The TRUE Meaning of IKIGAI | 日本人にとっての「生きがい」

What does ikigai really mean to Japanese people?In this episode of 日本語耳 (Nihongomimi), Marie explores the true meaning of ikigai, comparing the famous Western "Ikigai" diagram with how the word is actually understood in Japan. Drawing on Japanese books and personal experiences, she shares why ikigai may be much simpler—and much more meaningful—than many people think.このエピソードでは、日本人にとっての「生きがい」とは何かについてお話しします。海外で広く知られているIKIGAIの考え方と、日本で実際に使われている「生きがい」の意味を比較しながら、日本の本や私自身の経験をもとに、その本当の魅力を紹介します。Listen as if you're sitting with a Japanese friend, hearing natural, unfiltered Japanese at real speed. Let's make your ears 日本語耳.You can read the full Japanese transcript & EN translation here: https://www.marienukaya.com/nihongomimi