According to Japanese tradition, everyone has an ikigai, and finding it is believed to lead to a longer, more fulfilling life. It is about finding the joy in the daily, small moments as well as the overarching purpose of your existence. The Four Pillars of Ikigai (The Ikigai Venn Diagram)
Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Joyful Life | The Government of Japan ikigai.pdf
The popularity of ikigai exploded internationally following the 2016 publication of Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles. The book became an international bestseller, selling over 2 million copies worldwide and earning praise from Forbes , Business Insider , and other major publications. According to Japanese tradition, everyone has an ikigai,