Sacred Jomon Day Experience
Sacred Jomon Day Experience
Sendaiji, Ibaraki, Osaka 568-0098, Japan
Up to 4 in group
Mar 2, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Bamboo Spirit Resonance (竹霊�
- �鳴) – Gentle stretches and movements attuned to the vibration of bamboo to awaken life energy.
- Ancient Shinto Chants (古代祝詞) – Experience the power of sacred words that have harmonized humans with nature for millennia.
- Sound Bath (サウンドバス) – Deeply relaxing sound therapy to reset your nervous system.
- Ancient Meditation (古代瞑想) – Guided meditation practices inspired by Jomon traditions.
- Heart Purification at the Irori (囲炉裏で心の浄化ワーク) – A ritual for releasing emotional blocks while gathered around the traditional hearth.
- Magatama Creation (勾玉づくり) – Hands-on craft of sacred magatama beads as a personal talisman.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Naoko is a spiritual guide and meditation facilitator who leads the Jomon Ancestral Circle,
a non-religious ancestral pilgrimage retreat in the serene forests of Osaka, Japan.
She has guided thousands of participants in practices including
Breathwork and movement-based meditation
Sound healing and Hifumi Norito chanting
Nature connection and ancestral remembrance
Naoko is also the creator of the Japanese meditation YouTube channel “The Miracle Smile Forest”, followed by over 40,000 subscribers, sharing guided meditations, sound practices, and reflective exercises.
Her work is rooted in listening — to the land, the breath, and ancestral memory.
She holds sacred circles with a gentle presence and deep grounding, creating a space where participants naturally return to their inner rhythm and experience personal transformation.
Spiritual Orientation:
Jomon Ancestral Circle is non-religious.
Participants are invited to experience meditation, ancestral rituals, and body-based practices without adopting any doctrine or belief system.
This is a pilgrimage of listening and presence, not of faith or conversion.
Details of this retreat
Step into the sacred rhythm of ancient Japan with our Sacred Jomon Day Experience, a one-day retreat designed to reconnect your body, mind, and spirit to the primordial wisdom of the Jomon era.
Nestled in a serene bamboo forest in Osaka, this off-grid sanctuary allows you to leave modern distractions behind and immerse yourself in authentic ancestral practices.
This experience is intentionally limited to a few participants to honor the sacred nature of the land.
Once all spaces are filled, a waitlist will be opened.
Nestled in a serene bamboo forest in Osaka, this off-grid sanctuary allows you to leave modern distractions behind and immerse yourself in authentic ancestral practices.
This experience is intentionally limited to a few participants to honor the sacred nature of the land.
Once all spaces are filled, a waitlist will be opened.
Schedule
🌀 Jomon Ancestral Circle
4.5-Hour Sacred Transformation Retreat
11:00 – Arrival & Bamboo Spirit Resonance (竹霊共鳴)
Welcome tea and gentle bamboo-based movements to awaken the body, ground the nervous system, and attune your energy to the sacred land.
11:40 – Ancient Purification Chants & Sound Bath (古代祝詞・サウンドバス)
Experience ancient Shinto chants and crystal sound healing that purify emotional layers and harmonize body, mind, and spirit.
12:00 – 13:00 Sacred Village Lunch & Silent Integration
Enjoy a seasonal, village-style Japanese lunch prepared with care.
This quiet meal allows the soul to integrate the first half of the journey.
13:00 – Hearth Purification & Ancient Script Meditation (囲炉裏浄化・古代文字写経)
Sit around the traditional hearth and release emotional blocks.
Followed by sacred ancient script copying to reconnect with soul memory.
14:00 – Magatama Creation Ceremony (勾玉づくり儀式)
Create your own sacred magatama bead as a personal talisman and anchor of your transformation.
15:15 – Closing Circle & Blessing
A closing ritual of gratitude, intention setting, and soul sealing.
15:30 – Completion
4.5-Hour Sacred Transformation Retreat
11:00 – Arrival & Bamboo Spirit Resonance (竹霊共鳴)
Welcome tea and gentle bamboo-based movements to awaken the body, ground the nervous system, and attune your energy to the sacred land.
11:40 – Ancient Purification Chants & Sound Bath (古代祝詞・サウンドバス)
Experience ancient Shinto chants and crystal sound healing that purify emotional layers and harmonize body, mind, and spirit.
12:00 – 13:00 Sacred Village Lunch & Silent Integration
Enjoy a seasonal, village-style Japanese lunch prepared with care.
This quiet meal allows the soul to integrate the first half of the journey.
13:00 – Hearth Purification & Ancient Script Meditation (囲炉裏浄化・古代文字写経)
Sit around the traditional hearth and release emotional blocks.
Followed by sacred ancient script copying to reconnect with soul memory.
14:00 – Magatama Creation Ceremony (勾玉づくり儀式)
Create your own sacred magatama bead as a personal talisman and anchor of your transformation.
15:15 – Closing Circle & Blessing
A closing ritual of gratitude, intention setting, and soul sealing.
15:30 – Completion
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Jomon Ancestral Circle, Sendaiji, Ibaraki, Osaka 568-0098, Japan
Directions
🌀 Arrival & Meeting Point
All guests will gather at JR Ibaraki Station (Osaka).
From there, Naoko will personally pick you up and guide you to Jomon Ancestral Circle.If you arrive later than the scheduled meeting time,
please take a taxi from JR Ibaraki Station to the retreat location.
(The ride takes about 30–35 minutes.)
✈ From Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Take the JR Limited Express HARUKA to Shin-Osaka Station (about 50 minutes).
Then transfer to the JR Kyoto Line and get off at JR Ibaraki Station
(about 15 minutes).
✈ From Itami Airport (ITM)
Take the Osaka Monorail from Itami Airport Station to Minami-Ibaraki Station.
At Minami-Ibaraki Station, transfer to the Hankyu Kyoto Line,
then transfer again to the JR Kyoto Line to reach JR Ibaraki Station.
The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 40 minutes to 1 hour.
🚄 From Kyoto
Take the JR Kyoto Line to JR Ibaraki Station
(about 30 minutes).
After your booking is confirmed, we will personally provide all arrival guidance and location details by private message to ensure a smooth and safe arrival at our sanctuary.
You can ask questions, share your arrival status, and feel supported during your journey.
All guests will gather at JR Ibaraki Station (Osaka).
From there, Naoko will personally pick you up and guide you to Jomon Ancestral Circle.If you arrive later than the scheduled meeting time,
please take a taxi from JR Ibaraki Station to the retreat location.
(The ride takes about 30–35 minutes.)
✈ From Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Take the JR Limited Express HARUKA to Shin-Osaka Station (about 50 minutes).
Then transfer to the JR Kyoto Line and get off at JR Ibaraki Station
(about 15 minutes).
✈ From Itami Airport (ITM)
Take the Osaka Monorail from Itami Airport Station to Minami-Ibaraki Station.
At Minami-Ibaraki Station, transfer to the Hankyu Kyoto Line,
then transfer again to the JR Kyoto Line to reach JR Ibaraki Station.
The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 40 minutes to 1 hour.
🚄 From Kyoto
Take the JR Kyoto Line to JR Ibaraki Station
(about 30 minutes).
After your booking is confirmed, we will personally provide all arrival guidance and location details by private message to ensure a smooth and safe arrival at our sanctuary.
You can ask questions, share your arrival status, and feel supported during your journey.
Accommodation
Program Price
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Historic Japanese wooden architecture with thatched roof
Quiet forest environment, shielded from electromagnetic noise
Tatami and earthen floor spaces connecting you directly to the earth
Cozy communal areas for meditation, workshops, and sound sessions
Small two-story cottage (Kaguyatei) surrounded by bamboo grove
Outdoor spaces for walking meditation and connecting with nature
Private corners for reflection and journaling.
Quiet forest environment, shielded from electromagnetic noise
Tatami and earthen floor spaces connecting you directly to the earth
Cozy communal areas for meditation, workshops, and sound sessions
Small two-story cottage (Kaguyatei) surrounded by bamboo grove
Outdoor spaces for walking meditation and connecting with nature
Private corners for reflection and journaling.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Day 1 Dinner, Day 2 Breakfast ，Lunch and Dinner , Day 3 All meals together, Day 4 Breakfast.
Plant-based meals prepared with seasonal organic ingredients. Japanese cooking session included.
What's Included
- ・All workshop activities
- ・Light, nourishing traditional Japanese lunch and tea
- ・Handmade magatama bead to take home
- ・Ancient Sacred Chants for Soul Purification
- ・Sacred Ancient Script Calligraphy by the Hearth Fire
- ・Guidance from experienced retreat facilitator
- ・Personal pick-up and drop-off service between JR Ibaraki Station and the retreat location
What's Not Included
- Airfare and transportation to JR Ibaraki Station
- (Flights, trains, and any transportation to JR Ibaraki Station are not included.)
- Taxi fare if you miss the scheduled pick-up time at JR Ibaraki Station
- Accommodation (this is a one-day experience)
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, or additional meals outside of the program
- Any medical, travel, or personal insurance
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