French Phytotherapy Authority to Visit Japan in May! The Healing Power of Plants Revealed: First Official Event in 7 Years & First Media Briefing Session
The Japan Gemmotherapy Association is hosting a special event and media briefing in May 2026, featuring the representatives of Herbiolys Institute, a highly-regarded French phytotherapy brand. This marks their first official visit to Japan in seven years, offering a unique opportunity to learn about the latest advancements in gemmotherapy and phytotherapy directly from the experts.
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The Japan Gemmotherapy Association (Location: 1-24-1 Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Yoko Moriyama) will invite Mr. Benoît Articlaux, representative of the Herbiolys Institute, a phytotherapy brand highly acclaimed as “top quality” in France, and Ms. Céline Articlaux, a naturopath, to Japan in May 2026.
To coincide with this visit, a media briefing session, the first to be held in Japan by the Institute, will take place on Monday, May 11th, in Jiyugaoka, Tokyo. This is a unique opportunity to directly interview the head of the French Institute about the philosophy of the Herbiolys Institute, which is highly trusted by European medical professionals and experts, and the latest insights into gemmotherapy, a plant stem cell therapy that is constantly evolving. Individual interviews can also be arranged for interested media outlets.
Prior to this, on Monday, May 4th, a special event will be held in Shinagawa, Tokyo, marking the first visit to Japan in seven years since the COVID-19 pandemic. This special day will allow anyone to experience the cutting-edge world of European phytotherapy, touching upon the latest trends in France, the home of phytotherapy, and various case studies. The venue will also feature a space where attendees can experience with all five senses the essence of high-quality phytotherapy nurtured by the rich land of France.
This will be a valuable and unprecedented opportunity to cover the world view and prospects of phytotherapy from both Japanese and French perspectives.
We kindly request your coverage.
◆ [May 4th Herbiolys Institute Special Event in Japan Related Page]
https://www.gemmotherapy-store.jp/herbiolys-gemmtherapy-event2026/
*Media professionals are welcome to cover this event. If you wish to do so, please apply using the form below.
◆ [Herbiolys Institute Representative Visit Media Briefing Application Form] *Application Deadline: May 8th
https://forms.gle/BZvs2SgiSfdpCYz88
Herbiolys Institute, from the “Holy Land of Gemmotherapy,” Visits Japan for the First Time in 7 Years! A Special Event to Experience the Authentic Worldview
The “Herbiolys Institute Visit to Japan Event” is a special program open to everyone. It is a special event where you can learn and experience with all five senses the latest developments and practical examples of phytotherapy widely used in France and other European countries, while touching upon the authentic worldview of gemmotherapy, a cutting-edge phytotherapy using tree buds, and phytotherapy, which is richly ingrained in people's lives as “European traditional medicine.”
Through the words of the director and experts of the Herbiolys Institute, renowned in France as the “highest quality brand of phytotherapy,” you will touch upon the essence of the “healing power” that plants bring. In addition, we will clearly explain the world of phytotherapy that can be utilized in daily life for self-care, interweaving clinical cases and specific application examples from both Japan and France.
[Event Outline]
Event Name: Herbiolys Institute Visit to Japan Event “Gemmotherapy and French Phytotherapy”
Organizer: Japan Gemmotherapy Association
Date: Monday, May 4, 2026, 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Venue: Pacific Garden Shinagawa (Address: 2-16-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Participation Fee: 12,000 yen (Special price until April 12. Applications after April 13 will be at the regular price of 13,000 yen.)
*Includes interpretation. Includes a buffet-style lunch and social gathering.
Event Website:
https://www.gemmotherapy-store.jp/herbiolys-gemmtherapy-event2026/
<What is Gemmotherapy?>
Gemmotherapy is a French-born phytotherapy that uses the “power of plant buds” to restore the balance of mind and body disrupted by irregular lifestyle habits and stress, and to activate the body's inherent healthy vitality.
Gemmo essences extracted from the undifferentiated stem cell tissues of plant buds and young shoots promote the excretion of unnecessary toxins and waste products from the body, enhance circulation, and fundamentally boost the body's inherent “balancing power” and “adaptive power.” In the field of natural medicine, it is a “cutting-edge phytotherapy” that is attracting attention mainly in Europe. In Japan, the Japan Gemmotherapy Association officially introduced gemmotherapy to Japan in 2015 in partnership with the Herbiolys Institute. Since then, the number of users nationwide has increased year by year, and it has been adopted by experts in various fields, including medical professionals.
<About the Phytotherapy Brand “Herbiolys”>
A phytotherapy brand based in Hautes-Alpes, France, with a reputation as the highest quality brand of “plant stem cell therapy gemmotherapy.”
Based on the philosophy of “phytotherapy that lives in harmony with the rhythm of nature,” it cherishes a unique manufacturing method of extracting useful ingredients in a fresh state immediately after harvesting plants, and aims to utilize the rich vitality of plants as they are in remedies. Herbiolys products use only plants grown organically and without pesticides in all processes, and are certified with the “Organic Agricultural Product AB Label,” which has cleared the strict standards of the French government, and the “Nature & Progrès” certification, the oldest and most authoritative organic farming promotion organization in France. This mark is allowed to be used only for products that do not contain any additives in all processes from cultivation to product processing. Herbiolys products are widely supported by medical professionals and natural medicine experts in various European countries because they can be used safely for precious beings, from babies to pregnant women, the elderly, and even pets.
[Herbiolys Institute Introduction Special Page]https://www.gemmotherapy-store.jp/herbiolys2025-2/
◆The Mysterious Power Residing in Buds ~ A Special Lecture to Learn from Plant Specialists
Benoît Articlaux, Representative of Herbiolys, and Céline Articlaux, Naturopath, will take the stage!
Herbiolys, a phytotherapy brand loved by over 800 herbal stores throughout France. The guests invited to this event are Mr. Benoît Articlaux, the representative, and Ms. Céline Articlaux, a leading professional in natural medicine. Through the words of these two specialists, who are highly trusted by medical professionals and natural medicine experts in France, we will delve into the core question of “why plants can regulate us so much.” We will share the blessings and richness of “phytotherapy that lives in harmony with the rhythm of nature,” advocated by the Herbiolys Institute, with the audience, incorporating the latest trends in French phytotherapy and various clinical cases.
・Mr. Benoît Articlaux
Representative of the French phytotherapy brand Herbiolys.
Based at the institute in Hautes-Alpes, southern France, he is engaged in the manufacture and research of gemmotherapy, a phytotherapy using plant buds.
Inheriting the Herbiolys Institute in 2009, he continues to create remedies that prioritize environment and quality, while preserving the unique manufacturing method of immediate maceration (extraction) at the plant harvesting site, following the philosophy of the founder, Dr. Gérard Ducerf.
・Ms. Céline Articlaux
French naturopath.
As the brand manager of the Herbiolys Institute, she is also involved in educational and promotional activities for gemmotherapy and phytotherapy. She was also involved in the production of the specialized book on gemmotherapy, “Gemmothérapie – Les incroyables bienfaits des bourgeons,” and is engaged in activities to convey knowledge of phytotherapy to medical professionals and naturopaths.
◆Utilizing the Wisdom of French Forests in Japanese Life ~ Learn About “Life with Phytotherapy”!
Phytotherapy is a “treasure trove of wisdom” that can be utilized in all aspects of daily life as self-care. In France, “phytotherapy in daily life,” where people first rely on the power of herbs to regulate their mind and body when they feel unwell, has been deeply rooted since ancient times. It is not merely a treatment method, but a rich lifestyle itself, listening to the rhythm of nature and cherishing oneself. On the other hand, here in Japan, there is also a history of a rich herbal culture rooted in its unique climate. For us Japanese, the way of life of the French people, who live with plants, is familiar and relatable.
This event will introduce many actual application examples in Japan, focusing on “gemmotherapy (plant stem cell therapy),” which condenses the vitality of French forests. Specialized lecturers and therapists will clearly explain various cases that address specific concerns that are prone to discomfort in this era, such as sleep, circulation, and emotional fluctuations.
◆Experience it Yourself! The World of Phytotherapy You Can Drink, Talk About, and Touch
At the event venue, a full lineup of essences directly from the Herbiolys Institute, nurtured by the rich land of France, will be available. In a special space where you can actually see, touch, and taste the delicate energy and powerful vitality of “Gemmo,” “Phyto,” and “Flower Essences,” you can deeply experience the highest quality plant power of the Herbiolys Institute with all five senses.
At the tasting corner, you can actually pick up and taste essences that condense the fresh energy of freshly picked plants. In addition, individual consultation booths with specialized therapists will be set up. We will practically propose how the power of plants can support various concerns and disruptions in body rhythms that you face in your daily life, tailored to each individual's constitution.
This is your own special “prescription” guided by professional counseling. Please experience the world of phytotherapy that brings harmony to mind and body.
◆A Rich Exchange with a Seated Buffet Lunch
This event offers a relaxing time to enjoy the world of phytotherapy while savoring seasonal delicacies that are gentle on the body and mind, served in a seated buffet style. During lunchtime, the two guests from the Herbiolys Institute in France will also join the attendees. This is a luxurious and at-home exchange where you can directly hear about “what authentic phytotherapy is” and “how it is incorporated in France.”
[First Time in Japan] Information on the Herbiolys Institute Media Briefing Session
To coincide with the first visit in seven years by the head of the Herbiolys Institute, whose quality is highly regarded by medical professionals and experts in France and other European countries, a media briefing session for the Institute will be held in Japan for the first time on Monday, May 11th.
In recent years, as interest in self-care has grown in Japan, “gemmotherapy (plant stem cell therapy),” which utilizes the vitality of plant buds, is attracting attention from experts in various fields as a new option. At this briefing session, Mr. Benoît Articlaux, representative of the Institute, and Ms. Céline Articlaux, a naturopath, will introduce the latest developments in gemmotherapy, which has further deepened since the COVID-19 pandemic, along with application examples in Europe and clinical cases in France.
In addition, Yoko Moriyama, representative of the Japan Gemmotherapy Association, will provide a detailed explanation of the future prospects of gemmotherapy in Japan, which has seen further expansion since its official introduction to Japan in 2015 based on a partnership with the Institute.
This briefing session, the first to be held in Japan, will be a valuable opportunity to directly interview the head of the French Institute. It is a unique occasion to cover cutting-edge European phytotherapy, which is attracting attention from medical professionals and experts in various fields who aim for both mental and physical health, from multiple perspectives of France and Japan.
Individual interviews can also be arranged for interested media outlets.
We understand that you are busy, but we kindly request your attendance.
◆ [Media Briefing Session Outline]
・Date and Time: Monday, May 11, 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (Reception opens at 10:30 AM)
・Venue: Herboristerie Le Sourire (1-24-1 Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo)
・Organizer: Japan Gemmotherapy Association
・Content: *Briefing session with interpretation.
1. Introduction of the philosophy and activities of the Herbiolys Institute, France
2. Latest trends and clinical cases of plant stem cell therapy “Gemmotherapy”
3. The spread of phytotherapy from the perspectives of both Japan and France, and future prospects
4. Q&A, photo session, individual interviews
・Attendees:
Benoît Articlaux (CEO, Herbiolys Institute)
Céline Articlaux (Naturopath, Brand Manager, Herbiolys Institute)
Yoko Moriyama (Representative, Japan Gemmotherapy Association)
Aika Moriyama (Director, Japan Gemmotherapy Association)
◆ [May 11th Media Briefing Session Application Page] *Application Deadline: May 8th
https://forms.gle/BZvs2SgiSfdpCYz88
*You can also cover the “Herbiolys Institute Special Event in Japan” on Monday, May 4th.
If you wish to do so, please apply using the form above.
◆ [About Individual Interviews]
For media outlets wishing to conduct individual interviews, please apply using the interview application form above.
We will arrange a separate time after coordination.
◆ [Inquiries Regarding This Matter]
Japan Gemmotherapy Association Contact: Moriyama
TEL: 050-8880-7568
MAIL: info@gemmo-therapy.jp
About the Japan Gemmotherapy Association
Engaged in activities to promote and educate about French phytotherapy gemmotherapy. In partnership with the Herbiolys Institute, it conducts official education, research, and promotional activities for phytotherapy in Japan.
[Association Overview]
Organization Name: Japan Gemmotherapy Association
Location: 1-24-1 Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Yoko Moriyama
Business Activities: Official education, research, and promotional activities for phytotherapy in Japan
Established: 2015