Interview: Ikigai Bio-Hacking with Sachikai Takamiya

From Hino, Shiga, Japan, a conversation with biohacker, health advocate, and naturalist, Sachiaki Takamiya. Ancient wisdom echoes through Takamiya-san’s life work, coalescing with the vigor of modern scientific discovery to birth what is known as the Ikigai Bio-Hacking method.

Authoring several books and a wide ranging blog, Takamiya-san has significantly contributed to the realm of Bio-Hacking. His seminal work, "Ikigai, BioHacking," serves as a bridge between the timeless Japanese natural health philosophy and the advancement of scientific progress in the realms of wellness and longevity. Ikigai Biohacking empowers individuals to reclaim their health through a simple, practical, and multimodal method that include:

* Diet

* Exercise

* Mentality

* Spirituality

* Planetary Health

The nuanced, nature-centric approach that he adopts sets him apart from the other “Bio-Hackers” , in contrast offering a holistic, grounded perspective on health and wellness.

As we delved into the heart of our discussion, Takamiya-san graciously shared insights on his biography, the essence of maintaining an independent spirit amidst a world obsessed with quick fixes.

His dedication to promoting a sustainable lifestyle, not just as a means to personal health but also as a blueprint for planetary health, reflects a depth of vision that is both rare and needed in today's biohacking landscape.

Learn more about https://ikigaibiohacking.com/

Summary Notes:

Introduction

- 00:55 How I discovered Sachiaki Takamiya

- 04:27 Promoting Ikigai Biohacking - Blend of Japanese health practices and Western biohacking

- Exploring and Relevancy of Biography to Current Work

- 07:12 Background in English-speaking countries

- 13:10 Return to Japan

- 18:00Exposure to Materialism in the Bubble Japan

- 20:00 Exposure to alternative lifestyles and naturalist movements

- 22:57 Interest in spirituality and philosophy of life

- 27:54 Conformity and Individuality

- 36:48 Red-pilling his Teacher

- Focus on the Ikigai Diet and biohacking practices

- 43:55 - Summary of Philosophy

- Emphasis on natural methods and avoiding commercialization

- Interest and Discussion on health benefits of Natto

- 48:28 Skepticism towards artificial biohacking and reliance on technology

- 51:56 Concerns about privacy and data collection

- 55:52 Importance of maintaining natural abilities and intuition / Critique of Technology

- Focus on individual choice and respect for different perspectives

- 58:23 Cult / Group Dynamics. The dangers of biohacking

- 1:06 Non “standard practices”

- Other Topics

- 1:10 Naturalist Experience of COVID 19 in Japan

- 1:14 Japan respecting Individual Autonomy

- Polarization in the West vs Japan

- 1:15 Discussion on Current Interests and Future Projects

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https://ikigaibiohacking.com/

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