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森の心・人の心 - Journey Through Life With the Wisdom of the Forest., Kawasaki-shi (2026)

Vision

We envision a world where everyone embarks on a lifelong journey of harmony with the forest. Guided by the Japanese concepts of Shinrin Yoku and Kokoro, our vision is to foster deeper connections between individuals and nature, promoting a shared understanding that we are part of a larger ecosystem. We strive to create a global community wherein the wisdom of the forest shapes the heart and mind of humanity, enhancing our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing while fostering a profound respect and responsibility for our natural environment. Mission

Our mission at 森の心・人の心 Journey Through Life With the Wisdom of the Forest is to inspire, educate, and empower individuals as they traverse their unique life paths, using the practices of Shinrin Yoku and the principle of Kokoro. As accredited Shinrin Yoku guides and instructors, we are dedicated to facilitating nature immersion experiences that foster deep, meaningful connections between the self and the natural world. We provide comprehensive, culturally respectful Shinrin Yoku /Forest Bathing training rooted in the Japanese tradition and in latest scientific evidence on the effect of Shinrin Yoku, but also in the global context, supporting the development of guides and instructors around the globe. Our goal is to nourish the human spirit, promote personal growth, and contribute to the global movement towards environmental sustainability and mutual respect between humans and nature. Our Values:
Interconnectedness: Inspired by Shinrin Yoku, or forest bathing, this value underscores the belief that we are all deeply connected to nature and to each other. Mindfulness: Both Shinrin Yoku and the concept of Enso encourage mindfulness and presence. Mindfulness is a commitment to engaging fully in our experiences and attending to each moment in a receptive and non-judgmental way. Harmony: Kokoro, representing the heart, mind, and spirit, emphasizes harmony within oneself and with others. Respect: Respect for oneself, for others, and for the natural world is a critical aspect of Shinrin Yoku, Kokoro, and Enso. This respect informs our behavior, guiding us to treat all living things with dignity and consideration. Personal Growth: The practices of Shinrin Yoku and the contemplation of Kokoro and Enso support our personal growth. They encourage self-reflection and self-understanding, guiding us on the path of lifelong learning and development. Wellbeing: Inspired by the health benefits of Shinrin Yoku, this value emphasizes a commitment to fostering physical, mental, and emotional health in ourselves and others. Creativity: The concept of Enso, representing the moment when the mind is free to let the body create, inspires us to value and cultivate creativity. Authenticity: The Japanese concepts urge us to be true to ourselves, to honor our unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions, and to act in ways that are consistent with our authentic selves. Resilience: The practices of Shinrin Yoku and the principles of Kokoro and Enso all support resilience, or the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties, adapt to change, and keep going in the face of adversity. Appreciation: The practice of Shinrin Yoku encourages us to appreciate the beauty and benefits of nature, while the concept of Kokoro calls us to appreciate our interconnectedness, and Enso reminds us to appreciate the beauty of the present moment and the creative process.

09/04/2026

Towards New Humanism

For 5 years, The Mindful Tourist: 森の心・人の心 ( The Heart of the Forest ・ The Heart of Human) has been offering immersive trainings and experiences that invite people to slow down, listen, and rediscover their relationship with the forest, with themselves, and with life.

For the past 4 years, this journey has been held in beautiful collaboration with Toyouke no Mori. Over time, this place and its people have become a meaningful part of our path. Thank you Hiro, Chie and Mayumi.

The words 森の心・人の心 carry the essence of what this work means to us. Mori no kokoro can be understood as the heart of the forest — the wisdom, presence and spirit of the forest and nature.

Hito no kokoro means the human heart — our inner world, our sensitivity, emotions, awareness, and capacity to feel, care, and connect.

Together, these words express something simple: when the heart of the forest meets the heart of the human, something begins to soften, open, and remember.

If you feel drawn to the forest, and if in your heart you sense that there is something you can do — for yourself, for others, and for our Mother Earth — perhaps this path is calling you too.

Towards New Humanism

Sometimes the forest is not only a place to visit. Sometimes it becomes a place to return to, to learn from, and to stand beside.

2026 cohorts
30 March – 3 April
6 – 10 April
18 – 22 May
25 – 29 May

#森の心人の心 foresttherapy MotherEarth ToyoukeNoMori

02/04/2026

Day 3
Cohort 9, 2026

A full day of practice: 9 guided sessions in total.
Today, the temperature dropped and the rain stayed with us throughout the day, yet the training continued and we spent 8 hours in the forest. Feeling rested and relaxed, we entered the practice with open minds and curiosity. Each session was unique and beautiful. Such a blessing to witness.

The atmosphere of the forest during the rainy day added something deeply mystical. Research suggests that under such conditions the concentration of phytoncides in the air may be higher, and the scent of cedar and pine could be felt all around us.

A morning visit to a sacred location, marked by torii gates, was a special gift.

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02/04/2026

Day 2
Cohort 9, 2026

Today was a full day of practice, beginning with a demonstration session led by Milena , founder of and . This was followed by the first live practice session facilitated by guides in training.

What is being practiced here did not begin today. The protocols have been built slowly and thoughtfully over the 10 weeks leading up to our arrival in Japan, and now they are beginning to take living form in the field.
To practice in Nara is deeply meaningful. Nara served as Japan’s capital from 710 to 784, and the Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara include major temples, shrines, the Nara Palace Site, and the sacred Kasugayama Primeval Forest. The area carries more than a thousand years of cultural and spiritual continuity, and the sacred forest itself has been protected from tree-felling and hunting since 841.
Surrounded by this depth of history, the atmosphere naturally invites respect, humility, and presence.

A morning journey to the bamboo forest was also one of the beautiful highlights of the day.

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14/03/2026

After five years of work in this field, there are now only 7 days left until the publication of this upcoming book: Your Guide to Becoming a Forest Therapy Guide: A Practical and Reflective Companion for Guided Shinrin-Yoku, Forest Bathing, and Forest Therapy Sessions, ISBN: 978-83-68042-40-5

At this stage, Chapter 1, 2 and part of Chapter 3 are now available through ResearchGate.

I offer these pages as a sincere companion for those who feel called to this path, whether as guides, practitioners, researchers, or simply as human beings trying to remember their relationship with the more-than-human world. 🥹

After observing my own evolution and the gradual formation of my views, I feel that several tensions deserve particular attention:

➡️Science and direct experience
➡️Knowing before experiencing vs experiencing before knowing
➡️The forest’s own therapeutic capacity vs the guide’s role
➡️Guided vs non-guided forest experience
➡️One-time encounter vs sustained practice
➡️Accessibility for all vs professionalization of the field
➡️Everyday human need vs medicalized intervention
➡️Separation from nature vs the deeper truth that we were never fully separate

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/401047670_Your_Guide_to_Becoming_a_Forest_Therapy_Guide_A_Practical_and_Reflective_Companion_for_Guided_Shinrin-Yoku_Forest_Bathing_and_Forest_Therapy_Sessions/references

Chapter 1 explores the historical and scientific roots of forest therapy, from phytoncide research to the practice itself, while also reflecting on possible cultural roots in Japanese spiritual traditions.

Chapter 2 looks at modalities of engagement with forests, from casual presence to guided practice, and asks how forest experiences become sustained practices of connection and intervention.

Chapter 3 examines why forest therapy guides may be needed today, particularly amid urbanization, environmental disconnection, and the growing mental health crisis.

̨pieleleśne

PDF | On Feb 22, 2026, Milena A Guziak published Your Guide to Becoming a Forest Therapy Guide A Practical and Reflective Companion for Guided Shinrin-Yoku, Forest Bathing, and Forest Therapy Sessions | Find, read and cite all the research you need on ResearchGate

06/03/2026

If you happen to be in Kyoto in April/May, I would warmly invite you to join us for an afternoon of meditation, reflection, and connection with nature.

Meditation, Nature Connection, and Reflective Journaling: Theory and Practice. Talk + Experience

⚫ Location: Ryukoku University
⚫ Date: April 28, 2026
⚫ Time: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Registration will open toward the end of March, and once registration begins, the final details will be confirmed and shared.

With gratitude to everyone helping bring this gathering to life. 🌿

Big thank you to:
⚫ Dougill John https://www.greenshinto.com/
⚫ https://writersinkyoto.com/
⚫ Paul Carty
⚫ Ryukoku University

住所

Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa