Ikigai (2016) is your guide to a long, happy life through Japanese wisdom. It delves into various aspects of Japanese life to uncover their secrets of longevity, explaining why many Japanese, especially those in the village of Ogimi live well past 100 years. Central to this is the concept of ikigai, a reason for living that gives life meaning and purpose.
Héctor García Puigcerver, a dual citizen of Japan and Spain, is a specialist in Japanese culture and the author of the bestselling Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, which has been translated into 57 languages. Born in Spain, Héctor worked at CERN in Switzerland before moving to Japan, where he has lived for over 16 years. In Tokyo, he works in the IT industry and writes books, with his blog leading to the international bestseller A Geek in Japan.
Francesc Miralles, born in Barcelona, is an award-winning author and lecturer. He has written bestselling books in health and spirituality, including Love in Small Letters and Wabi Sabi, with his works translated into 28 languages. Francesc studied journalism, English literature, and German philology, and has also worked as a translator, editor, art therapist, and musician.