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Shinrin Yoku Certification Training in Japan
Learn the art and the science behind forest bathing and get certified as a Shinrin Yoku Guide in Japan, where Shinrin Yoku (森林浴) or Forest Bathing was originated.
Here at The Mindful Tourist, we aim to provide a conducive environment for you to go deep into the vast and transforming world of forest. Connect to yourself, experience the profound healing powers of nature and share your passion with the world.
Get world-class guide training in amazing location.
Experience Shinrin Yoku in our prototype training and get inspirations to create a your unique Shinrin Yoku experiences.
Learn to share your skills with other like-minded people. Understand what it takes to make a fun and effective learning environment, first-hand.
Complete our 15-week online training before arriving to Japan. Only limited spaces are available (up to 5 people).
Our assitant will guide you every step through the process before arriving to Japan for the 4-night immersive in-nature training.
Learn to share your skills with others in training. Understand what it takes to make unique Shinrin Yoku sessions.
Week 1-5
Week 6-10
Week 11-15
TMT Co-founder, Creative Director, and Head Instructor
PhDEng, MScPsy Candidate
Central European Time, 1h30/session
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CEO, Co-Founder, Program Creative Director, and Head Instructor of The Mindful Tourist
Milena spent nearly 17 years abroad, including 10 years in Japan. She first encountered Japanese culture when she went on a one-year internship in Japan during her studies in England. That year changed her life. After graduating with a degree in chemistry, she relocated to Japan with the purpose of embarking on a PhD course in engineering. During this time, explored the forests and cultural corners of Japan and taught at universities using ‘reflective education’ and a ‘student-centered approach’.
It was in the forest that she found her path and ‘befriended’ her past filled with sexual abuse. It was there that she found her creative soul and the goodness within herself that still accompanies her until these days.
Her belief in the goodness of people and connection to nature, her academic background, knowledge of teaching methods and the Japanese language have allowed her to create informative trainings. She is the author of the guide and instructor courses; until now she has trained almost 50 guides worldwide.
In Nara: Chie’s Organic Farm House
Price does not include airfare or any travel or medical insurance, transportation, meals or drinks outside of what is specified above, alcoholic beverage.
The food and drinks offered during the tour are carefully selected by The Mindful Tourist with the help of our local partners. They are whole-foods, plant-based meals.
The groups are small (up to 5 people)l, often an international mix of nature lovers, practitioners, and, at times, writers and bloggers. Photos will be taken during the program and used for our website. By signing up, you give us the permission to use the photos you appear on.
Traditional Japanese style accommodation with futons or Japanese mattresses is part of the program to give guests an authentic Japanese experience. The accommodation on our itinerary come with a shared bathroom and a shared bedroom, which is common in Japan.
As part of the practice, all meals throughout your stay are self-prepared, but as a community, using Chie’s fresh organic vegetables picked from her farm located on property. You are expected to wash the utensils used after you are done with the meals.