What does it mean to be alive?

A collection of artistic quotes to soothe your soul.

When you're feeling mentally exhausted, when you want to reset your mind, when you want to relax, this is the book to give to yourself or a loved one.

Open to any page you like. You will find a world that reflects your heart. Your own story will unfold.

Combining Tanikawa Shuntaro's words with Miyauchi Yoshio's transparent watercolors, you can savor his worldview on a deeper level. Each spread is self-contained, so you can start reading from anywhere. This book will make you think about what life is, what it means to live, and what happiness is. Special website for "What Does it Mean to Be Alive?" Also includes a special conversation between Tanikawa Shuntaro and Miyauchi Yoshio! https://special.kobunsha.com/ikiteru/