Episode 1: Sachi – A Story of Joy, Grief, and Ikigai

In this first episode of Little IKIGAI: A Cup of Storytelling, Mayumi shares a tender, deeply personal story — about a small black puppy, a moment of grief, and the quiet way life shows us that meaning can be found in the most unexpected places.

Sachi wasn’t planned. He arrived through a simple invitation, a soft intuition, and something Mayumi couldn’t quite explain — a knowing. Through his presence, memories stirred: an old decision, the ache of something once let go, and the fragile joy of reconnecting with what still wants to be loved.

This story gently weaves together the threads of:

• Grief and healing

• Natural wisdom and emotional softness

• The deep body-knowing we often ignore

• And the Japanese concept of Ikigai — a quiet reason for being

You’ll hear reflections on intuitive connection, the soul of animals, and how purpose doesn't always come from clarity — but sometimes from surrender, presence, and breath.

Whether you’ve loved a pet, carried silent grief, or simply long to feel more connected to the rhythm of your days… this episode invites you to remember what brings you joy — and to trust that meaning lives in the small, often overlooked moments.

He brings me joy.
And he reminds me that life can be meaningful in the smallest of ways.

Breathe. Sip something warm. This is your invitation to listen for the whispers of your own Ikigai.