Kyoto TCM & Onsen Retreat

An exclusive journey into Kyoto’s ancient wellness traditions, where Traditional Chinese Medicine meets the restorative power of Japan's sacred hot springs. Guided by Zoey Gong, a chinese medicine food therapist, registered dietitian, and born-and-raised Shanghainese and Victoria Walters, a California-born international creative director and brand consultant who has been exploring Japan for the past 14 years and living there for the past seven.  

Tour Highlights

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    Full pre-travel support from VISA, to what to bring, to important logistics.

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    Up to 8 people per tour to ensure an intimate, inspiring, and comfortable experience.

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    Daily wellness treatments and nourishing meals inclued in the price.

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    Top quality accommodation in the heart of Kyoto for the best hospitality.

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    No rushed itinerary or forced shopping, only curated quality experiences.

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    Daily learning and Q&A session with your tour guides Zoey and Victoria.

6-Day Itinerary

Itinerary is subject to slight change due to weather and other circumstances.

Day 1

  • Meet in Kyoto and group Introductions

  • Welcome gift set

  • Afternoon tea  

  • Temple & Garden Walk

  • Evening Welcome TCM Dinner

Day 2

  • Morning yoga session

  • Midday shiatsu massage & yomogi steaming

  • Local shops & exploration

  • Herb-focused dinner with seasonal ingredients

Day 3

  • Nature Immersion 

  • Hot Springs & Kurama Onsen, a sulfur spring with outdoor bath, indoor bath, and sauna

  • Wellness Activities, Light Lunch, Discussion

  • Medicinal dinner with seasonal foods  

Day 4

  • Morning Energy Flow Activity

  • Midday Rice Enzyme Bath

  • Medicinal Lunch at a location run by a Kanpo Phramacy

  • Kanpo Tea Workshop/Shopping

  • Seasonal Dinner and Reflection Session

  • Group Journaling with Herbal Tea

Day 5

  • Daytrip transit

  • Onsen & Sauna Immersion

  • Relaxation and hydration 

  • Dinner featuring medicinal or seasonal cuisine 

Day 6

  • Closing TCM/Kanpo Consultations

  • Reflection and Connection with light lunch 

  • Comfort food meal with local ingredients  

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