Working out what your purpose is in life might not seem like the best way to relax after a long day at work or studying. But if the ancient Japanese concept of ‘ikigai’ is anything to go by, it might ...

Working out what your purpose is in life might not seem like the best way to relax after a long day at work or studying. But if the ancient Japanese concept of ‘ikigai’ is anything to go by, it might ...

We live in a world full of noise: Everyone is in a rush. There's endless content. And there's more pressure to grow faster, do more and be everywhere. And yet, in all that motion, people and ...

What if you could live longer just by doing more of what you love to do most? It’s an attractive theory that finds its evidence in a community on the island of Okinawa that’s nicknamed the Village of ...

With no direct English translation, it’s a term that embodies the idea of happiness in living. Yukari Mitsuhashi explains. For Japanese workers in big cities, a typical work day begins with a state ...

We live in a time of great uncertainty, a pivotal moment in history when social and technological changes are accelerating, leaving anxiety in their wake. Polarization and isolation have weakened ...

This job has never quite ignited my passion. Well, I’m super successful in my career but have I got creative fulfilment? Heck, I am great at coding but what if I had chased my dream of becoming a ...

In recent years, Ikigai has become one of those words you hear everywhere—from wellness podcasts to productivity workshops. Some call it the Japanese secret to a long and happy life, while others ...