Hector Garcia as born in Spain and worked at CERN in Switzerland before moving to Japan. He has been living in Tokyo for over 21 years, balancing his life between the thriving world of technology and the creative pursuit of writing.
While his days are spent working in the IT industry, Garcia’s passion for storytelling has led him to become a widely recognised author. His journey into writing began with his popular blog, which quickly garnered a following and led to his debut book A Geek in Japan. The book, an exploration of Japanese culture, became an international bestseller and was followed by The Magic of Japan.
Garcia is best known as the co-author of the global sensation Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life. Translated into 70 languages, Ikigai holds the unique distinction of being the most translated book ever originally written in Spanish. The book’s universal message about finding purpose in life has resonated with readers around the world, contributing to its lasting success. To date, Garcia has published ten books, with his most recent work, The Book of Ichigo Ichie, exploring the beauty of fleeting moments and the art of living in the present.
When not immersed in his next writing project, Garcia enjoys a diverse range of interests, from exploring the intersections of technology and culture to reflecting on the wisdom of Japanese traditions.
