The Little Book of Ikigai

The essential Japanese way to finding your purpose in life.

by Ken Mogi

The Little Book of Ikigai

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Ikigai is a Japanese mind-set that is commonly understood as ‘the reason to get up in the morning’. It is at the heart of the Japanese’s longevity in life, their appreciation of sensory beauty and their inherent mindfulness.

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