3 Stationery Recommendations to Help You Organize the Moyamoya in Your Head

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There are things you have to do and things you have to think about, but they are too vague and you get stuck because you don't know where to start. What to hide This is my own story, and this is what happens because information stays in your head, where you can't see it with your own eyes. After realizing that writing them down in a visible way leads to organizing them, I've been practicing writing down and organizing the moyamoya in my head using a notebook. This time, I would like to introduce stationery that I feel is actually useful.

The ``notebook desk'' is too convenient to be placed in front of the computer

The ``notebook desk'' is a notebook sold by Daigo Co., Ltd.

The biggest feature is that the vertical width is reduced to about half the length of a general notebook, so you can place it in the space between you and the keyboard of your laptop or computer. Computers with excellent searchability are certainly convenient for searching for information, but I think that paper notebooks are the winner when it comes to organizing information and expressing your own thoughts. When using both tools, there was the problem of how to adjust the space between the two, but the notebook's adoption of a horizontally long shape solves that problem. I myself have many points that I like about this notebook, one of which is the design of the cover.

The simple "grid" logo shines without being obtrusive, and the detailed embossed stripes give the notebook a luxurious feel. In addition, I am glad that it is vinyl coated so that it can withstand long-term use. The one I use is a "grid" type, and since the grid is printed inside like this, it will serve as a mark when determining the position of the content to be written appropriately.

In addition, the fact that it opens and closes flat by thread binding makes it less stressful to use. In addition, since I am using a thick type, it has a specification of 192 pages that can be fully used, and I am happy that I do not have to run out of pages immediately and start the next notebook. The size of the notebook itself is compact, so even if it is thick, you will not feel any inconvenience when carrying it.

This "notebook desk" has a wide lineup, and there are "square", "daily", "horizontal ruled", and "list" types depending on the design of the contents, and the size is 13 inches according to the size of the personal computer. , 15-inch types are available. In addition, there are two color lineups, gray and black. The price starts from 770 yen including tax and can be purchased from Daigo Online Shop and Amazon.

"Single-sided clear case" that combines practicality and design by allowing the contents to be seen

"Single-sided clear case" is a product sold by MUJI.

Although the product name itself does not include words such as "pen case", the descriptions in stores and online shops seem to assume that it will be used as a pen case. I myself read the explanation at the store and bought it to try it out, but I'm surprised at how convenient it is. First of all, it is convenient that one side is clear so that the contents can be seen at a glance. In my case, I tend to collect black pens all of a sudden and make a mistake when taking them out with a regular pen case, but with this pen case, I don't have to worry about that.

In addition, it is interesting that the contents themselves function like the design of a pen case because the contents can be seen. I think it is a product that meets the needs of users who want to show originality that is different from others. Also, as you can see, this product has a small gusset, so I personally find it attractive that it can easily fit in a pocket in a bag.

This is because high portability, which can be taken anywhere along with a notebook, is an essential requirement for a tool for coming up with ideas.

There are two types of color lineup: white gray and black. The price is 99 yen including tax, and it can be purchased from MUJI's physical store and online store.

Useful for creating check boxes besides drawing lines "Templates"

"Templates" is also a product sold by MUJI.

Originally, I picked up this product when I was looking for a ruler that would fit in the single-sided clear case I introduced earlier, which is why I bought it. As you can see from the product name, it seems to be mainly used as a template rather than a ruler, and the purpose is to write alphabets and numbers neatly. However, since the ruler scale is also included, it is very useful as a compact ruler. You can also draw squares and circles, making it a useful product for creating check boxes. If you draw clean lines in hand-drawn letters, that alone will be a highlight, so it's useful when you want to make important parts stand out.

The price is 150 yen including tax and can be purchased from MUJI physical stores and online stores.

■Related information https://shop.daigo.co.jp/item/102827/https://www.muji.com/jp/en/store/cmdty/detail/4550002553197https://www.muji. com/jp/ja/store/cmdty/detail/4550182914887

text/Wataru KOUCHI

A paperless desk keeps your desk clean! 10-inch electronic memo pad appendix to the latest issue of DIME, useful both in the office and remotely

Did you know that the latest issue of the magazine "DIME" comes with a 10-inch large-screen electronic memo pad as an appendix?

While it is an extra-large 10-inch size that allows you to write plenty of pictures and letters, it is thin and lightweight with a thickness of 6 mm and a weight of 143 g, making it easy to carry. Moreover, it can be rewritten approximately 100,000 times. The electronic memo pad, which is thin, light, and has a large screen size, can be used not only as a notebook for meetings and telework, but also as a message board, memorandum, telephone memo, menu board, written communication tool, and even children's drawing and kanji practice. , Suguremono that can be used in a variety of ways.

Compared to DIME's special appendix 8.5 inch electronic memo pad released last November, the size difference is obvious. The writable area is greatly increased. With a thickness of 6mm and a weight of only 143g, it's easy to carry around, so I'm happy that it fits easily in a PC case. In addition, since there is a hole in the pen storage part, it can be hung on a hook and hung on the wall, and if you insert the pen into the hole at the bottom of the main unit and use it as a stand, you can also stand up the memo pad itself. It can also be used as a menu board or bulletin board.

　It is no exaggeration to say that it is a digital stationery that can be used like a paper notebook, as the dedicated pen is comfortable to write and supports delicate pen touches. Moreover, it can be rewritten about 100,000 times, making it an environmentally friendly item.

　Also, if you press the trash can button, you can erase what you have written in one shot, and there is also a lock button that allows you to temporarily save what you have written. You don't have to worry about accidentally erasing important notes or pictures you wrote.

　In particular, remote workers should be able to do their job well with a mobile PC and this memo pad. A super convenient appendix that combines practicality, functionality, and design, please purchase it at your local bookstore or convenience store.

*Sold out at major online bookstores. Please purchase at a nearby bookstore or convenience store.

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[Main contents of DIME 2/March issue]

1st special feature "Summary of hit products"

2021 34th Shogakukan DIME Trend Awards announced! A large collection of goods, things, and services that sold explosively in the corona disaster!

●Second special feature "2022 trend forecast BEST 30"

Metaverse sweeping, new corona medicine, Go To 2.0, Ghibli Park, mini LED liquid crystal, etc.

● MONEY HACKS With Corona, unstable world situation, how will it change with the Reiwa edition income doubling plan?

The latest keywords for investment 2022

● IT HACKS3G service is about to end! Looking back on the Garakei culture that colored the times!

Goodbye, our phone

●TREND WATCHING・Deodorizing and non-contact electric trash cans are the new normal!・Non-contact hotel stays are common sense in the new normal!

●OTHER CONTENTS・Scenes by Kundo Koyama・Natsumi Uga as she is・Data watching・Sociology deciphering with keywords Buzz Word・DIME LOUNGE STORE・Car Of The DIME・The secret to creating a restaurant that attracts customers 100 Articles・BOOK of month・Double-income Couple Support PROJECT・Serialization/Shortcut Work Techniques・Serialization/Let’s Go One Rank Higher! Shuichi Ikemori's Buckwheat Log

*Appendixes are not included in the electronic version.

*Sold out at major online bookstores. Please purchase at a nearby bookstore or convenience store.

■Related information https://dime.jp/

Sentence / DIME editorial department