5 English-friendly wellness spots in Japan

The term “wellness” has been spreading worldwide as a wake-up call for us to be conscious of our health and lifestyles. It has also taken the forefront in Japan, with examples including yoga, meditation, and retreats. You may be one of those who are looking for how and where you can embark on your wellness journey in Japan. Although you can encounter something that works for you, a doubt might arise in your mind: what if I am not fluent enough to take classes and programs in Japanese?

Do not worry. There are some exceptional places offering English-friendly classes and programs in Japan. The following five wellness spots will support your healing journey either in bilingual or English.

Nami Yoga Studio (Tokyo)

 

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Nami Yoga Studio is one of the renowned bilingual yoga studios in Tokyo. Friendly and experienced instructors guide you through vigorous or relaxing sessions using their own techniques.

Beautiful yoga retreats in harmony with nature in Japan are occasionally held. One example is a four-day program in Amami Island, Tokyo. The program offers not only daily yoga and meditation classes but also detox and cleansing sessions, including massages and the making of traditional rice drinks.

During the four-day retreat in Hakuba, Nagano, participants can learn new meditative practices through nature walks and sketching, in addition to the traditional sitting practice. These nature-centered retreats are packed with amazing content.

Snow Crystal Yoga & Wellness (Nagano)

 

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Do you crave the wellness experience in nature while experiencing the transformation of the fantastic Japanese seasons? Snow Crystal Yoga & Wellness would be a sweet spot for you. They introduce visitors nourishment and healing for their bodies and minds, eventually allowing visitors to discover something new about themselves in the village, where they can experience the seasonal changes with all five senses. The courses range from yoga and meditation in nature to local cuisine cooking, tea ceremonies, and wearing Yukata or Kimono. They believe that these slow-paced experiences bring about self-discovery and self-development.

Tamisa (Kyoto)

 

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Tamisa has been spreading their message of diversity, connection, and the circulation of pure energy to all who connect with them since they opened their doors in 2005. You can experience these aspects by simply participating in their classes.

However, they would like you to extend your curiosity to their initiatives outside of yoga classes if you want to educate yourself on a deeper level from the perspective of oneness. Would you like to find a connection with nature? Go and try the healthy and delicious vegan foods in their adjoining cafe, Vegout, in the Shichijo Kamogawa Studio. You can also build a connection by wearing their ethical outfits, which can be found in YinYang in the same building as the Sanjo Teramachi Studio.

The Vancouver Sky Studio (Osaka)

 

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If you are looking for a carefree space where you can release tension and open your mind in Osaka, The Vancouver Sky Studio can be the place for you. It is located in front of Nakanoshima Park, which is well-known as an urban oasis. Their class variety is quite wide, and they offer some English-based classes such as vinyasa flow yoga and deep stretching. Additionally, some Japanese-based classes can be offered bilingually if there are English speakers, so do not hesitate to contact the studio.

In the spring and summer, park yoga sessions are also held on Saturdays in Nakanoshima Park. Why not breathe deeply and wake up your body and mind while enjoying the stunning view in the park?

The Yoga Tree (Okinawa)

 

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Classes at the Yoga Tree are all English-friendly, as they are held either in English or bilingually. So you feel free to try them whenever you are free. The studio, especially, suits you if you practice flow-based yoga.

Their yoga retreats offer people tips for self-care of their bodies, minds, and souls to restore their health by staying at a prestigious hotel and participating in activities, mainly in nature.

You may have given up on your wellness journey in Japan because of the language barriers. However, I truly advise you that you do not need to. Instead, you can keep motivating yourself and step into your healing journey with one of these places.

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