Kakebo: The Japanese Art of Mindful Spending – A Proven Method to Save Money and Live a Happier, Healthier Life
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Control your spending, save money, regain peace of mind, and make your life happier and healthier with Kakebo —the traditional Japanese method of money management that is still widely used today. Having enough money to live is one of the most important factors affecting our health. Trying to balance expenses—utility bills, housing, healthcare, food, and for many, the costs of raising children (not to mention paying for college!)—leaves us worried and stressed. But there is a solution: Kakebo , a practical, proven method that helps you keep track of every penny, manage spending, and save up to thirty percent more! With this invaluable guide you’ll interact with your spending every day for two years, and learn how to manage your personal budget. Designed like a diary, it allows you to record all your daily expenses week by week so you can see exactly where your money goes. Each day is divided into four categories: 1. primary needs—food, personal hygiene, children; 2. optional needs—shopping, cosmetics, gifts; 3. culture and free time—restaurants, books, entertainment; and 4. extras/foreseeable expenses—such as travel, repairs, tuition, and taxes. Kakebo begins with setting a monthly budget. At the beginning of each month, enter your fixed incoming funds and outgoing expenses, and set a savings target. Then, each day, record your various expenses. By keeping close tabs on what you’re spending, you’ll be able to identify the waste and see the most significant areas where adjustments can be made. Kakebo also offers practical and motivating tips that teach you how to save more successfully. Kakebo isn’t just about money—it helps to develop self-awareness, self-discipline, and self-esteem, and promotes peace of mind. Best of all, you can begin any time of year—individually marking the months and days without wasting any pages. Plus, its simple yet inviting for-color graphics help you break down each expense and easily identify see where adjustments need to be made. Review: Great for the mental strain budgeting can seem like - I bought one of the "used" options for a little cheaper. It showed up a week earlier than I expected and I think it was marked as used simply because in the back it has calendars that are old. The calendars are completely unnecessary though. Nothing else in the book has dates. It has several pages in the front explaining how to effectively use it. It's layout appears to be clear and simple. I love that it has questions prompts to encourage you to really think about where your money is going. I have yet to actually use it seeing how I just got it yesterday. But I'm already recommending it to friends and family. I couldn't be more pleased with a budget book I think. Review: Step 1: where to start? - I love this book. I started this book 3 months ago and I plan to continue. It really breaks it down to help you start even if you do Not feel yet committed to try. It already has spaces to write for you to input your numbers and advise tips to encourage you to meet your goals that you fill in at the beginning of each month. Wanting to start somewhere to record, track, and discover where the heck your money is disappearing. Try this!
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J**E
Great for the mental strain budgeting can seem like
I bought one of the "used" options for a little cheaper. It showed up a week earlier than I expected and I think it was marked as used simply because in the back it has calendars that are old. The calendars are completely unnecessary though. Nothing else in the book has dates. It has several pages in the front explaining how to effectively use it. It's layout appears to be clear and simple. I love that it has questions prompts to encourage you to really think about where your money is going. I have yet to actually use it seeing how I just got it yesterday. But I'm already recommending it to friends and family. I couldn't be more pleased with a budget book I think.
S**H
Step 1: where to start?
I love this book. I started this book 3 months ago and I plan to continue. It really breaks it down to help you start even if you do Not feel yet committed to try. It already has spaces to write for you to input your numbers and advise tips to encourage you to meet your goals that you fill in at the beginning of each month. Wanting to start somewhere to record, track, and discover where the heck your money is disappearing. Try this!
C**E
Lovely quality!
This review is purely for the book quality, and not the method, as I am writing this review on the eve of 2026, right before I start filling in my info! So far, the quality of the journal is great! Much nicer paper quality than I had been expecting, so it feels like a true journal waiting to be written in! The pages are smooth and a fair thickness (I feel like it would ghost, so, I'll be starting with pencil until I'm brave enough to try pens and marker). It has a monthly spread, then 5 weeks to record spending (Mon-Sun format). It would be easy to white out categories you don't need, or print labels, but you'll have to write small! Each month ends with a summary of expenses before a new undated month starts. I love that it is undated/unlabeled, so you truly can start wherever you want or pause and pick it up again if needed (12 months provided). My goal for 2026 is to be more mindful with my spending so I stop dipping into my savings. I really liked the idea of the Kakeibo method, though it is hard to find journalers making videos about it on YouTube (for research), so I am glad the first few pages break down all of the categories to guide you through setup and use. The last pages in the book are annual summaries-- I really hope I can stick with this kakeibo journal, as it will really help to maintain a budget and just see where I am spending my money. *EDIT* I used a Tombow Dual tip, Micron fine tip, and Tombow Fudenosuke -- NO bleeding, and basically no ghosting either!!
T**P
2019 and 2020 edition?
Kakebo is a good concept and keeps me on my toes. The one complaint I have is the calendars included in the back are from 2019 and 2020. Having the calendars are a welcomed addition, so it should at least be more current.
L**Y
Finances
Muy lindo.
A**R
Great way to keep track of spending.
If you need to or want to be more fiscally responsible, this is a great journal of sorts to do that. Heads-up though, the years listed in the back of the book range from 2021-2022. This doesn't affect how the rest of the book is formatted.
S**Y
Been using these for years
I've used Kakeibos for budgeting for a very long time. I started by accident when I bought one thinking it was just a calendar from Japan and after translating everything I got my start. When I could no longer get the other one, I found this one and it has been a life saver. Very much recommended for anyone trying to get their crap together, and for those who have low income and want a way to manage what you have.
M**S
Durable and most intuitive!
Best, intuitive indie kakeibo system I know of! Can't wait to fill it up and buy another. Have mine for almost a year and it's durable logbook!
V**A
Ottimo metodo per tracciare le spese.
Ho acquistato questo diario kakebo per tracciare le spese mensili e sono molto soddisfatta dell’acquisto. Il volume e in INGLESE, ma di facile comprensione. Non è datato, quindi si può usare anche a partire da mesi diversi. Formato piccolo e buona qualità delle pagine. Lo consiglio.
S**A
It came fast. Damaged corners
Colorful pages and easy to comprehend how to use the book.
L**S
Conforme
Produit conforme au descriptif. Ce kakebo en anglais est le même que celui en français. Dommage que ce livre n'est pas été réédité... car il est bien utile au quotidien (je l'utilise depuis 3 ans déjà, il aide vraiment à voir où l'on est au niveau de ces comptes).
A**E
The calendar is not updated
I really love kakebo book, it helps me with my financial habits. Everything is good. But what I don't like is the calendar, to the end es 2019-2020 calendar 🫠
グ**レ
It's good
It's good to follow
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