About this program
At Amanemu, wellness begins with water: the immersion is anchored in Japan's sixth-century onsen tradition, using mineral-rich thermal springs to soften muscles, calm the mind, and support circulation. The Mindfulness, Relaxation & Stress Control Immersion offers a fully personalised schedule that starts and ends with private consultations, so each day's therapies and activities are calibrated to your stress levels and goals. Guests receive two to three specialist sessions each day, plus a 60–90 minute spa treatment and group movement classes, creating a steady cadence of care that lets decision fatigue fall away. Traditional Japanese practices like zazen meditation, ritual tea ceremony, shiatsu, acupuncture and aquatic bodywork are woven through the programme to release deep-held tension and cultivate inner stillness. This is wellness rooted in centuries of Japanese wisdom and contemporary understanding of nervous system regulation
Key outcomes
Program Overview
| Duration | 5 days - 4 nights |
|---|---|
| Age range | 18 — 65 |
| Fitness levels | All Levels |
| Primary focus | Guiding guests from chronic tension and mental overload into a slower rhythm through mineral-rich hot springs, daily therapies, mindful movement, and Japanese contemplative rituals |
| Type | Flexible |
| Prerequisites | This is Prerequisites |
| Medical restrictions | This is Medical Restrictions |
Experiences & Services
Dietary Approach
Meal Philosophy
Sample day schedule
| Time | Activity | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 06:30 AM | Quiet onsen soak or mindful walk overlooking Ago Bay | 1 Hour |
| 07:30 AM | Light, goal-aligned breakfast | 1 Hour |
| 08:30 AM | One-to-one session with a specialist or instructor | 1.5 Hours |
| 10:00 AM | First therapeutic block: zazen meditation, tea ceremony, or mindful movement | 1 Hour |
| 11:00 AM | Rest interval: herbal tea, stillness, nature pause | 1.5 Hours |
| 12:30 PM | Spa treatment (60–90 min): shiatsu, acupuncture, or aquatic bodywork | 1.5 Hours |
| 02:00 PM | Quiet lunch (seasonal, Japanese wellness-aligned) | 2 Hours |
Program pillars
Sessions
Zazen Meditation & Mindfulness Coaching
Benefits: Reduced anxiety and mental noise, improved focus and emotional regulation, portable tools for stress management at home, deeper sense of inner stillness
Guided zazen (sitting meditation) practice with one-to-one coaching on techniques to calm mental chatter, manage anxiety, and cultivate present-moment awareness
Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony (Chanoyu)
Benefits: Deep presence and mindfulness, understanding of Japanese aesthetics and philosophy, slowing of nervous system through ritual, sense of peace and contemplation
An immersive, ritualistic tea ceremony guided by a master practitioner, teaching mindful presence, respect, aesthetics and the meditative power of ritual movement
Venue & location
Amanemu
Amanemu, Ise-Shima National Park, Kii Peninsula, Japan
Amanemu is set within Ise-Shima National Park on Japan's Kii Peninsula, overlooking Ago Bay's island-dotted waters and surrounded by wooded hills. The property is designed as a calm, water-centred village anchored around a 2,000-square-metre spa built around a vast hot-spring bath. Onsen pavilions, watsu pool, treatment suites, fitness centre and yoga studio create an immersive healing environment. The combination of pristine natural beauty, sacred landscape (near Ise Shrine), and contemplative design supports deep relaxation and cultural immersion.
Country: Japan
State: Mie
City: Hisai-motomachi
Venue Highlights
Transport Information
| Distance from nearest city | 160 km |
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| Nearest city | Nagoya |
| Transport option | Additional |
Safety & Standards
COVID-19 & Health Protocols
Lead Experts
Dr Basil
Trained in zazen and Japanese contemplative traditions; specialised in nervous system regulation and stress management coaching; 12+ years experience leading wellness immersions
This expert brings deep knowledge of Japanese wellness philosophy and contemporary neuroscience around stress and relaxation. With warm presence and expertise, they guide guests through meditation practice, tea ceremony and the cultural context of Amanemu's healing approach, making ancient traditions accessible and personally transformative
Dr Atira
Certified Thai Massage and Ayurvedic Massage Therapist; 12+ years of spa and retreat experience
Second This expert brings deep knowledge of Japanese wellness philosophy and contemporary neuroscience around stress and relaxation. With warm presence and expertise, they guide guests through meditation practice, tea ceremony and the cultural context of Amanemu's healing approach, making ancient traditions accessible and personally transformative
Health assessments
- Blood pressure
- Heart rate variability
- Body composition analysis
Testimonials
The natural setting and outdoor spaces support fresh air exposure and wellbeing
Thermal facilities, spa treatment rooms, and communal spaces are cleaned and sanitised according to high standards.
What makes this program unique?
Mindfulness, Relaxation & Stress Control stands apart as an immersion rooted in six centuries of Japanese onsen wisdom combined with contemporary understanding of nervous system regulation. Rather than generic spa treatments, every element—from mineral-rich thermal springs to zazen meditation, tea ceremony, shiatsu, acupuncture and aquatic bodywork—works together to release deep-held stress and restore calm. Each day is fully personalised: consultations ensure your 2–3 daily specialist sessions, spa treatment, and meals align with your unique stress patterns and goals. The setting itself—pristine natural beauty, sacred landscape near Ise Shrine, minimalist design—acts as a co-healer. The result: guests don't just leave rested, but transformed—with practical mindfulness tools, deeper understanding of stress, and restored capacity for genuine relaxation
Accommodations
Amanemu suites and villas take inspiration from traditional ryokan with natural materials, woven shutters, expansive decks and many featuring their own private onsen baths. Rooms overlook Ago Bay's island-dotted waters and surrounding wooded hills, creating a serene, nature-immersed environment. Each space is designed to support rest and reflection, with minimalist aesthetics and thoughtful details that encourage unwinding and contemplation
Suite with Private Onsen
Villa with Private Onsen
Ocean View
Pricing packages
Mindfulness, Relaxation & Stress Control – 3-Night Immersion
3+ nights' accommodation in a suite or villa (many with private onsen), pre-arrival or on-arrival wellness consultation, daily 60–90 minute personalised spa treatment at the Aman Spa (choice of shiatsu, acupuncture, aquatic bodywork or other therapies), two to three private specialist sessions per day (meditation coaching, tea ceremony, acupuncture, mindful movement, etc.), daily group movement classes (gentle yoga or mindful fitness), three wellness-cuisine meals created in line with personal goals, unlimited access to thermal springs and hot-spring facilities, steam room, dry sauna, fully equipped fitness centre and outdoor yoga spaces, use of bicycles and private onsen, wellness amenities in-room, access to spa gardens and relaxation pavilions
Mindfulness, Relaxation & Stress Control – 4-Night Immersion
5+ nights' accommodation in a suite or villa (many with private onsen), pre-arrival