Pico Iyer: Inside Japan As An Outsider

For the acclaimed travel and spirituality writer Pico Iyer, home is not such a clear concept. The first time he ever felt homesick, it was for his adoptive home in Japan. In this episode of Tricycle Talks, Iyer discusses his latest book Autumn Light, the way impermanence colors Japanese life, and what it means to try to understand other cultures at a time when the term globalist has become, in many parts, a dirty word.

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Beautiful conversation and insights about Japan, ritual, human connections, and home away from home.

I loved this interview. As a 75 year old woman, I am fortunate to be going soon on an arts and crafts tour of Japan. I can't think of a better introduction to the culture I will experience all around me. Thank you so much.

Touched my heart♥️

Pico has a beautiful mind. I feel grateful for getting a peak in to his mind and just listening to him describe and explain things. Thank you Tricycle for always having thought provoking and brilliant guests. ✨

Fascinating!

Love to think what the world could be like if we all prioritized harmony. Thank you. ❤

Excellent interview

I really enjoyed this talk! I have never been to Japan but have always been fascinated with the culture. Very insightful conversation.

Thank you!

So beautiful and inspirational. As someone who lived in Japan for many years and returns annually, this talk and Pico’s wonderful books speaks so much to my own deep love of Japan and many of my own insights and experiences. Domo Arigato

With deep gratitude for this riveting interview, such a profound introduction to Pico Iyer.

Lovely talk! enjoyed the insight shared. Thank you

Thank you for the interview. Pico was a pleasure to listen to because he presents the best of the cultures that have influenced him. As a Japanese American Californian who was raised in the Episcopal church and the Sierra Mountains, this talk resonated with me. I’m looking forward to both books

I really really enjoyed this conversation. It was like being in a class. I commend the facilitator for permitting the speaker to complete his ideas. Namaste

Wonderfull. I loved this interview. It was so interesthing and enlightening about Japan's culture. Thank you so much for sharing. Much peace and love to you

Thank you

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