Ichigo ichie: Learn the Japanese art of embracing the now
The secret to bringing more magic into your life
LIFESTYLE Well being
Translated literally, “ichigo ichie” means “one time, one meeting,” and it forms the basis of a Japanese cultural concept of treasuring the unrepeatable nature of a moment. It’s the simple idea of observing and cherishing each moment, harnessing attention to achieve a better quality of life—and yet many struggle with it.
All the tools to achieve this art are already in your possession, you just have to learn how to use them. Once you do, everything becomes a fantastic party, a deep well of opportunity, and your life and all the relationships in it will benefit. Click through to learn the basic principles, based on Héctor García and Francesc Miralles’ ‘The Book of Ichigo Ichie,’ then start incorporating them into your life right now.