Water has long been regarded as a powerful source of healing, offering a profound sense of calm, renewal, and vitality. In the context of...

As a Japanese native, there is nothing quite like the experience of soaking in a wooden bath tub made from Hinoki, or Japanese cypress,...

Nature has eloquently conveyed its autumnal beauty through vibrant colors. Several trees lining my street are undergoing a delightful...

Green—the color of life, renewal, and vitality—is the primary hue that paints the canvas of our Earth. From the tender shoots of spring...

(Children prays for "Kami-sama(神様)"at the local Shinto Shrine) "Yaorozu-no-Kami" is a term from Japanese mythology and Shinto beliefs. It...

In a world often dominated by technology and the hustle and bustle of daily life, finding solace in nature has become increasingly...

In the world of forest bathing, every season brings its unique charm and therapeutic benefits. Just as the forest landscape changes...

Shinrin-yoku has its origins deeply intertwined with Japanese culture, particularly with Shinto and Buddhist beliefs. Nature has always...

The practice of Shinrin-yoku has been supported by a wealth of scientific research, uncovering the profound health benefits that spending...

What do you visualize when thinking about the word "Meditation"? I assume that 99.9% of people might visualize the Buddha or a person...

In our fast-paced, technology-driven lives, it's easy to lose touch with the natural world that surrounds us. However, as the Japanese...

The need and demand for Mindfulness activity have been growing fast, and its credibility is backed by science as one of the alternative...

Forest bathing is a sensory walk that gently activates our senses. Each activity that I will invite participants during the walk is...

When you practice Forest Bathing, the first thing you must do is to "Slow Down". This may be challenging for some people as we are so...

Before I start, let me quickly share with the importance of having a "hot bath" at the end of the day in Japan. Being Japanese, I love...

When I was a child I loved climbing up trees. (And I guess you did too ?) There is a small park behind my house in Japan and in the edge...