Day1

• 08:30 AM

  Shin-Osaka Station

  A Tranquwell representative will meet you at Shin-Osaka Station. Then, take a Shinkansen (bullet train) to Fukuyama Station.

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• 10:30 AM

  Kusado Inari Shrine

  In the large main hall overlooking the city of Fukuyama, we will pray for the safety of the tour.

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• 12:00 PM

  Lunch (Udon)

  Try the thick yudame udon eaten by Zen monks. The dish is served in the style of a monastery meal.

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• 12:45 PM

  Zazen (Zen Meditation)

  Learn Zazen (Zen meditation) and breathing techniques at the Zen Dojo of Shinshoji Temple. Meditate with a calm mind in a serene environment.

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• 02:15 PM

  Walking Zen Meditation

  After a “still" Zen practice, you will have a “dynamic" Zen practice, switching body and mind to return to reality with renewed energy and clarity.

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• 02:45 PM

  Traditional Japanese Calligraphy Experience and Naming Ceremony

  You will be given an original Japanese name using Kanji characters, which have meanings derived from Buddhism. You will have the opportunity to write your given name in Kanji characters with a brush and ink.

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• 03:20 PM

  Stroll Around the Temple and Enjoy the Zen Art

  Stroll through the spacious Japanese garden and enjoy the collection of Zen Buddhist art and installation works to understand what is Zen. Photo:Nobutada OMOTE

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• 06:20 PM

  Check in to Soratomori

  The hotel offers a tranquil retreat where you can harmonize body and mind, surrounded by nature.　Unwind in the healing waters of your very own open-air hot spring bath, located on your private balcony. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of the onsen in complete privacy and tranquility.

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Day2

• 06:30 AM

  Morning Wellness

  We'll start our day with a refreshing walking meditation to a nearby shrine. Immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere as you focus on your breath and the rhythm of your steps.

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• 11:00 AM

  Medicinal Cuisine Cooking Class

  Learn about the basic principles of medicinal cuisine, the effects of various foods on the body, and how to choose and portion ingredients based on our individual needs. Then, we will put our knowledge into practice by having a medicinal cuisine lunch.

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• 05:20 PM

  Dogo Onsen Town Stroll

  Enjoy the winter atmosphere of Dogo Onsen while experiencing foot baths and hand baths.

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• 06:30 PM

  Dinner (Regional Cuisine)

  A course of traditional Japanese cuisine featuring fresh seafood nurtured by the unique topography and currents of the Seto Inland Sea, complemented by seasonal local vegetables and other ingredients.

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Day3

• 12:40 PM

  Lunch (French)

  Savor a French course featuring the freshest, locally sourced vegetables.

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• 02:30 PM

  Strawberry Picking

  Experience the taste of freshly picked strawberries cultivated with care using sustainable farming techniques, including reduced pesticide application. Enjoy your harvest with a cup of tea and homemade strawberry jam at the farm's cafe.

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• 04:45 PM

  Singing Bowl Meditation

  Immerse yourself in a serene meditation experience in a historic 150-year-old house. Breathe in the purity of the air and the warmth of the wood as you harmonize with the resonant vibrations of singing bowls.

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• 06:30 PM

  Dinner (Robatayaki)

  Experience the authentic Japanese lifestyle by warming ourselves around a traditional irori hearth. We will savor Robatayaki (Japanese-Style Barbecue) grilled over hot coals, using fresh, local ingredients. It is a perfect way to unwind and appreciate the simple pleasures of life.

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Day4

• 09:50 AM

  Goma Fire Ritual at Ishiteji Temple

  Discover the ancient traditions of a 1300-year-old temple famous for its blessings of fertility and health. Take part in a sacred fire ritual to purify your spirit and ward off evil. Following the ritual, engage in the traditional practice of sand-stroking, using sacred sand gathered from 88 temples, to free yourself from worldly attachments and promote peace and well-being.

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• 01:15 PM

  Lunch (French)

  Savor a French course featuring the freshest, locally sourced vegetables.

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• 03:00 PM

  Lemon Valley Walk

  Take a refreshing stroll through Lemon Valley on Ikuchijima Island, the top lemon-producing region in Japan. Enjoy the invigorating scent of lemons as you walk.

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• 03:30 PM

  Art Appreciation (The Hill of Hope)

  Spanning 5,000 square meters, this garden is a serene sanctuary of white marble. Every element, from the shape and color of the surrounding landscape to the effects of wind, rain, and light, has been carefully considered. Visitors are invited to touch the marble and reflect upon the interconnectedness of nature, self, and the future.

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• 05:30 PM

  Fukuyama Station

  Your Tranquwell tour has come to an end. Return home with a renewed sense of self.