F o r e s t   T h e r a p y

Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or “Forest Bathing,” Forest Therapy invites us to slow down, awaken the senses, and reconnect with the natural world.

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Rather than walking with a destination in mind, participants are gently guided through a series of invitations that encourage presence, curiosity, and connection. There is nothing to achieve and nowhere to get to. The forest becomes both companion and guide.

Set within the natural landscapes of Kintsugi Life Design and other carefully selected regional locations, Forest Therapy experiences unfold at a gentle pace, creating space to slow down, notice, and reconnect with both nature and self.

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Sessions conclude with a shared tea ceremony, offering an opportunity for reflection, gratitude, and connection.

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Participants often describe feeling calmer, more grounded, mentally refreshed, and deeply restored.

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No experience or special level of fitness is required — only a willingness to slow down and notice.

 

BENEFITS OF FOREST THERAPY

 

A growing body of international research suggests that time spent mindfully immersed in nature may support:

 

✧ Reduced stress and anxiety

✧ Improved mood and emotional wellbeing

✧ Reduced blood pressure and heart rate

✧ Improved focus, attention, and mental clarity

✧ Increased feelings of connection, vitality, and resilience

✧ Enhanced creativity, reflection, and overall wellbeing

 

Forest Therapy is increasingly being explored within healthcare, wellbeing, and social prescribing initiatives around the world.

 

LEARN MORE

 

Dr Qing Li, one of the world’s leading researchers in Forest Medicine, has spent decades exploring the relationship between nature connection and human health and wellbeing.

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Recommended resources

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✧ Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness — Dr Qing Li

✧ Shinrin-Yoku: The Art and Science of Forest Bathing — Dr Qing Li

✧ Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT)

✧ Research into Nature Connection, Wellbeing, and Social Prescribing

 

For those interested in exploring the evidence base further, a dedicated Research & Evidence page provides links to selected studies, articles, and resources.

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