WINE & WELLNESS RETREAT, NOZAWA ONSEN, JAPAN.
TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF AGAIN. RETREAT, INDULGE, RESTORE.
Join Rowie Geraerts (@spiritualpretzel) in her adopted home Nozawa onsen in Japan as she collaborates with local families and businesses on this unique Wine & Wellness Yoga Retreat.
Enjoy a blend of massage, mindful movement, and indulgence through the pleasures of local farm to table cuisine with Nozawa’s finest chefs.
Explore your yoga practice (weather it’s just beginning, well established or somewhere in-between), cultivate mindfulness, balance and joy; immersing yourself in rejuvenating yoga sessions, delectable farm to table cuisine, and the charm and tranquility of this picturesque town. Feel embraced by nature and this charming town surrounded by mountains, tranquil streams, lush green landscapes, and pristine hot springs.
Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today and prepare to indulge in an experience that blends wine, wellness, and the reconnecting power of yoga and time in nature.
Meticulously curated to ensure an unforgettable experience, this retreat is time that you take that gives back to you and can be felt by those around you upon your return.
Choose from a luxurious 3-night, 4-day retreat or for those seeking a shorter stay, a 2-night option is also available. Whether you come on your own or with a friend, there are private and twin-share room options to suit your preferences. Rest assured that the retreat group size is limited to 12 guests, ensuring an intimate and personalised experience.
2024 SNOW SEASON RETREAT DATES Friday- Sunday/Monday*
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN
🍇 MARCH 15th - 18th 2024
PRIVATE/TAILORED retreats available on request. Please email Rowie so she can help organise an unforgettable, tailor made experience for you and your partner/group..
Spaces limited, book now to reserve your place. Contact Rowie via email at spiritualpretzel@gmail.com or reach out via message/call on WhatsApp or Line at +81 907 162 5816.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit in the enchanting setting of Nozawa Onsen during Green season. Take time for yourself again, Book your retreat now
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
✨ Luxury accommodation at Sakaya Ryokan (Choose between twin-share or private single occupancy rooms)
✨ 1 x 1hr Massage w local massage therapist
✨ Twice daily yoga and meditation classes, led by Rowie @spiritualpretzel (Mornings: Rejuvenating Vinyasa flow yoga & Evenings: Calming slow stretch yin yoga)
✨ Sakaya Ryokans exclusive natural onsen, sauna, cold plunge and showers, in addition to Nozawa’s 13 community onsens.
✨ Nightly dinner degustations featuring farm to table cuisine and Nozawa's finest chefs
✨ 1 glass of wine or local sake with every dinner
✨ Daily healthy and hearty brunch to nourish your body and heart including coffee/tea.
✨ Guided Snow shoe tour (includes snow shoe rental)
✨ Natural wine tasting by the mountain side.
✨ Coffee/tea and cake at a local cafe
✨ Premium non-slip natural rubber yoga mats and yoga props provided by Shizen Collective.
✨ Unlimited use of Nozawa’s community natural hot spring baths.
✨Shizen Members card which entitles you to a 10% discount at Shizen Collective, inclusive of Shizen Cafe, Yoga Classes and future retreats with Shizen Collective/Rowie.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
✨ Transport to Nozawa onsen (‘getting here’ information listed below)
✨ Tax (10% consumption tax added to invoice)
✨Food/drinks not listed on itinerary/inclusions
OPTIONAL LUXE LIFE ADD ONS:
✨Extra Massage (1 included in booking) Thai Massage/ Reflexology/ Balinese oil Massage/ Shiatsu Massage with qualified local therapists. (¥8000-¥9000 per session)
✨ Private Yoga session or teacher mentoring with Rowie: ¥6000- ¥7000
Sample Itinerary:
DAY 1 (FRIDAY)
1pm ~ Arrive & check in. Guest leisure time: optional onsen/optional massage/free time.
4.00pm. Welcome drink & chat with Rowie
4.30pm-5.30pm Grounding Slow Stretch Yin Yoga with Rowie @Shizen Collective
6.00pm Dinner Degustation dinner including wine/sake
DAY 2 (SATURDAY)
(Suggested fast although coffee, tea & fresh fruits are available)
8.00am-9.15am Yoga & meditation with Rowie.
9.30am-11.00am Healthy & hearty Brunch including coffee/tea.
11:00am - 1pm Snow shoe nature walk (guided).
11.00am-4.30pm Guest leisure time: optional onsen/optional massage/free time.
4.30pm-5.45pm Slow Stretch Yin Yoga & meditation with Rowie @Shizen Collective
6.00pm Dinner including complimentary glass of wine.
DAY 3 (SUNDAY)
Suggested fast although coffee, tea & fresh fruits available.
8.00am-9.15am Yoga & Meditation with Rowie
9.30am-11.00am Healthy & hearty Brunch including coffee/tea.
*2pm 2night retreat guests check out.
5.00-6.15pm Yin Yoga with Rowie
6.30pm Dinner degustation with Wine/sake
DAY 4 (MONDAY)
Suggested fast although coffee, tea & fresh fruits available.
8.00am-9.15am Yoga & Meditation with Rowie
9.30am-11.00am Farewell Brunch including coffee/tea
11.00am Room check out (option to leave luggage at Hotel)
11.00am-12.30pm Guest leisure time: optional onsen/optional massage/free time.
1.00pm Farewell
*Please note that there may be slight changes to the itinerary.
INVESTMENT/PRICE & ROOM OPTIONS:
3 night all inclusive package:
Private: ¥150,000
Twinshare: ¥130,000
2 night all inclusive package:
- Private: ¥125,000
- Twinshare ¥105,000
*Returning Pretzels (repeat retreaters with Rowie) and Shizen Member card holders receive ¥10,000 discount.
To enquire and secure your spot on retreat please contact Rowie via email, text or call: spiritualpretzel@gmail.com +819071625816
Once your place on the retreat has been confirmed, payment can be made via Direct bank transfer (Japanese or Austarlian bank account or via Wise money transfers or Paypal (however paypal fee’s will be added to invoice.)
GETTING TO NOZAWA ONSEN
Closest International Airport: Tokyo Haneda/Narita
Shinkansen (bullet train):
Iiyama station is the nearest stop on the Shinkansen from Tokyo.
The Shinkansen (Bullet train) from Tokyo or Ueno, to Iiyama station is about one hour and 40 or 50 minutes. It’s fairly easy to get here, and there’s usually a shinkansen train once every one or two hours.
From Iiyama to Nozawa Onsen.
From Iiyama train station, there is a direct bus (private coach transfer) to Nozawa onsen, The Nozawa onsen liner. The Nozawa Liner can be found to the left of the exit and will drop you off at the central bus stop in the village. It costs ¥600p/p. The village is compact so it is just a short 5-10 minute walk to the hotel from there.
Private Transfer/Taxi from Iiyama to Nozawa Onsen.
Private transfer taxis can be arrange for you from Iyama to the hotel. Please let us know in advance if you would like to book these services. The transfer price starts from ¥6000-¥7000.
Driving:
The journey from Tokyo will take from 4-5 hours by tollway/car. It costs about ¥10,000 for highway tolls. The highway speed limit is usually 100kph but please look out for exception signs. Please note that there is zero tolerance for driving under the influence. During the green season there is free parking available in the village. Please let us know in advance if you will require a parking space and we will direct you to the parking.