Finding Yourself in the Breathing of the Cedar Forest: A Slow Healing Trip to 'Washinmura' in the Suburbs of Tokyo

As the train slowly leaves the bustling city of Tokyo, after about an hour's ride, the scenery outside the window transitions from the coldness of steel and glass to the deep greenery of Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture. Hidden there is a forest resort named "Washinmura" (Harmony Heart Village). Here, there are no noisy guide whistles, only the sound of the wind rustling through the leaves and animals lightly treading on the soil.
For travelers longing to escape daily life and find comfort in nature, Washinmura is not just a place to stay, but more like a gentle breathing exercise. Handcrafted by the village chief from Taiwan, Mr. TK Yihsiang Lin, this land embodies a yearning for a free life, allowing every visitor to feel the weight of life anew in the embrace of the forest.

Embracing the World's First CLT Treehouse, Feeling the Warmth of Wood
Standing among the trees in Washinmura is a structure that is full of the warmth of modern craftsmanship yet perfectly integrated with nature—the world's first Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) treehouse.
A Perfect Fusion of Sustainable Architecture and Lifestyle
This treehouse is built using advanced Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT). The all-cypress plywood construction gives the interior a faint forest aroma. The village chief shared that this structure has excellent insulation and soundproofing, so even on slightly cool winter mornings, the room remains filled with spring-like warmth.
Through the large floor-to-ceiling windows, sunlight traces the silhouettes of trees onto your bed. You can sit by the window, without needing to think about anything, just watching the colors of the forest shift over time. This tranquility of coexisting with nature is the most precious gift the CLT treehouse offers to travelers.
▲ The world's first CLT treehouse is located at Washinmura in Chiba, Japan.

A Time-Traveling Traditional House and Nordic Tents Under the Stars
Besides the avant-garde treehouse, Washinmura also houses the memories of time.
- 200-Year-Old Traditional House: This is an old house that retains the traditional soul of Japan. The rustic feel of stepping on tatami mats and the traces of time left on the wooden beams make guests feel as if they have stepped into the everyday life of the old Japanese countryside, experiencing a slow and profound rhythm of living.
- Nordisk Asgard Nordic Tents: If you desire closer contact with the earth, the luxury glamping tents here provide an ultimate sense of openness. The high-ceiling design ensures there is no feeling of confinement indoors, and at night, you only need to look up to see the stars twinkling among the treetops.
This is also a settlement where animals coexist. Cats doze under the eaves, and goats stroll through the satoyama. In the early morning or at dusk, you can try walking slowly through the forest with the group of cats; in this quiet and respectful interaction, your soul will also become lighter.
▲ Washinmura in Chiba, Japan, sparks a forest tourism trend with its healing ecosystem.

A Hidden Gem Known Only to Japanese: The Secret to a 50% Return Rate
For a long time, Washinmura has been a private spot "known only to Japanese travelers," boasting a return rate of up to 50%. There is no excessive tourist packaging here, only the most authentic natural ecology and sense of living.
From Social Media to a Global Perspective
Recently, as many travelers have spontaneously shared moving videos of comfortably coexisting with the forest and animals, this originally low-profile accommodation has begun to attract global attention. For those seeking healing, animal lovers, or families, Washinmura does not offer standardized itineraries, but rather a "naturally occurring daily healing." In this undisturbed time, you are free to find your own corner in the forest, allowing the pace of life to naturally slow down.
▲ The popular Nordisk Asgard luxury glamping tents at Washinmura in Chiba, Japan.

Embark on Your Own Forest Healing Journey
To allow more Taiwanese travelers to easily experience this beauty, bookings are now officially open on the Washinmura official website.
All-Inclusive Experience and Limited Giveaway Campaign
Now, simply by booking the three-day, two-night "World's First CLT Treehouse" all-inclusive experience through the official website, you can enjoy an exclusive chartered car transfer and a Mandarin-speaking butler service. This itinerary will take you deep into local hidden gems without the crowds, elegantly experiencing the charm of Tokyo's suburban secrets under the arrangement of a dedicated butler.
[Win and Go! A Forest Tour Worth 168,000 TWD]
To celebrate the launch of the official website, Washinmura is specially launching a limited giveaway campaign:
- Prize: One winner, four travelers! A three-day, two-night treehouse trip worth 168,000 New Taiwan Dollars.
- How to participate: From now until May 31, visit the campaign website (https://reurl.cc/2aKWGX) and enter your Email to join.
- Bonus mechanism: Inviting friends to register can accumulate more raffle tickets, increasing your chances of winning.
This is an invitation departing from Taiwan to the depths of the forest's soul. No long journey is needed; with just a thought, you can step into this healing ecosystem and fall asleep with the breeze in the treehouse.
- Washinmura Official Website: Click here to book your forest time (https://treeavel.washinmura.jp/)
- Giveaway Campaign Website: Enter your Email to participate (https://reurl.cc/2aKWGX)
- Facebook Page: Explore more of Washinmura's daily life (https://www.facebook.com/washinmura/)