8 Days Magic Meditation and Yoga Holiday at Nozawa Onsen, Japan
Summer and Autumn Meditation And Yoga Retreat, Japan
Expert tip: This is one of the most popular yoga retreats offered in Japan.
This retreat is organized by Nozawa Holidays which will take place in a magical place steeped in culture and natural beauty. This retreat is perfect for you if you want to immerse yourself in yoga and meditation while relaxing in the natural hot springs, fresh local produce, and peaceful environment of a traditional farming village. Yoga and meditation classes are shared by an experienced instructor and long term lover of Japanese culture and language.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Daily yoga classes
- Daily meditation classes
- Use of village run hot springs to relax
- Mountain biking, hiking, SUP paddling, and tours to nearby villages
- Large kitchen available for lunch and / or dinner preparation
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
Yoga styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Fireplace
- Internet access
You will be staying at the beautiful Villa Nozawa Nozawa Onsen. The whole Villa provides the feeling of space with large bedrooms and lounge areas and magnificent views. Most of the rooms at Nozawa Holidays are Japanese Style Tatami rooms with really comfortable Futons, this done to ensure you get the full Japanese experience. All the rooms are bright, clean and quiet with terrific outlooks on the surrounding mountains and village. The rooms are spacious making it great for families in particular, the managers have got kids of their own, so it is a very child-friendly Villa.
Program
- 07:00 Ohayo hatha yoga and meditation
- 09:30 Breakfast
- 11:00 Free time, soak in a hot spring bath, rest, and/or explore
- 15:30 Arigatou hatha yoga and meditation
- 18:00 Dinner, wander the village by night, hot spring bath, and rest
Included excursions
Plenty of opportunities to go on long hikes, yoga and meditation outdoors at the local temples (weather permitting) and adventures to nearby villages and hot spring baths.
Instructors
Bobby
Originally hailing from Perth,Bobby spent the first 10 years of his working life in building and construction.After developing a strong, disciplined, and consistent practice he quit his job, moved to Melbourne, and completed his 200-hour teacher training with Power Living Australia under the guidance of Chris Wilson and Cassie Lee. He has completed an additional 75Hr advanced teaching and leadership skills mentorship with Duncan Peak and Adam Whiting, and 30Hr yin yoga training with Hugh Lee.
Laura
Laura is passionate about providing dynamic, challenging yoga classes, workshops and one on one private yoga sessions, as well as retreats that will change your life. If you are looking to burn through any limitations and find your inner peace, joy and live a truly happy and fulfilled life then you are in the right place. Yoga provided me a safe space to find the skills I needed to step into an authentic life, I now have the lifestyle that I only ever once dreamt of. A healthy balanced philosophy, physical practice paired with a healthy mind.
Keoni San
Keoni’s style is most likened to a Hatha/Vinyasa Flow. Classes focus on alignment while building strength and increasing flexibility. Expect slightly longer holds, slower transitions, and lots of variety! Keoni has experience in teaching all levels of students, from first timers to the seasoned yogi, kids and athletes and can offer modifications for those students needing them.
Luke and Mariko
Luke and Mariko completed their 800 and 200 hr respectively teacher training courses at Byron Bay Yoga Centre where they lived and learnt for over 3 years. There Luke worked with retreat guests and teacher trainees facilitating asana and meditation classes and also worked in construction and the organic gardens utilizing his permaculture qualifications. He used his qualifications and passion for music to host Kirtan and other sound meditation sessions. Mariko also taught public asana classes and in addition to that she worked as a certified Thai massage therapist while at BYC.
Retreat location
This Retreat takes place at beautiful Nozawa Onsen, Japan. Nestled in the Japan Alps, at the base of Mount Kenashi designated as sacred by the Yamabushi (mountain monks) for a thousand years, Nozawa is a magical place steeped in culture and natural beauty.
Nozawa Onsen is a very traditional town with amazing hot springs, temples, friendly locals, and peaceful atmosphere. The perfect destination to immerse yourself in yoga and meditation while relaxing in the natural hot springs, enjoying fresh local produce and peaceful environment of a traditional mountain farming village.
Unique features
Activities
- Cooking classes
- Hiking
- Hot spring
- Kayaking
- Massage
- Mountain biking
- Mountain walking
- Shopping
- Spa
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
General
- Fireplace
- Lake
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Restaurant
- Yoga shala
Services
- ATM / banking
- Free bicycle
- Hair dryer
- Internet access
- Local market
Food
Daily healthy and nourishing traditional Buddhist Shojin Ryori style breakfast made with locally grown ingredients.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Things to do (optional)
- Mountain biking
- Hiking
- Massage and spa
- Kayak paddling
- National parks and famous monkey park
- Visit nearby villages and cultural activities
- Explore Nozawa and soak in the 13 free hotsprings
- Japanese cooking and Ikebana flower arranging classes
What's included
- 7 nights accommodation
- 2 SUP boards
- 2 passes to local spa complex with outdoor swimming pool
- Daily breakfast
- Daily yoga and meditation classes
- Free use of 2 mountain bikes
- Use of village run hot springs to relax
What's not included
- Dinner
- Entry into paid hot springs (usually 500 yen entry per person)
- Lunch
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Narita International Airport
215 km
Transfer not provided
Haneda Airport
193 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
Arrival by train
From Tokyo the best way is bullet train just 1 hour and 40 minutes to Iiyama Station then 20 minutes on the Nozawa Onsen Liner to Nozawa Onsen, get off at Shinden Bus stop and is just a 5-minute walk to the retreat or you can let them know what time they can pick you up at the bus stop otherwise can take a shuttle from the airport.
Arrival by taxi
- You can also take the Chuo Taxi from Tokyo Airports.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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