Beppu Onsen 'Nanoka Hitomeguri' Retreat to Host 'Iyanavi in Beppu Onsen,' a Wellness Tourism Program Supervised by a Certified Public Psychologist

Toji-Gurashi Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Beppu City, Oita Prefecture; CEO: Shizuka Kanno), which operates the 'Nanoka Hitomeguri' retreat facility dedicated to restoring mind and body through modern-style hot spring therapy (Toji), will host 'Iyanavi in Beppu Onsen,' a residential self-care seminar planned and supervised by certified public psychologist and clinical psychologist Tsutomu Sako, starting Saturday, May 16, 2026.

■ 'Iyanavi in Beppu Onsen' Event Overview

'Iyanavi' is a wellness tourism program supervised by Mr. Sako, an expert in medicine, psychology, and science. By combining 'scientific medicine, nature, and meditation,' the program aims to awaken one's latent 'dormant power' and 'active power.' This Beppu event integrates Nanoka Hitomeguri's hot spring programs and gut-health workshops based on the 24 solar terms with locally-inspired activities to provide an experience of 'healing' and 'reclaiming one's true self.'

Certified Public Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist: Tsutomu Sako

With over 15 years of experience in psychiatric general hospitals, Mr. Sako has spent 14 years conducting psychological testing, counseling, and cognitive behavioral therapy/psychoeducation programs in outpatient and ward settings, as well as managing a team of psychologists as a department head.

Event Name: Iyanavi in Beppu Onsen

Dates: May 16 (Sat) – May 18 (Mon), 2026

Venue: Toji Retreat Facility 'Nanoka Hitomeguri' (Ogura, Beppu City, Oita Prefecture)

Organizer: Iyanavi - Tsutomu Sako (Clinical Psychologist / Certified Public Psychologist / Meditation Instructor / Sleep & Mental Health Expert)

Cooperation: Toji-Gurashi Co., Ltd.

【Itinerary】

Day 1: 5/16 (Sat)

Check-in (14:00)

Health assessment & hot spring counseling

Five-element seasonal cooking workshop

Relaxation session to improve sleep quality