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Japan is a country that offers many opportunities for wellness travel, where you can relax your body and mind, and enjoy the benefits of various healing practices. One of them is Zen meditation, a form of Buddhist meditation that focuses on achieving self-realisation and enlightenment through sitting in silence and observing your thoughts. You can join a Zen meditation session led by a monk at one of the many temples in Japan, such as Zenkoji Temple in Nagano, or stay overnight at a temple lodging (shukubo) to experience the ascetic lifestyle.

Another wellness activity that you can try in Japan is yoga, which is a popular way to improve your physical and mental health. Japan offers some unique yoga experiences in natural settings, such as paddleboarding yoga in the sand dunes of Tottori, or morning yoga with panoramic views of the volcanic area of Aso in Kumamoto. You can also enjoy the scenery and culture of each region while practicing yoga.

If you prefer to soak in water, you can visit one of the thousands of onsen resorts in Japan, where you can find natural hot springs that are rich in minerals and have therapeutic effects on your skin and muscles. Some of the famous onsen destinations are Arima Onsen in Hyogo, Kinosaki Onsen in Hyogo, Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma, and Kurokawa Onsen in Kumamoto. You can choose from indoor or outdoor baths, and relax in the warm water.

For those who love nature, forest therapy, or shinrin-yoku, is a practice of immersing yourself in nature and using your senses to connect with the environment. It can help reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and boost your immune system. Japan has many forests that are designated as forest therapy bases, where you can join guided walks or overnight retreats. One of them is Shinanomachi Forest Therapy Center in Nagano, where you can enjoy the fresh air and the views of the Northern Alps.

Lastly, if you want to experience a different type of massage, you can try Thai massage, which involves stretching, pressing, and kneading your body to release tension and improve circulation. It can also help with pain relief, flexibility, and relaxation. There are many Thai massage salons in Japan, especially in big cities like Tokyo and Osaka. One of them is ERAWAN Thai Traditional Massage in Tokyo, where you can get a professional and authentic Thai massage.
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