In her most personal book yet the iconic star of the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie
Kondo and #1 bestselling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up opens up about the
cultural traditions that have inspired her philosophy—and can make our lives better today.
“This book represents guiding principles by which I lead my life every day. They also define
at least for me the values that flow through the customs traditons arts and sensibilities
of Japan.” Though she’s known for “tidying up” and “sparking joy ” there’s more to Marie
Kondo than her fervent desire to help you better appreciate your mess. Across book tours and
international conferences it became clear that her audience while interested in how to keep
their lives tidy was also keen to learn about Marie herself and the culture that is intrinsic
to her tidying method. Written with her television co-star Marie Iida in Letter from Japan
Marie responds to the myriad questions she received about her inspirations by examining the
Japanese customs that she grew up with—minute details of tea ceremonies the art of taking care
of gardens and the power of passing seasons—with her trademark gentle wisdom. But this book
isn’t only a response to her audience’s wish to know the real Marie Kondo it’s a testament for
her three children a documentation of the foundational elements of their culture despite the
rapidly changing times which is essential to their understanding of the world around them.
With subtle and lyrical prose Marie embarks on her most personal and affirming book yet
unveiling for her readers the customs traditions and practices that not only spark joy for
her but also to preserve them for future generations.
