Words of life in japanese culture
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Ikigai, Meraki, Nankurunaisa, History, Languages, Culture, Japan
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There are words within the Japanese culture that encompass concepts as deep as the meaning of life: Ikigai. Likewise, other concepts, such as meraki or nankurunaisa, relate respectively to a creative and passionate way of performing actions, and with hope for a promising future. These concepts arise from the roots of culture, history, and context.
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