Erin Niimi Longhurst Japonisme (Hardback)

JaponismeErin Niimi LonghurstGenre: Fashion & DesignLabel: Harper ThorsonsDescription: A Japanese-inspired guide to living a happier more fulfilled life. Japonisme explores the Japanese art of finding contentment and includes practical tips and tricks to live a happier healthier more thoughtful life. What is your ikigai (purpose)? How do you practice mindfulness in the unpredictability and chaos of everyday life? From shinrinyoku (forest bathing) calligraphy ikebana (fl ower arranging) to tea ceremonies and their approach to food the Japanese have found contentment through traditionsphilosophies and the practice of art. This book shows how we can all incorporate aspects of Japonisme into our daily lives. Enhance your lifestyle and enrich your mind by looking at life through the lens of wabi-sabi (the transient nature of life) kintsugi (repairing broken ceramics with gold) or kaizen (habit-forming techniques) in an accessible practical way.