“The key to Ikigai is to do what you are meant to do. You have gifts that are begging to be put to good use. Understanding Ikigai is a way to put your gifts to work, so you can enjoy their benefits.” – 3/5 stars!

Discover the secret to lasting happiness and longevity in this transformative self-help book based on the ancient Japanese, time-tested wisdom of Ikigai.

Find joy in life’s journey with Ikigai. This ancient wisdom from Okinawa, Japan, can illuminate your path to self-improvement. Okinawa, Japan is a tiny island south of the Japanese mainland where people live their life’s purpose every day. How to Ikigai explores the lifestyle choices that have led to an island full of fulfilled, long-living people.

Embrace longevity through the Ikigai philosophy. Learn to age gracefully, armed with the secrets of one of the longest-living communities on earth. By integrating Ikigai into your life, you foster an attitude of gratitude, infuse your days with happiness, and inspire purposeful living.

How to Ikigai explains a simple four-directions map for living a meaningful life. Do what you love, do what you’re good at, do what the world needs, and do what you can be rewarded for.

In this groundbreaking self-help book, you’ll

An engaging exploration of the Ikigai philosophy, offering profound insights into finding your life purposePractical steps for implementing Ikigai in your everyday life, paving the way for happiness and self-improvementPowerful narratives showcasing Ikigai in action, like the inspiring story of David Michiels

If you liked books such as Awakening Your Ikigai, My Little Ikigai Journal, or  The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, you’ll love How to Ikigai. Also, be sure to listen to Kate Hudson and Oliver Hudson’s podcast exploring Ikigai with Tim Tamashiro.

I have to admit, I’m not super impressed with this book. I picked this up randomly, and I didn’t have any expectations about it, so I wasn’t that disappointed about not getting a lot from this book.
I just think the book is a little repetitive and too generic. The author shares a lot of stories about other people finding their Ikigai… and that’s basically it. The topic is not developed with depth, so we keep reading the same thing over and over again.
But I do appreciate the tone of the book, which is hopeful and very positive! I think the goal the author intended was mostly to motivate you to find your own purpose and get inspired by other people’s stories. I just don’t think it’s a very informative book to read if you’re new to the concept.
Now, would I recommend this book? I personally think there are better books about the subject out there, so I wouldn’t tell you that this is a must-read if you want to learn more about Ikigai. I would probably recommend the book by Hector Garcia if you’re looking for a more informative book; I really liked that one.