Shibui

The Japanese Art of Finding Beauty in Aging

Sanae Ishida

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Sasquatch Books
03 March 2026

Women's health; Coping with old age; Self-help & personal development; Traditional medicine & herbal remedies

Discover ""shibui"" - the Japanese philosophy of finding the simple, subtle beauty that emerges with time. Through watercolor illustrations, personal stories, and mindfulness reflections, this book offers Eastern wisdom to help readers embrace healthy aging with joy and grace.

Discover ""shibui"" - the Japanese philosophy of finding the simple, subtle beauty that emerges with time. Through watercolor illustrations, personal stories, and mindfulness reflections, this book offers Eastern wisdom to help readers embrace healthy aging with joy and grace.

SHIBUI introduces readers to a transformative Japanese approach to aging that celebrates the subtle beauty, wisdom, and joy that emerge with time.

Through engaging personal essays, watercolor illustrations, and practical activities, Japanese-American author Sanae Ishida presents a refreshing alternative to Western anti-aging messages. Each chapter explores a different dimension of aging beautifully- beauty (bi), health (kenkou), purpose (mokuteki), wealth (tomi), connection (tsunagari), and approaching life's end (owari).

Readers will find-

Personal anecdotes that bridge Eastern and Western perspectives on aging Gentle watercolor illustrations that bring Japanese concepts to life

Cultural insights into Japanese traditions that honor aging Practical exercises and reflections to apply shibui principles to daily life Simple activities to cultivate appreciation for life's later chapters

This beautifully designed gift book offers both wisdom and actionable ideas for anyone seeking to age with grace, purpose, and joy. Perfect for readers who enjoyed Ikigai, The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly, and The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning.

By: Sanae Ishida
Imprint: Sasquatch Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 178mm, Width: 127mm,
Weight: 369g
ISBN: 9781632175755
ISBN 10: 1632175754
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 03 March 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

SANAE ISHIDA writes, sews, draws, and takes photos almost every day. She lives with her husband and daughter in Seattle. She is the author of the sewing books Sewing Love, Sewing Happiness, and Animal Friends to Sew, as well as the Little Kunoichi the Ninja Girl picture book series, and Little Sumo, a board book series. Both she and her daughter have too many handmade clothes. Find out more about her work at SanaeIshida.com.

Reviews for Shibui: The Japanese Art of Finding Beauty in Aging

“Shibui is a beautifully understated celebration of aging with intention, grace, and meaning. Sanae Ishida’s gentle reflections and illustrations invite readers to rediscover the quiet joys of growing older.” —Vicky Tsai, founder, Tatcha