[Okinawa, Nanjo Retreat] A journey to return to your true self while harmonizing with sacred places, the sea, and the forest.

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• This retreat in Chinen, a sacred site in Okinawa, offers a chance to reconnect with yourself and nature. Through beach cleanups, forest maintenance, and other activities that nurture nature, you'll experience the connection between your own inner peace and well-being. The ocean overlooking Kudaka Island, the forest imbued with prayer, and the tranquil village—the time spent there will remind you of the preciousness of life that you may have forgotten amidst your busy daily life. This is not a tourist trip; it's a time to reflect on your own life while engaging with nature and contributing to the future of the community.
• Beach cleanup experience
• This program is designed for residents of Chinen and those involved with Okinawa, offering opportunities for local rediscovery and interaction. Participants will walk along the coast and through the forests surrounding Seifa Utaki, participating in beach cleanups and forest maintenance activities. While engaging with the local nature, culture, and history of prayer—things we often overlook—participants will also learn about the challenges the community faces, such as aging and environmental conservation. It's not just about enjoying nature; by helping to maintain the community with your own hands, you'll cultivate a sense of attachment and pride. After the activities, there will be time for dialogue, providing an opportunity to build new connections and friendships with the community. This experience will allow you to feel that Chinen is not just a place to live, but a place to grow together.
• Beach cleanup, forest restoration activities, seaside meditation, sacred site walks, interaction with local residents, creating a third place.
• Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and rejuvenate your mind and body in Chinen, a sacred place in Okinawa. Spend time by the sea overlooking Kudaka Island and in the tranquil forest, participating in beach cleanups and forest maintenance activities. Time spent in harmony with nature is also time to rejuvenate your own inner self. While immersing yourself in the culture of prayer and the view of nature, you will remember the "sense of being alive" and "connection" that are often forgotten in the city. Recommended for solo travelers and those at a turning point in their lives.
• A mental reset, connections with friends, discovering a second place, and reconnecting with nature.
• This program is designed for residents of Chinen and those involved with Okinawa, offering opportunities for local rediscovery and interaction. Participants will walk along the coast and through the forests surrounding Seifa Utaki, participating in beach cleanups and forest maintenance activities. While engaging with the local nature, culture, and history of prayer—things we often overlook—participants will also learn about the challenges the community faces, such as aging and environmental conservation. It's not just about enjoying nature; by helping to maintain the community with your own hands, you'll cultivate a sense of attachment and pride. After the activities, there will be time for dialogue, providing an opportunity to build new connections and friendships with the community. This experience will allow you to feel that Chinen is not just a place to live, but a place to grow together.

Meeting time:

• 10 o'clock

Meeting place:

• Sea and Forest Retreat - Okinawa Future Academy - neco tourism

address:

• 405-1 Chinen Kudeken, Nanjo City

For those arriving by car:

• From "Haebaru Minami IC," take Prefectural Road 86 for about 30 minutes. The parking lot at the top of the hill is convenient.

For those coming by train:

• Take the monorail to "Asahibashi" station, then take the Toyo Bus No. 38 Shikiya Line to "Seiba Utaki Iriguchi" bus stop (10 minutes). Pick-up service from the bus stop is available.