Connect with Nature
Connecting with Nature:
Experience the authentic life of Satoyama and Satogawa, where the wisdom of the past meets the sustainability of the future.
Reconnecting with Nature:
A Path to Renewal and Serenity
Connecting with Nature
Take part in the authentic life of Satoyama and Satogawa through an experience in Aki-ota. Feel and understand a sustainable way of life linked to unique landscapes and rooted for generations. It is not a place of the past, but of a new future.
It is a place to reconnect, to revitalise, to create new projects with the bright stars you can gaze at night as the limit. It is a place to reach a peace of mind that will give you strength and courage. It is right here, within reach. Life is a choice.
With the pace of life that is constantly accelerating in a world culture of speed, the power of now is to reconnect with our essence, to slow down and feel, to walk barefoot on the same ground that our ancestors did. Akiota is a place to reconnect and to feel the beating heart of Japan. It is a place to receive the mysteries and healing power of nature and forests.
Connecting with Nature
Take part in the authentic life of Satoyama and Satogawa through an experience in Aki-ota. Feel and understand a sustainable way of life linked to unique landscapes and rooted for generations. It is not a place of the past, but of a new future.
It is a place to reconnect, to revitalise, to create new projects with the bright stars you can gaze at night as the limit. It is a place to reach a peace of mind that will give you strength and courage. It is right here, within reach. Life is a choice.
With the pace of life that is constantly accelerating in a world culture of speed, the power of now is to reconnect with our essence, to slow down and feel, to walk barefoot on the same ground that our ancestors did. Akiota is a place to reconnect and to feel the beating heart of Japan. It is a place to receive the mysteries and healing power of nature and forests.
Forest Therapy in Aki-ota
Aki-ota is a certified forest therapy base. In Japan, this practice is called “Shinrin-yoku”. “Shinrin” means “forest”, and “yoku” means “bath”, bathing in the forest. Walking in the forest is an incredible multi-sensory experience. All these sensations—the light beaming through the foliage, the song of the streams, the melody of the birds, the touch of the moss or the bark, the rustling of the leaves in the wind—are part of the experience. They are the necessary elements. This incredible therapeutic approach is really effective to reduce the imbalance that appears in the form of aches, pain, inflammation, infections, anxiety, stress, sleep disorders or depression...
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Shinrin-yoku:
Healing the Body and Mind Through Nature
Letting nature enter us through all our senses allows a gentle serenity to settle within us. There’s an almost immediate sense of well-being.
This ancient technique of practicing mindfulness is allowing us to reconnect to the earth's magical power, and connect to our body inner wisdom to heal. Direct contact with nature by immersing our feet in the water, waking bare feet on the grass, or hugging a tree, is a powerful way to balance our body. It strengthens our immune system, stimulates our energy, improves our concentration and memory, elevates our mood and heightens our creativity. It’s fascinating how Nature heals both body and mind.
Shinrin-yoku experiences give you a sense of well-being and wonder. It is a way to revitalize and rejuvenate. It is a bridge between the outer nature and your inner lands. It is a place to find stillness and to open to oneness.
Letting nature enter us through all our senses allows a gentle serenity to settle within us. There’s an almost immediate sense of well-being.
This ancient technique of practicing mindfulness is allowing us to reconnect to the earth's magical power, and connect to our body inner wisdom to heal. Direct contact with nature by immersing our feet in the water, waking bare feet on the grass, or hugging a tree, is a powerful way to balance our body. It strengthens our immune system, stimulates our energy, improves our concentration and memory, elevates our mood and heightens our creativity. It’s fascinating how Nature heals both body and mind.
Shinrin-yoku experiences give you a sense of well-being and wonder. It is a way to revitalize and rejuvenate. It is a bridge between the outer nature and your inner lands. It is a place to find stillness and to open to oneness.
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Cycling Tours
Aki-ota offers cycling tours as a way to experience the beauty of nature and the richness of local culture. Cycling over every fold of the Earth, you can feel its pulsations, take in the landscapes and discover the small details in between destinations. Riding enables you to experience the land with your five senses, to appreciate the changes of atmosphere, vegetation, altitudes, and energies. It gives you the chance to see the breathtaking landscapes and to take part in unique activities that will make you discover the soul of the region and its culture.
Different options allow you to combine cycling with another adventure.
Adventure and Bike
Are you up for the challenge? Cycle from one outdoor adventure to the next. Experience the rush of adrenaline, play and laugh your way through it all. Zip-line, kayaking, SUP and much more is waiting for you to experience the ultimate thrill!
Art Craft and Bike
Get ready for our amazing creative tour! Cycle through the region and discover the incredible art that awaits you. Open your mind and unleash your creativity in our exciting workshops, including ceramics, wood carving, and Japanese cooking.
Digital Nomads
You are a digital nomad and looking for an amazing and unique experience?
This is your chance to truly experience Japan! Aki-ota is just 40 minutes from the vibrant city of Hiroshima. You can enjoy the best of both worlds: high quality lifestyle in nature with a high-speed connection and the city is just a short weekend trip away.
The view of the small villages is stunning, with the overlapping roofs of traditional dwellings creating a beautiful scene. Here you can only be in Japan. From the traditional tatami floor where you sit, you'll be inspired by the breathtaking landscapes, from the morning mist to the fireflies in the evenings. Connecting with the locals will allow you to meet kind, heartfelt people.
And when you need to escape, you can enjoy the outdoors and adventure activities, or recharge and connect with the soothing and healing energy of the forest.
You are a digital nomad and looking for an amazing and unique experience?
This is your chance to truly experience Japan! Aki-ota is just 40 minutes from the vibrant city of Hiroshima. You can enjoy the best of both worlds: high quality lifestyle in nature with a high-speed connection and the city is just a short weekend trip away.
The view of the small villages is stunning, with the overlapping roofs of traditional dwellings creating a beautiful scene. Here you can only be in Japan. From the traditional tatami floor where you sit, you'll be inspired by the breathtaking landscapes, from the morning mist to the fireflies in the evenings. Connecting with the locals will allow you to meet kind, heartfelt people.
And when you need to escape, you can enjoy the outdoors and adventure activities, or recharge and connect with the soothing and healing energy of the forest.
Bike and Yoga
Are you ready to combine cycling with mindfulness practices ? It is our relax and detox tour. Diving in the healing power of nature and ancient techniques, you will feel revitalized. Through Yoga, Forest therapy, and Meditations you come to a sense of deep serenity and well-being.
Bike and Beer
Do you love tasting local flavors? Then this is the perfect tour for you! Cycle and discover our local breweries, tasting their high quality product and specialties. You will enjoy beer, sake and whisky tasting.