Mount Takao Silent Retreat
Mount Takao is a power spot that has been said to be home to gods since ancient times. Why not escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and experience a day of ascetic training surrounded by nature ?
In the sacred silence , you can take a break from talking and indulge in a dialogue with yourself, feeling renewed and refreshed. A luxurious time to free your mind and body awaits you.
A wide variety of programs will help you reset your mind and body and discover new things. Even those without experience can participate with confidence.
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Time: 8:00-18:00
Location Mount Takao, Mount Takao Yakuoin Temple
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What makes this retreat special?
A day of spiritual training in silence
Mysterious Mount Takao, where you can feel the footsteps of Yamabushi
The taste of vegetarianism, with gratitude for all life
An exciting adventure surrounded by nature
A variety of mindfulness programs
schedule
08:00-10:00 Mountain climbing meditation
10:00-12:00 Morning work
12:00-13:00 Takao-san Yakuo-in Temple, vegetarian cuisine, eating meditation
13:00-15:00 Afternoon work
15:00-16:00 Descending and sharing experiences
16:00-18:00 Cafe time (optional)
Morning session
Become aware of yourself and deepen your introspection
Learn and practice the fundamentals of mindfulness
Mindfulness is a meditation method from Buddha that was developed into a program at an American medical school, and by removing any religious overtones, it has been designed to be accessible to anyone.
Through various meditation practices, you will become aware of the sensations of your body and mind, listen to your true self, and practice accepting yourself as you are by becoming aware of the stories you unconsciously tell yourself and the automatic thought patterns you have.
As a result, your mind will become calm and you will begin to feel a sense of peace and warmth towards yourself.
Lunchtime
Eating Meditation
At the Takao-san Yakuo-in Temple Vegetarian Cuisine Lunch Session, you can enjoy vegetarian cuisine that is imbued with the wisdom of mountain monks and the blessings of nature while meditating on the food. Making use of the natural flavors of the ingredients, we will serve a dish that has undergone countless activities, with respect and gratitude for life, and with the spirit of "Itadakimasu," we will deliver a blissful time that will harmonize your mind and body.
Lunch venue: Takao-san Yakuo-in Temple
Afternoon seating
Valued self and others
In the morning, you built a relationship with yourself through self-talk. From here, you will deepen your bond and realize your own importance. This realization will naturally spread to others, and the whole community will experience mindfulness.
Mindful yoga connects the mind and body
Empathy work to understand our common humanity
Loving-kindness meditation, etc.
Once the silence is over, we will share the experiences of the day as we make our way down the mountain, and then, if you wish, we will have a chance to chat over tea in a lovely café at the base.
What you get from the retreat
Stress reduction and relaxation : Relax your mind and body through silence and meditation in nature.
Improve your focus : By calming your thoughts and focusing on your breathing, you can improve your focus and efficiency.
Improve self-esteem : Regaining self-confidence by facing yourself and accepting yourself as you are.
Inner peace : Spend time in silence, ride the waves of your emotions, and regain a sense of calm.
Improve sleep quality : Regulate your autonomic nervous system to sleep soundly, recover from brain fatigue, and recharge your energy.
Improved relationships : By being more connected to yourself, you will be able to communicate more easily with those around you.
Mindfulness : Connect deeply with yourself and gain awareness to live more authentically.
Recommended for:
People who tend to be other people's center and get tired of always trying to fit in with others
The chatter in my head won't stop
I get anxious thinking about things and can't sleep
I want to reduce stress and refresh myself in nature.
Increase your focus and improve your performance
Those who want to deepen their mindfulness practice
People interested in mindfulness
"Through this experience, I learned the difficulty of accepting and facing oneself, and the comfort of wishing for the happiness of others. Climbing the mountain without talking and following the cards seems to have given me a better perspective on things. I had never meditated for long periods of time before, but by the end of the experience, energy welled up from within, and my mind and body were so refreshed that I forgot I had been climbing a mountain. It was a truly mysterious and wonderful experience. I would like to participate again next year."
Sole proprietor in his 40s
Event details
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Time: 8:00-18:00 (Meet at 8:00)
Location Mount Takao, Mount Takao Yakuoin Temple
Address: 2177 Takao-cho, Hachioji City, Tokyo
Fee: 12,000 yen (tax included)
Meal cost: 4,400 yen (tax included) Please prepare by yourself
inquiry
aco.yamagata@studio-mindflow.com
access
train:
Meet in front of Kiyotaki Station on the Mount Takao Cable Car
For those arriving by car:
After parking in the parking lot, meet in front of Takaosan Cable Car Kiyotaki Station
Mount Takao and Mount Takao Yakuoin Temple
2177 Takao-cho, Hachioji City, Tokyo
Parking Information
https://www.takaosan.or.jp/access/#car