Iyashikei: Japan’s Genre of “Healing Games” screentherapyblog.wordpress.com

There is a growing “genre” in Japan referred to as the “Iyashikei” (癒し系) genre.
The genre is used for “anime and manga created with the specific purpose of having a healing or soothing effect on the audience.
These soothing, Iyashikei films, shows, and games tend to focus on nature and childhood.
Through these games we help ourselves re-learn how to appreciate small pleasures and little details with more enthusiasm.
Iyashikei games, shows, and movies are “healing” because they help us celebrate the ordinary parts of everyday life.