The first book on the new trend of Ikigai! What is the secret to a long life? According to the Japanese, everyone has an Ikigai. Ikigai is what makes it worth getting up in the morning, or simply put: the meaning of life. The Ikigai is hidden within us, and we must patiently explore to find it. If we succeed, we have the chance to grow old healthily and happily. A model for this are the residents of the Japanese island of Okinawa, where most centenarians live. The practical, easily implementable guidelines in this book show how to discover your own Ikigai. Additionally, the numerous stories of centenarians woven throughout reveal their Ikigai secrets. A revelation for anyone searching for the meaning of life and for whom health is a great asset.