Healing in Nature: Meditation & Paddleboarding Retreat in Nikko!

Join us for our upcoming weekend retreat on October 10th-12th in Nikko. There are just 5 spots for this one.

The theme of this retreat is Healing in Nature, and we’ll be right next to the beautiful Lake Chuzenji, surrounded by mountains and autumn colors right at the start of kōyō season. This is one of my favorite “power spots” in Japan. (For more pictures check my post here)

📝 What We’ll Do

• Paddleboarding on Lake Chuzenji (beginner friendly)
• Guided meditation and somatic practices in nature and beach
• Onsen and time to really rest
• Journaling, reflection, and non-judgmental conversation
• Digital detox (we’ll take your phone Friday evening and return it Sunday after lunch)

📍 Meeting Point
We’ll meet at Nikko Station at 5:51pm on Friday.
Head back to Tokyo around 3pm on Sunday.
(You’re welcome to stay in Nikko longer if you want to.)

🏡 Accommodation
We’ll all stay at my friend’s remodeled Finnish-style house near the lake. It’s cozy, simple, and perfect for a community retreat. There are two semi-private rooms and 2 shared rooms. First come first serve.

🍽️ Food

• 5 meals included (Sat breakfast → Sun lunch)
• Simple, nourishing food (vegetarian-friendly)
• Car transport to/from Nikko station included
• ❌ Friday dinner not included, so please eat beforehand or grab a bento.

💴 Price
36,000 yen per person. Covers lodging, meals, paddleboards, and local transport.

🙏 Dana (Generosity)
To make this more affordable/accessible, I don’t take profit as your meditation guide. At the end, if you’d like, you can offer dana (donation) from the heart. Whatever feels right, cash during the retreat or later.

❌ Not Included

• Train from Tokyo to Nikko (about ¥3,500 one way)
• Friday dinner

👟 What to Bring

• Warm layers (October mornings and evenings are chilly)
• Comfortable pants (2 pairs), long sleeves, sweater, rain jacket
• Shorts + hiking shoes + long socks
• Water bottle, toothbrush, snacks
• Journal and pen
• An open mind to try new practices!

🔗 How to Join
RSVP on meetup and then fill out the following form / questionnaire complete your payment. Important: Your spot is reserved only once you fill out the form and complete the payment

About Your Guide

Misha Yurchenko is a Tokyo-based meditation teacher and founder of Tokyo Mindfulness. After burning out from his venture-funded startup, he now guides others on their healing journeys with a practical mix of meditation, breathwork, and nervous system work. Author of Meditation that Heals, Misha has trained on retreats worldwide and lives in Nerima with his family.

Looking forward to seeing you there!