Five Senses Mindfulness Experience
Sharpen your senses and take a moment to connect with yourself in silence.
This is an experiential plan that combines the unique style of savoring books with all five senses, called "Gokan-sho (五感書)," and breathing techniques.
Sharpen your senses and take time to connect with yourself quietly.
You can spend time calming your mind and facing yourself by combining a unique style of experiencing books through the five senses, called "Gokan-sho," with breathing techniques.
The scent of ink, the rhythm of grinding ink, the weight of the brush, the ink color bleeding on washi paper, and the tranquility of the space.
Please enjoy an experience that combines the quiet atmosphere of Iga's castle town with 'calligraphy', one of Japan's traditional cultures.
The five senses writing mindfulness experience is
'Five Senses Calligraphy' is a unique style proposed by calligrapher Fukuji Ko, which encourages experiencing calligraphy through the five senses. Through the act of writing, it leads to a meditative time that allows one to deeply connect with oneself by richly perceiving the senses.
Instructor Introduction | Calligrapher Yukiyuki Fukuchi
Born in 1965 in Iga City, Mie Prefecture. Studied under Mr. Kakuo Inoue and Mr. Gakudo Ukishima. Received awards at the Yomiuri Calligraphy Exhibition and the Seichu Calligraphy Association Exhibition. Awarded the Japan Art Honorary Prize at the 2025 Art Expo in Paris and the 2025 Orsay International Art Prize. In the Iga region, their style of calligraphy is named "Gokan Sho" (Five Senses Calligraphy), and they have established a unique method that integrates their life experiences, studies in psychology, and the world of calligraphy. They continue to engage in activities that provide time for self-reflection during travel.
For more details, visit: https://www.ko-bo-syoan.com/
Flow of experience
Check-in starts at 15:00.
Experience starts at 15:30.
First, I will explain the mindfulness experience through writing. This is a preparatory time to accept the current situation as it is, through the medium of 'writing.' All the tools used in the experience are related to the regions of Mie and Iga. Upon your return, you will receive a gift of postcards or files made from Iga's traditional washi paper.
- Inkstone: Ogatsu inkstone
- Ink: Suzuka Ink (Traditional Craft Product)
- Brush: Kumano brush
- Paperweight: A work by the Iga ceramic artist, Mr. Jo Shin.
- Half paper: Inshu washi
- Postcard / Carry file: Ise washi "Bashō"
Practice of Breathing Techniques
I focus on myself through my breathing.
Open the five senses and enjoy the act of writing.
This is a time to face yourself, the space, and the arrangement of tools without looking at others.
You will write down your name, what you feel today from within, and words of gratitude.
Tea time
While enjoying tea from Iga Yukari (or herbal medicine and herbs), you will spend a relaxing time sharing your thoughts and experiences.
When you return, we will present you with a shinobigami as a souvenir.
The shinobigami is created by Mr. Fukuchi, and it is printed on handmade washi paper in business card size. Each one is infused with an original essential oil to match the nuances of the text. It is an item that you can discreetly keep in your wallet or planner, allowing you to casually enjoy the five senses.
Duration of the event
Year-round
※ The following dates are not available for reservation.
・January 2, 2027 (Saturday) to January 13, 2027 (Wednesday)
・December 23, 2027 (Thursday) to December 27, 2027 (Monday)
Experience fee
13,500 yen per person (including tax and service charge)
Things included in the experience fee
・Five Senses Writing Experience
（Self-finished five senses writing / Take-home file / Shinobigami）
・Poetry Notebook
Experience time
Duration: Approximately 70 minutes
Time: 15:30 to 17:00
Experience location
●Guests staying in the following rooms will experience it inside the room.
101,102,201,302,SUITE VILLA NOZAKI501
Guests in other rooms will experience it in the space on the second floor of the dining area.
capacity
1 person to a maximum of 8 people.
multilingual support
Not permitted
Reservation
Until 6 PM, 7 days prior
※ If you are "only reserving an experience," please apply after completing your hotel stay reservation. Please note that simply answering the form does not complete the hotel stay reservation.
Cancellation Policy
Free until 3 days prior, after which a cancellation fee will apply.
Experience-inclusive accommodation plan
We also have a lodging package plan that includes this experience (with two meals included).
The flow of your stay.
Day -1
Check-in starts at 15:00.
15:30 - Five Senses Book Mindfulness Experience
19:00〜 Dinner
Customers who have reserved this activity can choose from gentle teas for the body, such as rooibos tea.
9:00 PM - Relaxing bath time in the guest room
Book through the official website to receive a sake lees bath as a gift.
Day -2
8:00 - Breakfast
We also recommend enjoying a morning bath or a morning walk before breakfast.
9:30〜 Reflection on the past two days in the guest room
Presenting a writing notebook for composing haiku related to Iga. While recalling the five senses mindfulness experience, please write down a "final word of the journey."
12:00 checkout
Important Notes
Children are not allowed to participate.