Tim Tamashiro
Event organizers call Ikigai speaker Tim Tamashiro “the Conference Palate Cleanser.” A bestselling author and part-time monk, he blends laughter, insight, and science-backed calm to reset the room—helping audiences recharge, refocus, and feel ready for the sessions ahead.
“It didn’t feel like a typical presentation—it felt more like a heartfelt conversation with a friend.”
“Something inside me changed.”
"Tim’s keynote felt like a deep breath - both healing and grounding. It resonated well with our audience of young professionals who are trying to make sense of work, purpose and identity. His words and his presence offered them comfort and clarity. He took the time to really listen to each individual. It was more than a keynote; it was a moment of collective exhale." - Artem Stadnichenko and Chloe Villamor - Boozy Lectures
Known as “the Conference Palate Cleanser,” Tim Tamashiro delivers presentations on purpose and peace - universal themes that help audiences restore calm, clarity, and engagement between high-intensity sessions.
Tim is a bestselling author, trusted keynote speaker, and part-time monk who helps people create calm, purpose, and presence in a fast-changing world. His keynotes blend humor, science-backed mindfulness, and heartfelt storytelling to spark reflection, gentle mindset shifts, and genuine emotional connection.
He’s not a celebrity—and that’s exactly why audiences remember him.
Drawing on an eclectic background as a jazz singer, TEDx presenter, national radio host, and Buddhist monk, Tim crafts experiences that feel less like lectures and more like meaningful conversations. His talks explore purpose, peace, and mental clarity in ways that are grounded in neuroscience and deeply human.
Event organizers trust Tim to show up prepared, collaborate easily, and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. He tailors every presentation to fit the moment—bringing a warm, conversational energy that helps people feel seen, heard, and uplifted whether they’re in a boardroom, ballroom, or virtual event.
Tim Tamashiro’s signature approach blends science, soul, and story—offering event planners a low-risk, high-impact experience designed to leave audiences recharged, refocused, and ready for more sessions.
“It didn’t feel like a typical presentation—it felt more like a heartfelt conversation with a friend.”
“Something inside me changed.”
"Tim’s keynote felt like a deep breath - both healing and grounding. It resonated well with our audience of young professionals who are trying to make sense of work, purpose and identity. His words and his presence offered them comfort and clarity. He took the time to really listen to each individual. It was more than a keynote; it was a moment of collective exhale." - Artem Stadnichenko and Chloe Villamor - Boozy Lectures
Known as “the Conference Palate Cleanser,” Tim Tamashiro delivers presentations on purpose and peace - universal themes that help audiences restore calm, clarity, and engagement between high-intensity sessions.
Tim is a bestselling author, trusted keynote speaker, and part-time monk who helps people create calm, purpose, and presence in a fast-changing world. His keynotes blend humor, science-backed mindfulness, and heartfelt storytelling to spark reflection, gentle mindset shifts, and genuine emotional connection.
He’s not a celebrity—and that’s exactly why audiences remember him.
Drawing on an eclectic background as a jazz singer, TEDx presenter, national radio host, and Buddhist monk, Tim crafts experiences that feel less like lectures and more like meaningful conversations. His talks explore purpose, peace, and mental clarity in ways that are grounded in neuroscience and deeply human.
Event organizers trust Tim to show up prepared, collaborate easily, and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. He tailors every presentation to fit the moment—bringing a warm, conversational energy that helps people feel seen, heard, and uplifted whether they’re in a boardroom, ballroom, or virtual event.
Tim Tamashiro’s signature approach blends science, soul, and story—offering event planners a low-risk, high-impact experience designed to leave audiences recharged, refocused, and ready for more sessions.
How To Ikigai
Do you feel out of balance with your life?
You're not alone. We all want to do more with our lives, but sometimes it feels like we just can't get there from here. But COVID has shown us that life is precious. We want more fulfilling experiences each day. If you're thinking about change in your life, start with yourself. Discover your ikigai: the reason you get out of bed each day and make a difference...
How To Ikigai Virtual
You're not alone. We all want to do more with our lives, but sometimes it feels like we just can't get there from here. But COVID has shown us that life is precious. We want more fulfilling experiences each day. If you're thinking about change in your life, start with yourself. Discover your ikigai: the reason you get out of bed each day and make a difference in the world around you!
Tim Tamashiro's How To Ikigai keynote will help you...
A Calmer Mind in a Louder World
Format: 45-minute keynote (also available as a 60-minute workshop or breakout session)
This program is perfect for:
• High-performing professionals navigating stress, pressure, or burnout
• Teams and leaders seeking practical tools for calm, clarity, and resilience
The audience will leave with:
• A new mindset to help them suffer less and think more clearly
•...
Golden Ikigai: Purpose, Joy, and Fulfillment After 50
Format: 45-minute keynote (also available as a 60-minute workshop or breakout session)
This program is perfect for:
• Adults 50+ navigating retirement, reinvention, or a new season of life
• Organizations supporting well-being, purpose, or lifestyle transitions in midlife and beyond
The audience will leave with:
• A renewed sense of purpose and possibility in their next chapter
• A practical framework...
I Am The “i” in Happiness
Format: 45-minute keynote (also available as a 60-minute workshop or breakout session)
This program is perfect for:
• Teams or organizations seeking to improve well-being, motivation, and morale
• Individuals navigating change, burnout, or a renewed search for meaning and joy
The audience will leave with:
• A powerful mindset shift that puts them back at the center of their happiness
• Practical,...
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