In 2014 Marie Kondo became famous around the world changed how we live the relationship we have with the objects around us and taught us how to seek out the joy in our daily lives Five years later her Netflix TV show brought her teachings to an even wider audience and introduced to millions her captivating charm and serene presence And now another five years have passed and it s time for more surprises and more ground to be broken From the time Life Changing Magic first launched and all through the years that followed the most compelling questions and keenest interest from media and readers alike all around the globe were grounded in one key reality Marie Kondo s Japanese perspective Readers and viewers were fascinated by what they learned of Marie s upbringing her family her early professional career and her experiences with Shintoism So much has changed in the world in the last decade but one constant is that the fascination with Japan is on the rise The more people learn about Japanese culture the more entranced they become with how Japanese people often combine an ultra modern lifestyle with a deep respect for ancient customs and traditions on every level Finally in Marie Kondo we have an authentic world famous communicator and guide inviting us