Erin Niimi Longhurst ; illustrations by Ryo Takemasa.
San Francisco, California :
Chronicle Books,
2018.
288 pages :
color illustrations ;
19 cm
Includes index.
Kokoro (The heart and mind) -- Karada (The body) -- Shukanka (Forming the habit).
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"With the longest healthy life spans in the world, Japanese people understand the art of living well. This beautiful book distills traditional Japanese philosophies intrinsic to wellbeing, providing easy-to-follow exercises to inspire those who want to live a happier, more balanced life. With sections on kokoro (heart and mind) and karada (body), plus a guide on how to form and nurture good habits, the book includes entries on ikigai (living with purpose), wabi-sabi (the beauty of imperfection and impermanence), shinrinyoku (forest bathing), ikebana (the art of flower arranging), and much more"--Publisher's description.