Japan
Join us to experience the breathtaking landscape of the Izu Peninsula, Japan
Oct 26th - Nov 2nd
2024
8 Day Retreat of the Izu Peninsula, Japan
Onsen, Hiking, Yoga, Breathwork
Kawazu on the Izu Peninsula is the ideal location for our Retreat surrounded by raw beauty & serenity.
A modern Monastery called Jigenin Temple will be our home for this 7 day pilgrimage.
This Monastery is a sacred place for the Shugendo tradition. A spirituality that blends both Shinto (nature worship) and Buddhism.
Shugendo beliefs encourages us to be kind, practice simplicity and be present with all the little things while walking lightly on our path.
These paths will include:
~ Hiking around Mt Amagi which is the highest point on the Izu Peninsula, offering beautiful virgin beech forests and a great view of Mt. Fuji.
~ Hiking to the the Kawazu Nanadaru waterfall. There are seven waterfalls next to the walkway.
~ Walking along the beautiful Jogasaki Coast that offers dynamic views of the jagged cliffs and stone formations created 4000 years ago by the Mt. Fuji eruption.
Part of the appeal is that after a day of hiking and forest bathing we will be immersing ourselves into natural spring hot water baths steeped in therapeutic minerals.
In some of the villages the Onsen are in the rivers and surrounded by waterfalls. An Onsen town we’ll visit is Shuzenji known as Little Kyoto.
What else to expect:
Daily Yoga & Meditation
Breathwork Energetics
Opening ceremony of prayers conducted by monks at Jigenin Zen Temple.
Traditional tea ceremony ritual
Ikigai (life purpose) Workshop
Forest bathing or Shinrin Yoku.
Onsen towns with thermal hot springs
3 different day hikes
Japanese massage & spa treatments
Hydrangea town Shimoda
Day to rest & reflect
Itinerary Overview
Start date: 26th October, 2024
End date: 2nd November, 2024
8 Day All Inclusive Retreat
Start & End: Haneda or Narita Airport, Tokyo
Destinations: Izu Peninsula
This itinerary overview is designed as a flexible framework, allowing us to adapt and flow with the moment, ensuring that your experience is nothing short of extraordinary. Each evening, we'll offer a briefing on the plans for the upcoming day, inviting you to relinquish the role of organiser. In your journey, you'll find unwavering support and guidance from our dedicated team, Tina, Hayley & Rika, making this retreat an unforgettable and magical experience.
Day 1/ 26 Oct: Arrival in Tokyo
Welcome to bustling Tokyo!
On arrival you will be transported to your hotel for 1 night accommodation. You are free to arrive at any time as this is a free day to rest or explore.
1 Night - 4 Star accommodation
Day 2/ 27 Oct: Journey to the Izu Peninsula
Join us for a warm welcome circle in the monring.
After Breakfast travel by private coach to Kawazu, Izu Peninsula (3h) and check into your accommodation for the next 6 Nights. Join us for a ceremony of prayers and incantations for our safe journey conducted by a priest at Jigenin Zen temple. Followed by an orientation of the monastery. Unpack, relax or try the onsite Onsen, stone sauna. Evening yoga followed by a welcome dinner. B,L,D
Day 3/28 Oct: Kawazu Nanadaru Waterfall
After yoga and a scrumptious breakfast, we will have a leisurely walk at the Kawazu Nanadaru waterfall. There are seven waterfalls next to the walkway. Waterfalls range from 2m to an astonishing 30m in height. This is an idealic location for meditation by the waterfall.
Return to the monastery to experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Yoga in the evening followed by dinner. B,L,D
Day 4/29 Oct: Jogasaki Coastal Hike
Morning yoga followed by breakfast.
Today, we will walk along the beautiful Jogasaki Coast (3 or 6km, depending on your fitness level), located on the east side of the Izu Peninsula. It offers dynamic views of the jagged cliffs and stone formations created 4000 years ago by the Mt. Fuji eruption. This is a UNESCO Global Geopark listed site.
Lunch en route and outdoor onsen experience overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Return to the accommodation. Yoga/Meditation class followed by dinner. B,L,D
Day 5/30 Oct: Shimoda
Wake for morning meditation with Tina.
After breakfast, an excursion to a small coastal town, Shimoda. It is nestled amongst hills, located near the tip of the Izu Peninsula, historically significant as a port town, and, as such, was Japan's trading and diplomatic contact with the United States and then Russia, which began in the 1850s, ending over two centuries of Japan's so-called isolation. B,L,D
Day 6/31 Oct: Hiking in Mt. Daruma
Wake for our morning yoga followed by breakfast.
Today is a day of hiking in Mt. Daruma with a local mountain guide. One peak of the Nekoetsuka mountain range rises in the northwestern part of the Izu Peninsula—982 m above sea level. The mountain trail's north and west sides face Suruga Bay and offer fascinating views of Mount Fuji over the bay.
We will also visit Joren Falls, the most scenic waterfall in the Izu peninsula and the wasabi farm. Evening Spiritual practice followed by dinner. B,L,D
Day 7/01 Nov: Kawazu
Today, spend your time at your leisure.
Enjoy an in-house Thai massage, Foot massage, and Lymph massages.
Also, a free transfer service is available to an Onsen water park. Enjoy 15 types of outdoor baths.
Farewell dinner at the accommodation. B,L,D
Day 8/02 Nov: Kawazu - Haneda/Narita Airport
Early morning yoga.
After breakfast, soak up your final view of Izu before transferring back to Tokyo airport or downtown. (3 HRS) B
**Departure flights must be after 4pm to utilise the group transfer.
Self-guided extension packages to Kyoto or Tokyo are available.
*The itinerary is subject to changes in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond our control.
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