Japanese Lifestyle

Ancient, time-tested wisdom: Okinawa, Japan, is a tiny, tiny island south of the Japanese mainland where people live their life's purpose every day. How is it possible for so many to live each day in such meaningful ways? The Okinawan concept of Ikigai. Magical reality come to life: David Michiels stuttered severely well into his adulthood. In clinical terms, his stutter was difficult to treat. But David started to work in a liquor store. Before long, his focus turned to one specific section of the sales floor: the scotch section.

Age Well, Master the Japanese Way Feel Strong, Think Sharp, and Radiate Energy—No Matter How Many Candles on Your Cake ❌ Tired of those all-or-nothing health fads that leave you exhausted and disappointed? ❌ Anxious about declining energy, brain fog, or mounting aches as the years go by? ❌ Fed up with juggling conflicting “anti-aging” advice and pricey treatments? Pause—and imagine living vibrantly, with less worry and more joy, at every stage of life. This guide reveals Japan’s best-kept longevity secrets—focusing on practical, everyday habits rather than drastic ...

What if the secret to a longer, healthier life was already known—and practiced every day on a small island in Japan? Okinawa is one of the world’s five “Blue Zones,” regions where people live far longer than average. But it’s not just about genetics. It’s about how they live, what they eat, and why they get up in the morning. In this quick but powerful exploration, you'll learn: The key foods of the Okinawan diet How elders in their 90s maintain purpose and community What hara hachi bu and ikigai really mean—and why they matter How lifestyle, mindset, and connection may matter...

Every moment in our life happens only once, and if we let it slip away, we lose it forever - an idea captured by the Japanese phrase ichigo ichie (pronounced itchy-GO itchy-A). Often spoken in Japan when greeting someone or saying goodbye, to convey that the encounter is unique and special, it is a tenet of Zen Buddhism and is attributed to a 16th-century master of the Japanese tea ceremony, or "ceremony of attention", whose intricate rituals compel us to focus on the present moment.

Read on to discover why Japanese minimalism could be the secret to your best life yet! Do you: Want to get to your deathbed with a smile on your face instead of regrets in your heart? Wish to pursue the things that stir your heart, not what your parents, family, or society expect of—or want—for you? Desire to live a simple life governed and driven by your genuine aspirations instead of superficial wishes, consumerism, and societal indoctrination? If so, embracing the principles of Japanese Minimalism and making them part of your daily life can help you live a simple, happy life where ...

Ken Honda—Japan’s #1 bestselling personal development guru—teaches you how to achieve peace of mind when it comes to money with this instant national bestseller. Too often, money is a source of fear, stress, and anger, often breaking apart relationships and even ruining lives. We like to...

In Hara Hachi Bu Lifestyle, you’ll discover the timeless Japanese practice of eating until you’re 80 percent full—a powerful tradition from Okinawa, the region with one of the highest life expectancies in the world. Rooted in balance, mindfulness, and self-respect, Hara Hachi Bu is not a diet. It’s a lifestyle—one that supports gentle weight loss, improved digestion, emotional clarity, and graceful aging.

The Warrior Lifestyle is the last installment of the award-winning Warrior Wisdom Series. This amazing book has been dubbed as highly inspirational and motivational by many of today's top martial artist. This motivational book will guide you through what it takes to live a life of honor. This insightful book guides you to live a lifestyle of character, honor, and integrity. Don't settle for an ordinary life; make your life extraordinary! This amazing series has been honored by four martial arts hall of fame organizations for its inspirational and motivational qualities. The ancient and ...

Wa means harmony, a central tenet at the heart of the Japanese belief that to live well is to live in balance. In this book, wellness expert Kaki Okumura shares the practices and psychology behind Wa and the Japanese health secrets that allow anyone, at any point in their life, to improve and sustain their health. Her method to bring Wa into your life is based on four pillars: nourish, move, rest, and socialize.

Fold your way to happiness through the inspiring philosophy of Senbazuru—the tradition of folding one thousand paper cranes—with a leading voice in the global mindfulness movement as your guide. In Japan, the paper crane is a symbol of peace, hope, and healing. It is considered the "bird of...

大事なことは、自分の頭で考えよう！２１の問いを通して「哲学」がまなべる１冊。齋藤先生が１０歳のこどもに贈る、「１０歳のミッション」シリーズの第５弾。

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人生は選択の連続。 自立の第一歩は“自分で選ぶこと”だ！AIに頼らず選択できる子になるための１冊。本書では、齋藤先生流〈物事を選ぶときのヒント〉を20収録しました。

この“ミッション"は、かならずキミの自信になる!教科書には載っていない、人生をささえてくれる31の行動。