What is the hand account in animation?

There is a very interesting phenomenon in Japan. Men, women and children carry a notebook called "Manual" with them and take it out anytime and anywhere to write something. If you want to reach an agreement with him (her), the other party must show his (her) account first. In Japan, where communication technology is so advanced, it is really surprising that everyone relies on such primitive recording methods.

If you don't see it with your own eyes, it is really hard for foreigners to believe the importance of "hand account" to the Japanese. Manual is not a simple memo, except to remind yourself of the birthdays and appointments of some family members, friends and customers, and more importantly, to arrange your daily work and life, with the function of keeping a diary. Most of the manuals are beautifully made, with calendars and pens, which can hold some business cards and pieces of paper. Different page divisions have super sorting function to meet different types of needs. For example, the housewife's special hand account will include the content of housekeeping expenses. In a word, Japan can do anything. No wonder a small notebook makes businesses pay enough attention to it. Especially in recent years, the craze for hand accounts has been heating up. Apart from appearing in magazines as a special topic, it has also risen to the "philosophy of hand accounts" in writers' works, and there is even a saying that "the use of hand accounts determines your life". Isn't it a bit exaggerated?

It's the end of the year in Japan, and it's time to sell calligraphy. Large and small department stores, supermarkets, bookstores, convenience stores, etc. Set up counters one after another, filled with colorful handbooks that dazzle you. Burberry, Gucci, Prada and many other internationally renowned brands. Also aimed at this market, they have launched their own personalized manuals. There are different sizes, designs, brands, prices and pages to choose from, and there is always one for you. Anyone who likes to be different should make an out-of-print notebook by himself. How to start a new year without a hand account?

Are Japanese forgetful? It should be said that they like to do things step by step, and everything is planned in advance and then confirmed repeatedly. Even between family members. This may be a manifestation of the Japanese "islander character". Being in a geographical position where earthquakes and typhoons may occur at any time, only by taking precautions can you have a good sleep at night.