3 Day “Zen & Beyond: A Mindful Retreat in Kobe’s Mountain-to-Sea Landscape

Summary
Under the theme of “Harmony between East and West and Oneness with Nature,” the program offers a refreshing experience for body and mind by taking advantage of Kobe’s unique geographical and cultural characteristics. Taking advantage of Kobe’s natural environment surrounded by mountains and the sea, and the city’s unique blend of Japanese and Western cultures, this program allows travelers from around the world to effectively restore their physical and mental balance in a short period of time.

Description
Harmony with Nature.
Forest therapy at Mt. Rokko
Beach Yoga and Meditation at Suma Beach
Hot spring therapy at Arima Onsen
Fusion of Eastern and Western wisdom.
Combination of traditional Japanese meditation and western yoga
Fusion menu of Japanese medicinal herbs and Mediterranean healthy diet
Combination of traditional Japanese treatment and aromatherapy
3.Spiritual enrichment through cultural experiences.
Japanese cultural experiences such as tea ceremony and calligraphy
Dining experience to experience the concept of vegetarian cuisine
Learning about the history of cross-cultural exchange at the Kitano Ijinkan
This program is designed to allow participants to take a break from their busy daily lives and to experience the cultural and natural attractions of Kobe in depth while efficiently resetting their minds and bodies in a short period of time. Each activity is designed to be sequential and to deepen the harmony between body and mind with each passing day.

Program
Day 1: Arrival and Harmony of Mind
** Afternoon**.
Check in to the Wellness Hotel overlooking the Rokko Mountains
Welcome tea ceremony (using local organic tea leaves)
Evening.
Introductory session of traditional Japanese breathing and meditation (45 minutes)
Light stretching class with sunset view
Evening
Yakuzen-style Japanese dinner using fresh local ingredients
Early bedtime to adjust to the time difference

Day 2: Oneness with Nature
Morning.
Light yoga session before sunrise (optional)
Nutritious and well-balanced breakfast using local seasonal ingredients
A.M.
Forest therapy (forest bathing) walk on Mt.
Local guide explains about the Japanese way of life in harmony with nature
Afternoon.
Healthy lunch using organic local ingredients
Hot bath experience at Arima Onsen
Free time (stroll around the spa town or personal relaxation)
evening.
Traditional Japanese massage or acupuncture experience
Healthy Mediterranean-Japanese fusion dinner

Day 3: Culture and Harmony
Morning.
Early morning stroll around Kobe Port
Breakfast based on the Japanese concept of “Ippiru Sansei” (one soup, three vegetables)
A.M.
Meditation and beach yoga on Suma Beach
Vegetarian-style lunch experience
Afternoon.
Last relaxation session before departure
Aromatherapy and facial massage
Check-out and airport/station pick-up
This program incorporates Kobe’s natural environment (mountains and sea), unique cultural background (fusion of East and West), and traditional Japanese wellness wisdom. Participants will experience not only physical refreshment but also spiritual harmony. If necessary, the program can be customized to suit individual health conditions and preferences.
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