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Mindfulness Meditation 5-Day Immersion
Kyoto, Japan5 daysMax 164.7(112 reviews)
About this retreat
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) was developed at UMass Medical School in 1979. Forty years of clinical research later, it remains one of the most well-studied approaches to managing stress, chronic pain, and anxiety.
This 5-day immersion covers the complete MBSR curriculum in a condensed format, led by a certified MBSR teacher. Kyoto's temple district provides the perfect environment: quiet, beautiful, and entirely unhurried.
Suitable for complete beginners and those with existing meditation experience.
What's included
- Complete MBSR curriculum
- 4 nights accommodation
- All meals
- Course workbook
- Post-retreat support resources
Not included:
- International flights
- Visa fees
Day-by-day schedule
Day 1MBSR foundations · Body scan · Informal practice
Day 2Mindful movement · Stress reactions
Day 3Sitting meditation · Mindful communication
Day 4Difficult emotions · Responding vs reacting
Day 5Integration · Personal practice design · Graduation
About the provider
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Kyoto Zen Garden
4.8 · 144 guest reviews
A traditional Zen meditation centre within a 400-year-old temple complex in eastern Kyoto. We offer authentic Zen practice in an environment unchanged for centuries.
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