Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life

Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life

Discover the timeless wisdom behind ikigai—a Japanese concept that translates to “a reason for being.” This international bestseller explores how finding your ikigai can help you live with more joy, purpose, and vitality every single day.

Drawing on research from one of Japan’s Blue Zones—a village home to the world’s longest-living people—the authors share insights into how lifestyle, community, diet, and mindset contribute to longevity and happiness. At the heart of it all lies ikigai: the powerful intersection of what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for.

Through inspiring stories, practical exercises, and cultural wisdom, this book reveals how small daily choices and an active lifestyle can create lasting fulfillment. Learn why many Japanese never truly retire, how staying active nurtures health and happiness, and how to uncover your own ikigai to bring meaning to everyday life.

Ikigai is more than just a philosophy—it’s a guide to living with intention, balance, and joy. Whether you’re seeking purpose, clarity, or simply a happier way of life, this book offers the tools to transform your future.