Tim Tamashiro – Keynote Speaker

Keynote Speaker on Ikigai, Peace, Purpose, and Mental Clarity
Bestselling author. TEDx speaker. Part-Time Monk.
I teach practical peace and purpose in a noisy world — so your audience leaves inspired, energized, and mentally upgraded.

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People don't remember every word - they remember how they felt.

Meet Tim

Tim Tamashiro is a trusted keynote speaker, bestselling author, and part-time monk who delivers deeply engaging talks with warmth, clarity, and just the right dose of humor.While he may not be a household name, Tim is well known where it matters most—to event organizers, audiences, and clients who need a speaker that connects, delivers, and uplifts. Tim has a rare gift for making every audience feel seen, heard, and inspired.Whether speaking to a room of executives, a convention hall of delegates or a cruise ship theatre full of vacationers, he brings a grounded, conversational presence that puts people at ease while sparking insight.With a rock-solid reputation for showing up prepared, customizing content to each audience, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, Tim is the speaker producers love to work with. His unique blend of science, soul, and story helps audiences experience big mindset shifts in a light, relatable way—making him both a low-risk booking and a high-impact experience.

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Keynote #1

How To Ikigai

A Purpose-Driven Keynote for More Meaning, Fulfillment, and JoyIn this engaging and transformational keynote, motivational speaker and bestselling author Tim Tamashiro introduces the powerful Japanese concept of Ikigai—your reason for being.With warmth, humor, and compelling stories, Tim shares a practical framework to help audiences uncover what they love, what they’re good at, and how they can live with more purpose every single day.Perfect for organizations seeking to improve employee engagement, boost well-being, and build a purpose-driven culture, this keynote equips attendees with simple, actionable tools they can use at work and in life.Key Takeaways:* Uncover Your Purpose
* Learn a simple, proven framework to define your personal and professional reason for being.Live with More Joy and Fulfillment.
Discover how aligning passion and talent leads to greater meaning at work—and deeper satisfaction in life.Ignite a Culture of Purpose!
Help your team find clarity, contribution, and connection through the lens of Ikigai.

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Keynote #2

It's Not Your Fault. It's Your Default.

A Mindset Keynote for Calm, Clarity, and Everyday ResilienceIn this eye-opening and inspiring keynote on mental wellness and personal growth, Tim Tamashiro shows how your brain’s ancient “default mode” fuels stress, reactivity, and burnout—and what to do about it.Blending storytelling, neuroscience, and Buddh-ish wisdom, Tim introduces The Sufferless Shift:Default → Deliberation → Design.Perfect for conferences focused on leadership, mindfulness, digital well-being, mental fitness, or employee well-being, this session leaves audiences with tools to feel calmer, think more clearly, and lead with greater ease.

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Rodrigo Jacob, Hotel Director, Celebrity Millennium

Cruise Enrichment

"Your engaging style and passion for sharing valuable insight have made a lasting impact on our guests and we truly appreciate your contribution."

Rou Lin Yu, Asian Employee Network, CMHC

CMHC

"It didn’t feel like a presentation because it felt more like a heartfelt conversation with a friend. Many of our members told me that they learnt a renewed sense of curiosity about our own paths."

@creativekaii

TEDxYYC

"This is my favorite Ted Talk of ALL TIME️️️️."

Sanjeet Verma

PLUM Insurance

"By far my favorite webinar. Our team took away so many talking points from the session. Here's to all of us finding out #Ikigai"

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Solving the Two Biggest Problems Bookers Face

If you’re looking for a speaker who does more than just fill a time slot, Tim Tamashiro is your answer.
Event organizers often struggle to find someone who can genuinely connect with a room - not just entertain, but transform. Tim has a rare gift: he makes people feel seen, understood, and uplifted. Blending humor, neuroscience, and the quiet power of mindfulness, his talks leave audiences lighter, more grounded, and ready to take action in their lives.Bookers want a keynote that shines brightly. One that’s talked about long after the event ends. Tim delivers precisely that. Whether it’s a corporate conference, a leadership retreat, or a client appreciation event, he tailors every talk to your audience’s needs. The result? Deep engagement, practical takeaways, and a lasting shift in how people think and feel. With Tim on your stage, you don’t just check a box — you create a moment people remember.

Why Audiences Love Tim’s Keynotes: Peace and Purpose That Stick.

Tim’s keynotes blend the best of ancient wisdom and modern brain science, grounded in stories that resonate. Whether he's speaking about ikigai, mental clarity, or how to suffer less in everyday life, he gives people tools they can actually use. Attendees don’t just leave feeling inspired - they leave with a shift in how they see themselves, their work, and the world.There’s something uniquely human about the way Tim connects with a room. His warmth, humor, and calm presence invite people in - and in that space, transformation happens. It’s not about motivation for a day. It’s about clarity that lingers.That’s why Tim’s keynotes don’t just stick. They stay with you.