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[Experience the extraordinary in the forest world]
~Experience time in the forest using only your five senses~
To everyone participating in the Kaleido Forest Yakushima Deep Forest Bathing Program/Retreat,
Hello, my name is Sugishita Makiko, the representative of Kaleido Forest, and I will be taking you into the forest as a forest therapy guide.
So, what will we do in the forest this time?
Get away from your everyday routine and experience the forest.
Even in the same forest, the way you walk and spend time here is a little different from mountain climbing or hiking.
Recent research has proven that entering the forest has a variety of positive effects on physical and mental health. To maximize these benefits, we will guide you through the forest, sharpening your five senses and using effective forest therapy techniques. In other words, you will experience the forest using only your five senses.
There is already scientific evidence that forest bathing is effective, and research has shown that its effects can last for more than a month.
Not only that, but being in the forest can also bring about many realizations, such as introspection and facing your own emotions, which are things that we tend to neglect in our busy daily lives.
This will add a touch of pleasant exercise to your day in the forest and help you develop self-care habits.
Some people may experience increased motivation in their work and daily lives, tolerance for others, increased productivity, inspiration and creativity. Furthermore, they may experience a greater understanding and acceptance of the natural beauty that is a blessing of Yakushima, as well as new discoveries.
We believe that what you gain and realize through our Yakushima Deep Forest Bathing program will be different for each person. We will do various types of work in the forest, but you are free to choose whether or not to do so. First, entrust yourself to the forest and enjoy a walk with me!
Venue, meeting place and time on the day
**The final decision will be made based on the weather and participants will be notified.
Program contents
(For those taking the one-day course):
Morning: Greeting the forest at the shrine, orientation, warm-up and nature stretching, five-sense work, etc.
Afternoon: Therapeutic lunch, hammock nap, tea party, artwork, sharing
(For half-day course participants):
Morning or Afternoon: Orientation, Warm-up & Nature Stretch, Five Senses Work, Tea Ceremony, Sharing
(For retreat participants):
We will create a program tailored to the theme and purpose of each session, which we will share separately.
Clothing tips and advice:
・Clothes that are easy to move in (long pants and socks are required to cover your ankles), comfortable shoes that are easy to walk in
・The temperature in the forest is lower than at sea level, and there will be time to relax during the program (in hammocks, etc.), so please bring warm clothing (jackets or coats), especially in autumn and winter.
・You may enter paths that are not paved hiking trails (such as animal trails or bushes), so please prepare appropriate clothing and clothing and protection against insect bites.
Belongings:
Day trip backpack, drinks, towels, rain gear (rainwear and umbrella), jacket, insect repellent and leech repellent spray, etc.
Precautions:
⦁ In the event of bad weather (except light rain) on the day, the tour may be cancelled (in such cases, we will notify you by 7am on the day)
⦁ We ask that you leave the digital world behind and turn off your phone during the walk (though taking photos with your phone camera is fine).
⦁ Please take care of your health and measure your temperature up until the day of participation.
Forest Therapy Guide Related Qualifications :
– Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT) Forest Therapy Guide and Trainer
– Forest Therapist®, Japan NPO Forest Therapy Society
– Forest Therapy/Forest Bathing Instructor, International Society of Nature and Forest Medicine (INFOM)
Contact information on the day :
Makiko Sugishita (Representative) Mobile: 080-1520-2750
LINE account: Kaleido Forest Co., Ltd. @kaleidoforest
https://liff.line.me/1645278921-kWRPP32q/?accountId=079giwey
Or you can register using the QR code.
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