Fulfill Your Passion to Help Others and Become A Certified Ikigai Coach!
An 8-WEEK IKIGAI COACH CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

"There is nothing more for humans to live life fully than IKIGAI. Therefore there is no cruelty greater than to deprive humans of their ikigai, and there is no greater love than to give humans their ikigai."
- Mieko Kamiya, The Mother of Ikigai
Life Coaches, Business Coaches and HR Managers Have Got It WRONG!
Ikigai is NOT a framework of doing something that you love, that you are good at, that the world needs and that you can be paid for.

According to Japanese culture, finding your ikigai is the most honourable and rewarding thing one can do. It’s the key to a purposeful and fulfilling life. It's not a grandiose motivational framework, but a life philosophy involving daily rituals, appreciating the small joys of life, living your values, building intimate relationships, fulfilling your life roles and pursuing a life goal with a healthy sense of urgency.
If your ikigai is to help others find theirs, then becoming a Certified Ikigai Coach will give you an advantage over the thousands of life and business coaches teaching the wrong concept.

WHY BECOME AN IKIGAI TRIBE COACH?
- Help people find meaning and purpose.
- Do work that is aligned to your values.
- Get well paid for helping others.
- Set your own schedule and work when you want to.
- Learn and grow as an individual.

THIS CERTIFICATION PROGRAM IS IDEAL FOR YOU IF:
- You are a professor, teacher or trainer.
- You are a physiologist.
- You are a life coach or business coach.
- You are an entrepreneur.
- You are a HR manager wanting to get the best out of your staff.

THIS PROGRAM IS NOT FOR YOU:
- If you think passion alone will guarantee you success.
- If you are not willing to apply the knowledge you learn from the program.
- If you're hoping ikigai to be a magic bullet for you and your clients.
- If you are only in it to make money.
THE IKIGAI TRIBE COACHING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
Endorsed byJapan's leading ikigai authority, clinical psychologist Professor Akihiro Hasegawa of Toyo Eiwa University, the Ikigai Coach certification program uses THE IKIGAI FRAMEWORK as part of a unique coaching methodology.

Nicholas Kemp

Professor Akihiro Hasegawa
THE IKIGAI FRAMEWORK
A framework and methodology to take your clients from fear and uncertainty to finding daily life satisfaction and achieving self-actualisation.

ON COMPLETION OF THE IKIGAI COACH CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
After completing the Ikigai Coach Certification Program you will be able to coach your clients the life changing ikigai concept using a coaching methodology and framework truly representative of what ikigai means to the Japanese and Japanese culture.
DIFFERENTIATE YOURSELF FROM ALL THOSE BLIND LEADING THE BLIND SELF-PROCLAIMED "IKIGAI COACHES"
Unlike the thousands of life coaches, business coaches and HR managers out on the web teaching the misinterpreted Westernized ikigai concept, you'll be a certified ikigai coach, and have the authority and knowledge to coach your clients with the ikigai concept to positively change their lives.
This will put you a cut above the rest in the crowded life and business coaching space.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE IKIGAI COACH CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?
An 8 WEEK IKIGAI COACH CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
A 8-week training program teaching you the ikigai concept and how to use it as a coaching methodology.
EIGHT 2-HOUR LIVE ZOOM CALL SESSIONS
Each week, for eight weeks, you will participate in a live 2-hour coaching zoom call with Nick going step-by-step through the program. Cohorts are limited to 5 to enable meaningful conversations.
PRIVATE COACHING
One year's access to a private chat thread coaching with Ikigai Tribe founder, Nick Kemp. You'll get tailored advice related to your coaching role & business.
THE FIND YOUR IKIGAI COURSE
Full access to the FIND YOUR IKIGAI course - a video based course that covers the seminal teachings of Mieko Kamiya and other pioneering authors, the Hasegawa - Kemp framework and more.
COACHING RESOURCES
In the members area you will have access to powerpoint presentation slides, frameworks, templates, diagnostic tools and reference materials to use as coaching resources.
THE IKIGAI MEMBERSHIP
Life access to the IKIGAI TRIBE Membership including monthly webinars, additional training and bonuses.
SPECIAL GUEST WEBINAR RECORDINGS
Webinar recordings from Japan's ikigai researchers and authors.
WHAT IS THE CERTIFIED IKIGAI COACHING PROGRAM?
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Week 1:
THE MOTHER OF IKIGAI- In this module, you’ll gain a deep understanding of what ikigai truly means to the Japanese, guided by the life and work of Mieko Kamiya. Through her pioneering philosophy—largely unknown in the West—you’ll learn how to clearly define and explain ikigai to your clients, helping them connect with a more authentic and personal sense of purpose. As Kamiya’s writings remain untranslated, you’ll be among a select few equipped to share her original insights in your coaching practice.
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Week 2:
THE IKIGAI FOUNDATIONS - In this module, you’ll be guided step by step through the Ikigai Framework, gaining a clear understanding of the core elements that shape a fulfilling life. You’ll explore key foundations such as personal values, mirai-sei (a sense of future), roles and relationships, and Dr. Shintaro Kono’s Ikigai Leisure Theory. These insights will equip you to help your clients identify what truly matters to them and create a life of meaning, connection, and future-oriented motivation.
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Week 3:
LIFE SATISFACTION - In this module, you’ll investigate the facets of life satisfaction through the lens of ikigai. You’ll explore the appreciation of life’s small joys, resilience in the face of adversity, and the temporal nature of ikigai as presented by Professor Akihiro Hasegawa. Additionally, you’ll dive into Dr. Shintaro Kono’s theory on life directionality, gaining insights into how individuals cultivate purpose and fulfillment over time. These perspectives will help you support your clients in building a meaningful, resilient, and satisfying life.
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Week 4:
ROLEFULNESS - In this module, you’ll explore the concept of role satisfaction through the lens of Rolefulness. Grounded in the pioneering work of Professor Daiki Kato, you’ll be introduced to the Rolefulness Theory, the Rolefulness Scale, and practical coaching frameworks to help clients deepen their sense of fulfillment in everyday roles—and uncover the unique role that gives their life meaning.
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Week 5:
IBASHO - Explore the powerful concept of ibasho—a place where you feel you truly belong. In this module, you’ll examine how creating environments of emotional safety and connection contributes to one’s sense of ikigai. Drawing from Dr. Shintaro Kono’s research on the interpersonal dimensions of ikigai, you’ll gain insight into how meaningful social spaces foster well-being, identity, and purpose—for yourself and your clients.
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Week 6:
PURPOSE - In this module, we’ll explore shimei-kan—a felt sense of life purpose—and guide your clients through a purposeful ascent. Beginning with how we do things (yarigai), moving into finding meaning in work (hatarakigai), and ultimately arriving at a deeper personal mission (kokorozashi), you’ll learn how to help clients uncover purpose at multiple levels and align their daily actions with a greater sense of meaning and contribution.
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Week 7:
SELF-ACTUALIZATION - In this module, you’ll move beyond the self-centric idea of “becoming the best version of yourself” and explore a more grounded, Japanese perspective on self-actualisation—one that emphasizes expressing your true self while contributing to the greater good. You’ll also take a deep dive into Japan’s Self-Actualization Scale, gaining tools to help your clients cultivate authenticity, purpose, and socially meaningful growth.
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Week 8:
IKIGAI COACHING - In this final module, you’ll explore the role and purpose of Health & Ikigai Advisors in Japan as a model for shaping your own Ikigai Coaching practice. You’ll review a range of theories, frameworks, and diagnostic tools to help you design a program that aligns with your unique strengths and values—empowering you to guide others in discovering and living their ikigai with clarity and confidence.
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SELF-PACED MODULES:
VIDEO CONTENT- Video content on the research and findings of Japanese Professors and researchers, including Akihiro Hasegawa, Shintaro Kono, Tsukasa Kobayashi, as well as authors including Ken Mogi and Gordon Mathews.
SPECIAL WEBINAR PRESENTATIONS
Access to 20+ webinar recordings from Japan's leading ikigai researchers, authors and artists.

PROF. KEN MOGI

PROF. GORDON MATHEWS

PROF. AKIHIRO HASEGAWA

SACHIAKI TAKAMIYA

PROF. DAIKI KATO

DR. SHINTARO KONO

DR. YASUHIRO KOTERA

PR. SHINICHI NAGATA

RIE TAKEDA
WHAT DO CERTIFIED IKIGAI COACHES RECEIVE?

CERTIFICATION
An official Ikigai Coach certification certificate.
CERTIFICATION BADGE
A certification badge for your social media and marketing materials.
TRIBE OF COACHES PROFILE LISTING
Your coaching profile listed on the Certified Ikigai Coaches page at IkigaiTribe.com.
A DONE-FOR-YOU IKIGAI COACHING PROGRAM
The 5-Week Ikigai Coaching Program that you can offer and deliver to your clients, that includes powerpoint presentations, frameworks and worksheets. You'll be licensed to use this framework and methodology as a certified ikigai coach of Ikigai Tribe.
LIFE MEMBERSHIP TO IKIGAI TRIBE
Access to the Ikigai Tribe members only forum, the FIND YOUR IKIGAI course.
IKIGAI SUMMIT WEBINAR RECORDINGS
Access to webinar recordings from the 2023 IKIGAI SUMMIT with presentations from Prof. Kenichiro Mogi, Prof. Akihiro Hasegwa, Prof. Gordon Mathews, Dr. Shintaro Kono, Dr. Shinichi Nagata and others.
WEEKLY MASTERMIND CALLS
Connect with other Ikigai Tribe members on our weekly Mastermind calls.
COACHING MANUALS
Included with the Ikigai Tribe Coach program are step-by-step manuals and video tutorials to guide you on how to deliver individual, team and group coaching. These manuals provide you with tools and a tested coaching methodology you can use to help your clients thrive.


IKIGAI COACH CERTIFICATION FAQS
HOW IS THE PROGRAM DELIVERED?
The certification program is delivered completely online via zoom calls. Each week, for eight weeks, you will have a two hour coaching session in your cohort with Nick on Zoom at an agreed upon time.
ARE THE PROGRAM SESSIONS RECORDED?
Yes, each coaching session will be recorded and made available for you to access in IKIGAI TRIBE.
WHAT ELSE IS INCLUDED?
Individual and group coaching manuals and methodologies, pre recorded viedo content, webinar recordings and coaching resources and tools.
CAN I CONTINUE TO GET COACHING OR SUPPORT AFTER THE PROGRAM?
Yes, you can continue to receive one-to-one or a private chat coaching with Nick for a year after you complete the program. You will always have access to the coaching resources in the members area.
WHAT'S THE INVESTMENT?
An investment of USD$5495 upfront. There is also a payment plan option of three monthly instalments of $2000. Your investment includes life membership to Ikigai Tribe. The membership includes access to current and future video course content, private chat coaching, live webinars and recordings, the members forum and use of the app.
CERTIFICATION
Certification grants you a lifetime license and your continued use of Ikigai Tribe's coaching methodologies, materials and resources. It also ensures you access to future coaching tools and programs as well your Ikigai Tribe membership.
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
THIS IS NOT A PROGRAM
ON COMPLETION OF THE IKIGAI TRIBE COACH PROGRAM
On completion of the Ikigai Tribe Coach program you have the knowledge and knowhow to tie the ikigai concept and other Japanese psychological concepts into your current professional role. In addition you will have a methodology and the resources to offer and deliver individual, team and group coaching.
Individual Coaching
Team Coaching

Group Coaching
This program is for ideal for psychologists, educators, corporates transitioning to coaching and experienced coaches wanting to explore a different coaching methodology as well as entrepreneurs, business owners and Chief Happiness Officers wanting to create a flourishing workplace.
If you aren't an experienced coach you can take the program, but you should already have something in motion and a clear vision of what you want to achieve.
FEEDBACK
Francis Cantraine
THE COACHING MEMBERS AREA
The weekly live webinars, private coaching and the Find Your Ikigai course will all be accessible in a private members area. After signing up you'll be sent your login details to immediately access the first module of the Find Your Ikigai course and the coaching resources.

THE IKIGAI TRIBE APP
The Ikigai Tribe App gives you 24/7 access to the member's area on the go. Access all training videos, the Moai forum, recorded webinars and your private chat Senpai coaching thread from your phone.




PRIVATE CHAT COACHING
Remember you'll also receive one-to-one coaching via a private chat thread with me. You can ask me any questions about the ikigai concept and the ikigai coaching program, and you'll also get tailored advice related to your coaching business.
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BECOME A CERTIFIED IKIGAI TRIBE COACH
THIS PROGRAM IS OFFERED VIA COHORT OR ONE-ONE-ONE.
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IKIGAI COACH FAQs
For more information please refer to the Ikigai Tribe Coach Certification Agreement.
The program is offered in two time zones - a Europe friendly time zone and a US friendly time zone - to accommodate various countries. The cohort start date and time will decided after speaking to each cohort member.
Certification grants you a lifetime license and the use of Ikigai Tribe's coaching methodologies, materials and resources. It also ensures you access to future coaching tools and programs as well your Ikigai Tribe membership.
Due to the limited numbers we allow in each cohort and the number of contact hours needed to facilitate the program we cannot offer scholarships or discounts.