagine your next 5 year Hobonichi and the one after that to look back on? If your family is ever feeling inquisitive, they'll have a everything they need in a few tidy and beautiful heirloom journals.
I just finished recording this piece and I contemplated turning the "scene" into an actual immersive experience by getting friends to become voice actors, playing out Sensei and Bartenders. I am glad you tracked with me along the way simply by reading. As always, thank you for reading Chelsea.
"We don’t need fancy stationery, beautiful handwriting, or decorations that the hobby is now known for. All of that can come later. For now, simply write."
I read (and listen to) this as I am on my way to buy my first travellers at an exorbitant price.
I treasure the journals I write whenever we go back to Japan. There are so many memory triggers riddled within the pages, and I enjoy going back to them and sharing with my partner and kids. "Remember when you did this?" "Mama used to always go here." They always begin great discussions.
Your dialogue triggered and reminded me that I need to double down. We once wrote letters, in journals, or printed snapshots to anchor us.
Our hurried lives leaves us with little time for this and I have no idea what happens to photos backed up on the cloud if they are not printed.
Imagine the same dialogue "Mama used to always go here" when we are old, grey, and forgetful.