The Ikigai Podcast
Nick Kemp from Ikigai Tribe reveals what ikigai truly means to the Japanese and how you can find it to make your life worth living. Discover how you can find meaning, purpose, and joy in your day to day living, with this podcast. From interviews with professors, authors and experts to case studies of people living their ikigai, you'll learn about the power of rituals, why having a daily morning routine is vital, how to find your confidence, how to improve your relationships, and why you should start a meaningful online business. Hit the subscribe button, and get ready to find your ikigai.
Episodes
114 episodes
What Ikigai Really Means: Insights from Japanese Culture with Minako Horaguchi
Meaning doesn’t have to shout to be real. In this conversation with educator and certified life coach Minako Horaguchi, we re-center ikigai where it belongs: in the small daily moments that make life feel worth living—morning coffee in quiet li...
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41:55
Applying Japanese Wisdom in Counselling with Ai Kihara
"I believe when I sleep at nighttime I die. Then when I wake up I got a new life." These powerful words from Ai Kihara set the tone for a profound conversation about finding meaning through Japanese wisdom traditions.Based in Auckland, ...
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58:50
The Transformative Effects of Sound Therapy With Nanako Aramaki
What happens when your body can no longer endure the crushing weight of corporate expectations? For Nanako Aramaki, a Japanese-Canadian marketing executive in Tokyo, the answer came through panic attacks, hives, hair loss, and finally, a comple...
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55:16
Finding and Feeling Ikigai at Work with Kensuke Yamamoto
What if work wasn't something we simply endured, but instead became a vibrant source of meaning and purpose? Kensuke Yamamoto, senior consultant at Vanto Group, joins us to challenge the deeply ingrained assumption that work must be an obligati...
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How Ikigai Leads to a Life of Personal Excellence with Andriana Ubunuki Kalfa
What gives meaning to your life when faced with loss and challenge? For Andriana Ubuduki-Kalfa, the answer emerged at her mother's funeral when a Japanese friend approached her about meeting her daughter, saying simply: "she was your mother's i...
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43:55
The Four Secrets to Longevity with Sachiaki Takamiya
What if the secret to living longer isn't found in cutting-edge supplements or complex biohacking, but in the timeless wisdom of Japanese rural communities? In this revealing conversation, 63-year-old biohacker and Ikigai Diet expert Sachiaki T...
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58:24
Ikigai Decisions: Aligning Your Life with What Matters Most with Christopher Tan
What happens when a successful financial advisor abandons commissions to build an ethical wealth management company? Christopher Tan takes us through his remarkable journey from sleeping on his family's living room floor to founding Provident, ...
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Episode 108
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1:00:01
The Rolefulness Book: Why We Wrote It and What We Hope It Brings You
In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick welcomes back Daiki Kato to explore their new book on rolefulness—a concept that empowers people to live more intentionally by embracing meaningful roles in everyday life.
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Episode 107
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45:12
Ikigai Musing With Rock Legend Sunplaza Nakano Kun
Ready to let ikigai rock your world?In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Sunplaza Nakano Kun to explore how his music captures the spirit of ikigai and inspire...
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Episode 106
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1:04:52
Finding Clarity Through Zazen with Tosei Shinabe
How can we quiet our minds in a chaotic world?In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Tosei Shinabe about how Zen meditation offers a path to deep contemplation and inner stillness amidst the noise of modern life.
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Episode 105
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1:16:10
Quiet Moments: Finding Peace in the Ritual of Tea with Dairik Amae
What can a single sip of tea reveal?In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Dairik Amae on how the simple act of drinking tea can become a doorway to stillness.
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Episode 104
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59:20
Nature, Rituals, and Kami: Discovering the Essence of Shinto with Taishi Kato
Shinto, Japan's indigenous religion, is strongly rooted in animism, with Japanese believing that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence. Shinto does not have a single creator or specific doctrine, and instead ex...
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Episode 103
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1:06:11
Exploring Fourth Spaces: Where Personal Growth and Meaning Meet with Tomoe Ueyama and Gloria Tam
Where is your place to cultivate meaningful connections and personal growth?In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Tomoe Ueyama and Gloria Tam to explore how fourth spaces can help people build authentic relationships an...
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Episode 102
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1:02:37
Ikigai and Loss: Finding Meaning in Life’s Hardest Moments
How have you handled loss in your life?In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with June Kashio to explore how embracing Ikigai can provide meaning, resilience, and healing during times of loss.
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Episode 101
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1:12:49
The Spark of Life: Using Ikigai to Inspire and Empower Others with Katie Sandoe
What gives you energy? What is the spark that lights your fire?In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Katie Sandoe to explore how ikigai can inspire and energize people, helping them rediscover passion and purpose.
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Episode 100
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1:01:33
Sailing Into Life with Purpose: Navigating Your True Calling with Martin Krafft
Where does life lead us?Life is a journey, and with the right guidance, it can steer us toward our true calling.In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Martin Krafft about his transition from a life at sea to profe...
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Episode 99
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47:17
Thinking Through the Body: Cultural Perspectives on Embodied Intelligence with Igor de Almeida
How can we gain a deeper understanding of foreign concepts like ikigai and saudade?While these concepts can be challenging to define, our bodily sensations can offer valuable insights into their deeper meanings.In this episode of ...
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Episode 98
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1:28:16
The Outdoors as a Catalyst for Personal Growth and Discovery with Cory McGowan
What can we gain from spending time outdoors?While nature is commonly linked to well-being, it also serves as a powerful tool for personal growth and transformation.In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Cory McGo...
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Episode 97
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57:38
Discovering Ikigai: Making Life Worth Living After Losing Everything To War with Myroslava Marchenko
How do you rebuild your life after losing everything?Coping with loss is one of life’s greatest challenges, yet there are paths to recovery that can help us heal and move forward. One such path is discovering a sense of ikigai.In ...
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Episode 96
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1:05:00
Motivation Through the Brush: How Calligraphy Sparks Inspiration with Naoko Mikami
Can artwork inspire us?Beyond mere decoration, art forms like calligraphy have the unique ability to evoke feelings of motivation and purpose.In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick welcomes back Naoko Mikami to explore how ca...
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Episode 95
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42:27
Timeless Japan: Preserving Cultural Treasures in a Modern World with Monika Sadkiewicz
Monika Sadkiewicz's journey from Poland to Japan might seem like a story of unexpected twists, but it's a testament to the transformative power of embracing new cultures. In this episode, we sit down with Monika, the dynamic community manager a...
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Episode 94
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52:56
Transforming Japan’s Iconic Properties into Vacation Retreats with Tamaki Nishimura
Are you passionate about historic properties?Japan is home to a wealth of historical gems, many of which are in need of preservation.In this blog post, Nick speaks with Tamaki Nishimura to discuss the importance of saving these ic...
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Episode 93
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47:40
An AI Book Summary of Ikigai-kan - Feel a Life Worth Living
Unlock the secrets of living a meaningful life as we challenge popular misconceptions about Ikigai in a conversation led by AI co-hosts. Could it be that passion alone isn't the key to happiness? Journey through the complex dimensions of Ikigai...
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Episode 92
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22:08
Exploring the Intersection of Behavioral Activation and Ikigai with Nathania Rochelle and Jürgen Hoyer
Can ikigai be used as a treatment?Ikigai is about discovering a sense of purpose, and when applied effectively, it can enhance other Western treatments like behavioural activation, promoting overall well-being.In this episode of t...
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Episode 91
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1:02:16
Achieving Success Through 5S Methodology with Steve Beauchamp
Are you seeking strategies to streamline your business operations?Toyota, the renowned Japanese automotive giant, has developed various methodologies to enhance workplace organisation and boost productivity, with one of the most effectiv...
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Episode 90
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49:23