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Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life

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INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • 2 MILLION+ COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE “Workers looking for more fulfilling positions should start by identifying their ikigai.” ―Business Insider “One of the unintended—yet positive—consequences of the [pandemic] is that it is forcing people to reevaluate their jobs, careers, and lives. Use this time wisely, find your personal ikigai, and live your best life.” ―Forbes Find your ikigai (pronounced ee-key-guy) to live longer and bring more meaning and joy to all your days. “Only staying active will make you want to live a hundred years.” —Japanese proverb According to the Japanese, everyone has an ikigai—a reason for living. And according to the residents of the Japanese village with the world’s longest-living people, finding it is the key to a happier and longer life. Having a strong sense of ikigai—where what you love, what you’re good at, what you can get paid for, and what the world needs all overlap—means that each day is infused with meaning. It’s the reason we get up in the morning. It’s also the reason many Japanese never really retire (in fact there’s no word in Japanese that means retire in the sense it does in English): They remain active and work at what they enjoy, because they’ve found a real purpose in life—the happiness of always being busy. In researching this book, the authors interviewed the residents of the Japanese village with the highest percentage of 100-year- olds—one of the world’s Blue Zones. Ikigai reveals the secrets to their longevity and happiness: how they eat, how they move, how they work, how they foster collaboration and community, and—their best-kept secret—how they find the ikigai that brings satisfaction to their lives. And it provides practical tools to help you discover your own ikigai. Because who doesn’t want to find happiness in every day? What’s your ikigai? Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin Life; Illustrated edition (August 29, 2017)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 208 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0143130722


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 27


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.6 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.9 x 5 x 7.1 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #505 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #6 in Longevity #13 in Happiness Self-Help #15 in Philosophy (Books)


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    • A Neat Introduction To What Ikigai Is...
I've heard a lot about the concept of Ikigai this year and am glad to have found this neat little book. For the beginner who knows zilch about ikigai, this book walked me through some examples of it and plenty more cases of real people in Japan who are living their ikigai (purpose for living). I think my favorite part of the book are the actual quotes/interviews with people who have lived past 100. The author(s) also does a great job of summing up how we can live our truths and embrace this concept called ikigai, so that we all have an understanding. Now, to understand ikigai, it does require (or it's at least necessary) to introduce the idea of wabi sabi and ichigo-ichi-e. I did not know why at first, but all comes full circle once you read it. This was gold! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2024 by The Blushing Bookworm
    • What an Amazing book!
The media could not be loaded. Imagine a life where your passion, profession, vocation, and mission all converge, leading you to discover your "ikigai" - your reason for being. In essence, it's your life's purpose, and finding it can be transformative. Identifying your "ikigai" involves exploring crucial factors that overlap, allowing you to unlock the secrets to a fulfilling existence. To embark on this journey, start by asking yourself these simple yet profound questions: What activities do you genuinely love to do? What are your innate strengths and talents? What can you do that others are willing to compensate you for? How can you contribute to the needs of the world around you? Though seemingly straightforward, answering these questions requires deep introspection. It may take time to uncover the layers and truly understand what ignites your passion and aligns with your core values. Diving into the essence of "ikigai," this book offers remarkable insights into a culture that embraces joy and purpose as integral elements of their existence. It reveals how this harmonious outlook keeps them youthful and motivated. By delving into these principles, you can learn how to adopt this serene and meaningful way of life. Reading this book can be a transformative experience, guiding you toward understanding your purpose, living with intention, and leading a long and fulfilling life - supported by research and commentary by the authors. Embrace the wisdom of "ikigai," and embark on a path that intertwines passion, fulfillment, and purpose. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2023 by Conscious Mind
    • Solid book
Great original book to introduce the Japanese concept of ikigai. I found it helpful and applicable to my everyday life
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025 by Customer
    • Great book!
I have listened to this book many times on audio but this hardcover is beautiful and I absolutely love the print! Well done!
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2024 by Jessyca Kean
    • Excellent introduction to ikigai
Excellent introduction to the Japanese concept of ikigai. The book also offers a taste of Okinawa culture and cuisine, including exercise habits, diet, and friendship communities.
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2025 by Amazon Customer
    • As always, it depends what you're looking for
The rather exotic sounding name of this book, ikigai, as the authors explain, is relatively straightforward. “This Japanese concept, which translates roughly as “the happiness of always being busy,” is, “like logotherapy, but it goes a step beyond.” Logotherapy, they explain, “…helps people find their purpose in life.” It is a good book. My overall rating of the book has little to do with the quality of the writing or the underlying concept. The former is quite good and the latter is valid. My rating is strictly personal and relates more to who might be considering adding it to their reading list. Not a “don’t,” for sure. More like, “understand it for what it is.” For those who are ardent fans of all things philosophical and psychological, as I am, this is a good book that plows relatively little new ground. Finding purpose in life, keeping busy, eating well, and finding connection to the world around you is important. It’s ground, however, that has been covered by many authors over the years. If you haven’t sampled of these past triumphs you will enjoy this book very much. It is a great and easily read introduction to the topics of longevity and the benefits of living in the moment. And it chronicles many of the philosophies and prior contributions to the topic, from Buddhism to Stoicism, with a stop at the Serenity Prayer. Eastern, and particularly Japanese, contributions are given extra attention. Wabi-sabi and ichi-go ischi-e, for example, are explained in some detail, but remain an overview. Relatively newer concepts like antifragility are also explained. It even covers the Six Healing Sounds introduced by Sun Simiao in the sixth century. (This one was new to me.) A lot of the book turns on Ogimi, in the Okinawa Prefecture in Japan, which holds the distinction of being the oldest village on the planet. (In that many of the residents have lived very long lives.) It’s a delightful visit. Having lived in China for nine years and having visited Japan many times over the course of more than three decades, I have a deep fondness for places like Ogimi. I’m not sure, however, that they aren’t byproducts of the totality of Japanese culture. Could they take seed in places like California or Virginia, for example? Part of my ikigai is to be a nice person and not think disparagingly of anyone. And I am not here. This book was an interesting read for me, and may be a revelational read for you. I make no judgment on that. I just give you my experience as a reader. This book would, in my opinion, make an excellent gift for anyone in your life that might need a little boost or is otherwise hard to buy for. There is absolutely nothing here that could meet with controversy or resistance. It is decidedly upbeat throughout. And that is saying a lot of good things about any book. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2017 by Gary Moreau, Author
    • I love this book.
Every once in awhile I come across a book that I plan on reading again and again. This is one of those books. It's full of great ideas about finding purpose. It's optimistic as well as educational.
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2024 by Garden Gnome

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