Ikigai (生き甲斐) is a Japanese concept meaning "reason for being." It sits at the intersection of what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for.

Is the ikigai test free?

Yes. The core ikigai test is completely free and takes about 3 minutes. You receive your ikigai archetype and a personalised summary at no cost.

How long does the test take?

About 3 minutes. It has 5 short steps - 2 click-based and 3 short written reflections.

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IKIGAI
archetype?

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The Four Questions of Ikigai

What do you love?

What are you good at?

What does the world need?

What can you be paid for?

The Four Circles of Ikigai

Ikigai lives where four simple questions overlap. Tap every region to see what is present and what is missing.

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The Common Traps

Without one of the four circles, something always feels missing.
Which one resonates with you?

Feeling Empty

Without: Love

Successful on paper, but hollow inside

Feeling Uncertain

Without: Skills

Passionate but unsure how to contribute

Feeling Useless

Without: World Needs

Talented but disconnected from purpose

No Wealth

Without: Payment

Meaningful work that doesn't pay the bills

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What is ikigai?

A clear guide to the Japanese concept and the four questions behind it.

Real ikigai examples

Read concrete examples of ikigai in work, creativity, relationships, and everyday life.

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Testimonials

A few reflections from people who found their result comforting, surprising, and clarifying. curious to find out your archetype?

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