SHIZEN NO YOSO
A Mindfulness Immersive Retreat in Okinawa
March 15 - 20, 2025
6 days, 7 nights
In the heart of Okinawa Island, where the rhythms of the natural elements are abundant and sacred ruins illumes, we invite you to embark on an immersive journey of mindful healing and transformation. As we head into a new year, with global events and the digital world continuing to influence our daily lives, a retreat in an unfamiliar territory is even more called for. The goal is to tap into your self awareness, gaining clarity and connecting to the (analog) world around you. Our well-rounded cultural immersion approach to a retreat will last long after the week is over.
At this carefully crafted retreat, we harness the powerful energy of the elements in nature, tapping into the ancient wisdom of the Ryukyu (ancient name for Okinawa):
Earth & Wood
Forest bathing through the breathtaking Yambaru Forest
Hands on experience with the centuries old “yachimun” fired pottery works at the original potters’ village
Water
Guided meditation coastal walks along the beautiful Okinawa blue waters
Understand the coral reef and marine biology of the sea around us through a special experience
Fire
Share stories with other participants around a bonfire under the stars
Enjoy live music of Okinawa’s sanshin and its healing properties
Spirit
Visit the sacred sites of the Ryukyu Kingdom and learn about its importance with a writer
Tune in deeper into your body with our therapist’s specially designed bodywork that combines Shiatsu, Thai, Balinese, Yaeyama techniques
Nourish your soul with our holistic lunches and dinners featuring the local Okinawa and Ryukyu ingredients, herbs and oils
“Whether you are seeking healing or clarity, or simply getting away from it all, Shizen no Yoso Retreat promises an enriching experience that honors the ancient practices of connection and mindfulness. ”
Shizen no Yoso – a Mindfulness Retreat is designed to facilitate a deeper connection to yourself and to the world around you. Okinawa Island is such a unique place on earth, with an interesting multi-layered history with the East and West, there is no other place like it. Whether you are seeking healing or clarity, or simply getting away from it all, Shizen no Yoso Retreat promises an enriching experience that honors the ancient practices of connection and mindfulness. It is also a chance to build new connections with like-minded retreat participants.
RETREAT PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- 6 day program of mindfulness activities and workshops
- Nourishing meals using local Okinawa seasonal produce and ingredients
- Daily sunrise yoga and guided meditations
- Holistic cooking workshop at a farm
- Specialist guided cultural tours including hands on experiences with potters and glass artisans, and visiting the ruins
- Ryukyu karate session focusing on posture, awareness and self-discipline (the core of karate)
- Forest bathing through the breathtaking Yanbaru Forest, and discover the local fauna, flora, and trees
- Coral Reef seeding experience with snorkeling
- Visit the sacred sites of Ryukyu ancestors guided by a Specialist
- Special bodywork designed by our therapist Mariko that combines Shiatsu, Thai, Balinese techniques
- Fireside chats and live performance evenings
- Special dinner excursion overseeing the magical blue waters of Kouri Island
- Optional Island excursion: Visit another island that has some of the most beautiful beaches in all of Japan
STAY
UZA Terrace Beach Club Villa — A Relais Chateau Property
