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    Going Japanese: Embracing Japanese Wisdom For A Better Life
    Going Japanese: Embracing Japanese Wisdom For A Better Life
    Going Japanese: Embracing Japanese Wisdom For A Better Life
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    Going Japanese: Embracing Japanese Wisdom For A Better Life

    By James Evangelista

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    We have much to learn from our Japanese neighbors, if we are to understand why they do the things they do.

     

    In his second book, Going Japanese, writer James Evangelista takes us on his journey in Japan and aims to enlighten non-Japanese about what makes this culture and way of life impressive and admirable.

     

    Inspired by his tourist trip in Japan, James created an informative, easy to follow guide and lessons for us about the Japanese culture and way of life such as: 

     

    ● The reason for your being 

    ● Lessons from a tea ceremony 

    ● Lessons from the lone samurai 

     

    And more..

     

    Embracing the Japanese way of life will teach us on our journey toward personal improvement. 

     

    That journey starts with Going Japanese.

     

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJames Evangelista
    Release dateSep 19, 2021
    ISBN9798201568818
    Going Japanese: Embracing Japanese Wisdom For A Better Life

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      Going Japanese - James Evangelista

      Introduction

      1Alley in Kyoto Japan

      The Japanese people value their culture and tradition. In an age where nations are all about multiculturalism, Japan is the opposite. Its people stick to their roots. Tourists love this country because of their way of life, which is heavily influenced by Eastern philosophies. From Zen philosophy, to Buddhism, Shinto, Confucianism, to Bushido, these influences are alive and well in Japan. These are part of who they are.

      In February 2018, I went on my first short trip to Japan. Right after we got our passports checked, I noticed right away why tourists love this country. It was clean, the staffs were respectful, people were disciplined, the trains arrived on time, and it was safe. The thought of losing my personal belongings didn’t enter my mind. I remember when we were at the shinkansen (Japanese bullet train), the lady seated across us just left her branded bag on the seat and went to the comfort room. Nobody looked at her belongings or anything. My fellow passengers just minded their own business. Security is one of the reasons why people like Japan.

      I was inspired to write this book after that trip and I want you, my dear reader, to know more about Japan and the philosophies that drive its culture. You don’t need to be a Japanese national or be in Japan to live by these philosophies. It is a complex topic especially for non-locals like me. I’m a Filipino. Why would a guy like me write about the philosophies about a country that invaded mine during World War II? Times are different. We need to learn more about other ways of living, especially if our own way of living doesn’t work and creates more problems than solutions.

      At the time of writing (December 2020), our society is still in limbo because of the pandemic. This is the perfect time to change our lifestyle and be better. This is the perfect time to evolve and be ready for the new world. Let me help you.

      You can read this book in any order and on the go.

      It is written as simply as possible because I want you to understand the contents so you can share the message with your circles.

      In this book, you’ll learn about the following:

      ●          The reason for your being

      ●          Life is never perfect

      ●          Lessons from a tea ceremony

      ●          Changing for the better

      ●          Making every moment count

      ●          A single-minded purpose

      ●          A path to follow

      ●          Lessons from the lone samurai

      ●          Nature as religion

      Following Japanese philosophy may teach us to achieve our goals and begin our journey toward personal improvement. So take this book’s lessons to heart and let us keep moving forward.

      Thank you for joining me on this journey.

      A Reason for Being

      2Man Thinking Sculpture

      What is your reason for being? Why are you here? Why do you wake up every day? How do you keep moving forward? What is your purpose in life?

      The Japanese have the answers to these questions.

      They have this life philosophy called ikigai (ee-kee- ga-ee).

      生き 甲斐

      When translated, iki means to live, alive and gai means reason.  There are better translations of ikigai, which are all said to be accurate:

      ●          Reason to live

      ●          Purpose of life

      ●          Reason of getting out of bed

      ●          Happiness of being

      ●          Meaning of life

      According to Professor Akihiro Hasegawa, one of Japan’s leading researchers on ikigai and clinical psychologist, the word ikigai can be

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