Ryo Hashimoto｜Founder of Kintsugi Mind

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[Ryo Hashimoto｜Founder of Kintsugi Mind @kintsugimind_en]

When life cracks you open through failure, burnout, or loss, you don’t have to hide the fractures.

Kintsugi Mind is a self-transformation workbook that helps you turn your cracks into a stronger, golden story.

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[Ryo Hashimoto｜Founder of Kintsugi Mind @kintsugimind_en]

✨ 2-4. Bonding with Lacquer — 3/3

Workbook – “A Time to Take the First Step”

Take the plan you have drawn so far, and choose one “first step” from it. There’s no need to begin with something difficult. What matters most is choosing an action—no matter how small—that you can actually take.

Next, decide whether you will carry it out today or tomorrow, and write down the exact time and place in your notebook. Just as lacquer is applied to mend the cracks of a broken vessel, binding each fragment firmly together, you will attach this small step to reality.

This first action will become a solid foundation for your future and give you strength for the next challenge. And with each step you take, your life—like the vessel itself—will grow ever more polished and radiant. Do not rush, but keep walking forward with steady resolve.

ー From Kintsugi Mind by Ryo Hashimoto

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Japanese Wisdom Story

One day, after the turmoil of the Meiji Restoration had settled, a young samurai asked Saigō Takamori, “Saigō-san, what is the most important principle for a leader to hold close to his heart?” Saigō Takamori paused for a moment, gazed up at the clear sky, and quietly replied:

“Honor Heaven, love humanity.”
(Keiten Aijin)

The humility to revere heaven and the compassion to care for others—only those who hold both can truly stand above others. These words deeply resonated in the hearts of the samurai. In time, Saigō Takamori rose to high office in the new government, dedicating himself to the people and laying the foundations for a new Japan.

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Personal Story

Once everything was ready, I sent my friend a short message: “I’d be happy if we could talk after such a long time.” The moment I pressed the send button, my heart gave a small leap. When a reply finally came and we set a date to meet, it felt as though long-separated fragments had finally come together again.

On the day we actually met and talked, our feelings slowly aligned, the misunderstanding was resolved, and our relationship was tied back together—this time, a little stronger and more resilient than before.

ー From Kintsugi Mind by Ryo Hashimoto

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✨ 2-3. Envisioning the Assembly — 3/3

Workbook – “A Time to Design the Flow”

Place the list of gathered tools and information in front of you and run through the upcoming actions as a kind of “mental rehearsal.”

On a new page in your notebook, write out the rough sequence from the very first step to the final goal. Also make simple notes about the order of events and at which stages you might need someone’s help.

There is no need to create a perfect plan here. What matters is forming an image of the whole process and setting a general order, so that the first step toward the future feels more tangible. Just as in Kintsugi, where the fragments are tentatively arranged to envision the finished piece, the outline of your story will gradually come into view.

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Japanese Wisdom Story

One day, in the midst of battle, a young retainer asked Tokugawa Ieyasu, “My lord, what is the most important thing in governing the land?” Tokugawa Ieyasu paused for a moment, then pointed toward the long mountain road stretching into the distance and quietly replied:

“Man’s life is like carrying a heavy load over a long journey.”
(Hito no Isshō wa Omoni o Oōte Tōki Michi o Yuku ga Gotoshi)

Carrying a heavy burden and moving forward slowly, one step at a time—this, he said, is the true way to complete a long journey. In time, after enduring years of turmoil, Tokugawa Ieyasu finally unified the nation and built an era of lasting peace.

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✨ 2-3. Envisioning the Assembly — 1/3

Personal Story

I mentally sketched out the flow of the conversation. First, I would express gratitude for taking the time to meet. Next, I would ask about how they have been and apologize for the misunderstanding. Finally, I would listen carefully to what they had to say and convey my wish to maintain a good relationship moving forward.

Just like arranging the fragments of a broken vessel to see its whole form, I pictured the sequence of words, imagining this conversation as the first step toward reconciliation and hoping for a future where our relationship could be restored.

ー From Kintsugi Mind by Ryo Hashimoto

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[Rules They Never Taught @TheRulesProject]

@kintsugimind_en "Ryo, your perspective on fractures is the 'Missing Rule' the world needs.

I’m scripting a video on 'The Psychology of Scars' for my channel, and I’d love to feature your Kintsugi philosophy as the core message.

Would you be open to me sharing your wisdom with my audience?"

[Rules They Never Taught @TheRulesProject]

@kintsugimind_en "Ryo, your philosophy on Kintsugi is powerful. I’m making a short video for my channel 'Rules They Never Taught' about human resilience, and I’d love to feature your insights. It would bring your message to a younger Indian audience."

[Ryo Hashimoto｜Founder of Kintsugi Mind @kintsugimind_en]

Thank you for your openness and respect toward the philosophy.
I’d be happy to support your work as long as Kintsugi Mind is clearly credited as the source.
This philosophy has grown together with a community of readers and supporters, so I try to be careful that it’s not presented as a general or anonymous idea.

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✨ 2-1. Gathering the Tools and Materials — 3/3

Workbook – “A Time to Prepare”

Take your organized plan in hand and make a list of everything you need to take the first step forward. Include not only physical tools but also time, space, collaborators, and information.

Next to each item, jot down notes on “where to obtain it” and “how much time it will take.” The goal here is to clarify what is missing before you begin, lowering the barriers to action.

Just as in Kintsugi, where lacquer, brushes, and gold powder are gathered and prepared one by one, arranging all the necessary elements in front of you makes the process of restoration suddenly feel much more real.

ー From Kintsugi Mind by Ryo Hashimoto

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[Rules They Never Taught @TheRulesProject]

@kintsugimind_en "The beauty of Kintsugi is that it doesn't just repair; it honors the struggle. It’s the ultimate metaphor for human resilience psychology.

Most personal growth content feels superficial, but rebuilding the mind through this philosophy is a narrative the world needs right now"

[Ryo Hashimoto｜Founder of Kintsugi Mind @kintsugimind_en]

@TheRulesProject Thank you for articulating this so beautifully.
Kintsugi isn’t about erasing damage, but about honoring the story carried by each fracture.
I’m grateful you resonated with that deeper layer.

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✨ 2-1. Gathering the Tools and Materials — 2/3

Japanese Wisdom Story

One day, a young disciple visited Kaibara Ekiken and asked, “I want to master learning quickly. Where should I begin?” Kaibara Ekiken quietly took out a brush and paper, arranged them neatly on the desk, and said:

“Well begun is half done.”
(Osoreba Koto o Nasan to Hossereba, Kanarazu Sono Hajime o Tadashiku Subeshi)

Even if you rush ahead, your work will crumble without a solid foundation. First, prepare properly and proceed step by step—that is the true first step toward success. Hearing these words, the disciple nodded deeply and turned to his desk. In the quiet morning light, he began to move his brush carefully, one stroke at a time, taking his first steady step forward.

ー From Kintsugi Mind by Ryo Hashimoto

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Personal Story

After organizing the past, I gathered the tools needed for repair. What I wanted to convey were three things: an apology, gratitude, and the wish to meet again. I wrote these three points on a notepad, read them over and over, and prepared carefully so that my words would not waver. I also looked into ways to get in touch, possible dates to meet, and places where we could talk quietly.

I realized that, just like in Kintsugi, having the right tools ready before bonding the pieces together becomes the foundation for a successful restoration.

ー From Kintsugi Mind by Ryo Hashimoto

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