Journey at Dawn: 15 Japanese Life Concepts

Le Yen Mei embarked on a journey across Japan to explore every corner of the picturesque Kansai region. This was not an ordinary tourist trip, but a unique immersion into Japanese culture: on the road, Yen Mei managed to discover the true meaning of 15 concepts that form the essence of the life philosophy of the Land of the Rising Sun. In each chapter of the book, corresponding to the stage of her journey, she narrates how the Japanese see beauty in imperfection, find harmony with the surrounding world, and attain happiness among simple things. The author shares personal encounters and experiences that helped her grasp the true meaning of kaizen, wabi-sabi, and omoiyari, and invites readers to join her on this journey.