3 Day Zen & Ikigai Retreat with Spa near Tokyo, Japan
3 Day Zen & Ikigai Retreat with Spa near Tokyo, Japan
Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan
Up to 4 in group
Sep 25 - 27, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Rediscover your purpose and gain clarity about the next chapter of your life through a deeply personal Ikigai journey in Japan.
- Leave the retreat with a clearer understanding of who you are, what truly matters to you, and the direction you want to move forward.
- Create your personal Ikigai roadmap with practical insights to bring more meaning, balance, and purpose into your daily life.
- Experience a small group retreat limited to only 2 to 4 guests, allowing for deep personal guidance, meaningful conversations, and a truly intimate transformation.
- Receive three days of personalised Ikigai coaching with Charlize, a certified Ikigai and Mindfulness Coach, to explore your values, strengths, passions, and purpose.
- Release what no longer serves you through mindfulness, breathwork, guided reflection, and Soul Writing practices designed to create inner clarity and emotional renewal.
- Transform your life experiences into wisdom through the Japanese art of Kintsugi and discover how your challenges can become part of your strength and personal story.
- Create your own handmade Kintsugi piece as a meaningful reminder of resilience, self acceptance, and your unique journey.
- Stay in a beautiful private hotel room in Kamakura, with peaceful surroundings and relaxing spa experiences to support your reflection and renewal.
- Experience the healing energy of Kamakura, a sacred city surrounded by mountains, forests, temples, and the ocean where Japanese wisdom has flourished for over 800 years.
- Immerse yourself in authentic Japanese traditions through mindful temple visits, bamboo forests, cultural experiences, and a meaningful Kimono Walk.
- Reconnect with yourself through a slower pace of living inspired by Zen philosophy, mindfulness, and the Japanese way of finding beauty in everyday moments.
- Develop greater self awareness, confidence, and resilience to navigate future life changes with a stronger sense of purpose.
- Return home feeling refreshed, inspired, and connected to yourself with a renewed vision for the life you want to create.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Charlize Kang is a certified Ikigai and Mindfulness Coach, author, and compassionate guide who helps people reconnect with themselves and rediscover the meaning and purpose in their lives.
With a background in Ikigai philosophy, mindfulness practices, positive psychology, and personal transformation, Charlize creates a safe and supportive space where guests can slow down, reflect deeply, and gain a clearer understanding of who they are and what truly matters to them.
She is the author of “I Divorced and Here I Am: 18 Untold Stories of Life After Divorce and the Journey Back to Yourself,” and has dedicated her work to supporting people through times of change, uncertainty, and personal growth.
Through her retreats, Charlize gently guides guests to explore their values, recognize their unique strengths, release what no longer serves them, and discover a renewed sense of direction for their next chapter.
By combining the wisdom of Ikigai, mindfulness, and Japanese traditions, she helps guests return home feeling more connected, balanced, and inspired to create a life aligned with their true purpose.
Details of this retreat
Discover Your Ikigai in the Heart of Japan
Most people spend years searching for their purpose without ever finding it.
Not because it does not exist.
But because discovering your purpose requires more than reading a book, attending a seminar, or taking a personality test.
It requires stepping away from the distractions of everyday life, immersing yourself in a place that invites reflection, and experiencing a journey that allows you to reconnect with yourself on a deeper level.
Kamakura Is That Place
Nestled between ancient forested mountains and a breathtaking coastline, Kamakura is one of the most naturally beautiful and spiritually alive cities in Japan.
Here, mountain trails lead to centuries-old Zen temples, peaceful bamboo forests create moments of stillness, and the beach glows golden at sunset as the day quietly releases everything it carried.
For over 800 years, this sacred city has been a place where people came to reflect, reconnect, and discover a deeper way of living.
There is something about standing between the mountains and the sea that quiets the mind, softens the heart, and reminds you of what truly matters.
This is the perfect environment to discover your Ikigai.
A Three Day Journey of Self Discovery
Over three immersive days, Charlize will guide you through a deeply personal journey of self-discovery combining three hours of personalised Ikigai coaching each day with carefully designed Japanese experiences that reveal your unique purpose.
Through guided reflection, meaningful conversations, and self-discovery exercises, you will explore the four pillars of Ikigai:
What you love.
What you are good at.
What the world needs.
What brings meaning and value to your life.
The Japanese experiences are not separate activities.
They are carefully integrated into your journey, helping you reflect, gain new perspectives, and connect more deeply with yourself.
Every conversation, every reflection, and every experience has a purpose.
Together, they help you understand your story, recognise your strengths, release what no longer serves you, and uncover the path that feels truly aligned with who you are.
This is not a retreat where you simply relax for a few days before returning home to the same life.
This is a transformational journey where, step by step, you discover who you truly are, what gives your life meaning, and how to create a future guided by purpose.
Your Journey
Day 1 · Discovering Your Story + Soul Writing
Every transformation begins by understanding where you are today.
Your first day begins with three hours of personalised Ikigai coaching with Charlize, where you will explore your life story, your experiences, your strengths, your values, and the moments that have shaped who you are.
Through guided reflection and meaningful conversation, you will begin identifying the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that have influenced your journey.
You will then experience Soul Writing, combining breathwork and guided reflection to create space for clarity, awareness, and new possibilities.
As you put your deepest thoughts into words, you will begin releasing the fears, doubts, expectations, and stories that may have been preventing you from seeing your true self.
By the end of the day, you will feel lighter, more grounded, and ready to begin discovering your Ikigai.
Day 2 · Deepening Your Ikigai + Kintsugi
This is where everything begins to connect.
Your day begins with three hours of personalised Ikigai coaching, where Charlize will guide you deeper into the four pillars of Ikigai — your passions, strengths, values, and purpose.
Together, you will begin connecting the experiences of your past with the possibilities of your future, creating a clearer picture of the life you want to build.
You will also experience the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with gold.
The cracks are never hidden.
They become the most meaningful part of the piece.
As you carefully repair your own Kintsugi piece, you will begin seeing your own journey through a new perspective.
Your challenges, failures, and difficult moments do not define you.
They have shaped your resilience, wisdom, compassion, and the unique purpose only you can fulfil.
You will leave with your handmade Kintsugi piece as a lasting reminder that your past does not limit your future.
It has prepared you for it.
Day 3 · Creating Your Path Forward + Kimono Walk
Your final day begins with three hours of personalised Ikigai coaching, bringing everything you have discovered together.
Together with Charlize, you will complete your personal Ikigai roadmap and create practical steps for living your purpose after returning home.
You will explore how to bring your Ikigai into your daily decisions, relationships, career, and the life you are creating.
Your journey concludes with a traditional Japanese Kimono Walk through Kamakura’s ancient temples and peaceful bamboo forests, carrying your handmade Kintsugi piece and your personal Ikigai manifesto.
This is more than a beautiful experience.
It is a symbolic step into the next chapter of your life.
As you walk through one of Japan’s most meaningful cultural landscapes, you will reflect on everything you have discovered about yourself and embrace the future with renewed confidence, clarity, and purpose.
What You Will Gain
This retreat is designed to give you far more than unforgettable memories.
It gives you the clarity, confidence, and direction to live a life that feels truly your own.
You will leave with:
A Clear Understanding of Your Personal Ikigai
Discover what gives your life meaning and the direction that aligns with who you truly are.
A Deeper Understanding of Yourself
Gain clarity on your strengths, values, passions, and the experiences that have shaped your journey.
A New Perspective on Your Past
Understand how your challenges and experiences have helped shape the person you are today.
Clarity on What Has Been Holding You Back
Recognise limiting beliefs and patterns while gaining the confidence to move forward.
A Personalised Ikigai Roadmap
Create practical steps to guide your decisions, relationships, career, and future.
Greater Self-Awareness and Resilience
Develop new perspectives and tools to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
A Renewed Sense of Purpose and Possibility
Return home feeling inspired, clear, and connected to what truly matters.
Your Handmade Kintsugi Piece
A lasting symbol that your broken places can become your greatest strength.
Your Personal Ikigai Manifesto
A guide to help you continue living with purpose long after the retreat has ended.
You will not return home wondering what comes next.
You will return home with a clear path, a renewed sense of purpose, and the confidence to create a life that feels meaningful, authentic, and deeply fulfilling.
What Is Included
✓ Three days of immersive Ikigai coaching with Charlize.
✓ Two nights' hotel accommodation in beautiful Kamakura.
✓ All retreat experiences, including Soul Writing, Kintsugi, and the Kimono Walk.
✓ Personalised Ikigai coaching sessions and self-discovery exercises.
✓ All materials and tools for every activity.
✓ Your handmade Kintsugi piece and personal Ikigai manifesto.
✓ An intimate retreat with just 2 to 4 guests, ensuring Charlize's complete personal guidance and support throughout your journey.
Investment
This retreat is held once each month with very limited availability.
Places are intentionally limited to ensure every guest receives Charlize's full attention throughout this deeply personal and transformational experience.
Some retreats help you escape your life.
This retreat helps you discover the life you were always meant to live.
Come to Kamakura searching for answers.
Leave with your Ikigai, a clear direction for your future, and the confidence to live it.
Most people spend years searching for their purpose without ever finding it.
Not because it does not exist.
But because discovering your purpose requires more than reading a book, attending a seminar, or taking a personality test.
It requires stepping away from the distractions of everyday life, immersing yourself in a place that invites reflection, and experiencing a journey that allows you to reconnect with yourself on a deeper level.
Kamakura Is That Place
Nestled between ancient forested mountains and a breathtaking coastline, Kamakura is one of the most naturally beautiful and spiritually alive cities in Japan.
Here, mountain trails lead to centuries-old Zen temples, peaceful bamboo forests create moments of stillness, and the beach glows golden at sunset as the day quietly releases everything it carried.
For over 800 years, this sacred city has been a place where people came to reflect, reconnect, and discover a deeper way of living.
There is something about standing between the mountains and the sea that quiets the mind, softens the heart, and reminds you of what truly matters.
This is the perfect environment to discover your Ikigai.
A Three Day Journey of Self Discovery
Over three immersive days, Charlize will guide you through a deeply personal journey of self-discovery combining three hours of personalised Ikigai coaching each day with carefully designed Japanese experiences that reveal your unique purpose.
Through guided reflection, meaningful conversations, and self-discovery exercises, you will explore the four pillars of Ikigai:
What you love.
What you are good at.
What the world needs.
What brings meaning and value to your life.
The Japanese experiences are not separate activities.
They are carefully integrated into your journey, helping you reflect, gain new perspectives, and connect more deeply with yourself.
Every conversation, every reflection, and every experience has a purpose.
Together, they help you understand your story, recognise your strengths, release what no longer serves you, and uncover the path that feels truly aligned with who you are.
This is not a retreat where you simply relax for a few days before returning home to the same life.
This is a transformational journey where, step by step, you discover who you truly are, what gives your life meaning, and how to create a future guided by purpose.
Your Journey
Day 1 · Discovering Your Story + Soul Writing
Every transformation begins by understanding where you are today.
Your first day begins with three hours of personalised Ikigai coaching with Charlize, where you will explore your life story, your experiences, your strengths, your values, and the moments that have shaped who you are.
Through guided reflection and meaningful conversation, you will begin identifying the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that have influenced your journey.
You will then experience Soul Writing, combining breathwork and guided reflection to create space for clarity, awareness, and new possibilities.
As you put your deepest thoughts into words, you will begin releasing the fears, doubts, expectations, and stories that may have been preventing you from seeing your true self.
By the end of the day, you will feel lighter, more grounded, and ready to begin discovering your Ikigai.
Day 2 · Deepening Your Ikigai + Kintsugi
This is where everything begins to connect.
Your day begins with three hours of personalised Ikigai coaching, where Charlize will guide you deeper into the four pillars of Ikigai — your passions, strengths, values, and purpose.
Together, you will begin connecting the experiences of your past with the possibilities of your future, creating a clearer picture of the life you want to build.
You will also experience the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with gold.
The cracks are never hidden.
They become the most meaningful part of the piece.
As you carefully repair your own Kintsugi piece, you will begin seeing your own journey through a new perspective.
Your challenges, failures, and difficult moments do not define you.
They have shaped your resilience, wisdom, compassion, and the unique purpose only you can fulfil.
You will leave with your handmade Kintsugi piece as a lasting reminder that your past does not limit your future.
It has prepared you for it.
Day 3 · Creating Your Path Forward + Kimono Walk
Your final day begins with three hours of personalised Ikigai coaching, bringing everything you have discovered together.
Together with Charlize, you will complete your personal Ikigai roadmap and create practical steps for living your purpose after returning home.
You will explore how to bring your Ikigai into your daily decisions, relationships, career, and the life you are creating.
Your journey concludes with a traditional Japanese Kimono Walk through Kamakura’s ancient temples and peaceful bamboo forests, carrying your handmade Kintsugi piece and your personal Ikigai manifesto.
This is more than a beautiful experience.
It is a symbolic step into the next chapter of your life.
As you walk through one of Japan’s most meaningful cultural landscapes, you will reflect on everything you have discovered about yourself and embrace the future with renewed confidence, clarity, and purpose.
What You Will Gain
This retreat is designed to give you far more than unforgettable memories.
It gives you the clarity, confidence, and direction to live a life that feels truly your own.
You will leave with:
A Clear Understanding of Your Personal Ikigai
Discover what gives your life meaning and the direction that aligns with who you truly are.
A Deeper Understanding of Yourself
Gain clarity on your strengths, values, passions, and the experiences that have shaped your journey.
A New Perspective on Your Past
Understand how your challenges and experiences have helped shape the person you are today.
Clarity on What Has Been Holding You Back
Recognise limiting beliefs and patterns while gaining the confidence to move forward.
A Personalised Ikigai Roadmap
Create practical steps to guide your decisions, relationships, career, and future.
Greater Self-Awareness and Resilience
Develop new perspectives and tools to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
A Renewed Sense of Purpose and Possibility
Return home feeling inspired, clear, and connected to what truly matters.
Your Handmade Kintsugi Piece
A lasting symbol that your broken places can become your greatest strength.
Your Personal Ikigai Manifesto
A guide to help you continue living with purpose long after the retreat has ended.
You will not return home wondering what comes next.
You will return home with a clear path, a renewed sense of purpose, and the confidence to create a life that feels meaningful, authentic, and deeply fulfilling.
What Is Included
✓ Three days of immersive Ikigai coaching with Charlize.
✓ Two nights' hotel accommodation in beautiful Kamakura.
✓ All retreat experiences, including Soul Writing, Kintsugi, and the Kimono Walk.
✓ Personalised Ikigai coaching sessions and self-discovery exercises.
✓ All materials and tools for every activity.
✓ Your handmade Kintsugi piece and personal Ikigai manifesto.
✓ An intimate retreat with just 2 to 4 guests, ensuring Charlize's complete personal guidance and support throughout your journey.
Investment
This retreat is held once each month with very limited availability.
Places are intentionally limited to ensure every guest receives Charlize's full attention throughout this deeply personal and transformational experience.
Some retreats help you escape your life.
This retreat helps you discover the life you were always meant to live.
Come to Kamakura searching for answers.
Leave with your Ikigai, a clear direction for your future, and the confidence to live it.
Schedule
Day 1 • Arrive & Reconnect
10:00 AM – Welcome to Kamakura & Retreat Introduction
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM – Personalized Ikigai Coaching Session
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM – Lunch
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM – Soul Writing & Guided Reflection
5:00 PM – Hotel Check-in
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Welcome Dinner
Evening – Relax in the hotel's spa and hot spring facilities
Day 2 • Discover & Transform
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Personalized Ikigai Coaching Session
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – Lunch
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Japanese Kintsugi Experience
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Reflection & Free Time
Evening – Dinner at your leisure
Night – Unwind in the hotel's spa and hot spring facilities
Day 3 • Embrace Your Ikigai
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Personalized Ikigai Coaching & Your Ikigai Roadmap
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – Lunch
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Kimono Experience & Guided Walk through Kamakura
4:00 PM – Closing Ceremony & Farewell
10:00 AM – Welcome to Kamakura & Retreat Introduction
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM – Personalized Ikigai Coaching Session
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM – Lunch
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM – Soul Writing & Guided Reflection
5:00 PM – Hotel Check-in
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Welcome Dinner
Evening – Relax in the hotel's spa and hot spring facilities
Day 2 • Discover & Transform
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Personalized Ikigai Coaching Session
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – Lunch
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Japanese Kintsugi Experience
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Reflection & Free Time
Evening – Dinner at your leisure
Night – Unwind in the hotel's spa and hot spring facilities
Day 3 • Embrace Your Ikigai
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Personalized Ikigai Coaching & Your Ikigai Roadmap
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – Lunch
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Kimono Experience & Guided Walk through Kamakura
4:00 PM – Closing Ceremony & Farewell
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Japan Zen Retreat, Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan
Directions
Book your flight to either Narita International Airport (NRT) or Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND).
Kamakura is easily reached from both airports and from central Tokyo.
From Haneda Airport, take the Keikyu Line or JR Line to Yokohama, then transfer to the JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura Station. Total travel time is about 60 to 70 minutes.
From Narita Airport, take the Narita Express (NEX) to Tokyo or Yokohama, then transfer to the JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura Station. The total journey takes about 90 minutes.
From Shibuya Station in Tokyo, Kamakura is about 50 minutes by direct train.
The accommodation is located about a 5 minute walk from Kamakura Station, making arrival simple and easy.
Guests arrange their own transportation. The route is well connected, safe, and comfortable for international travelers.
Kamakura is easily reached from both airports and from central Tokyo.
From Haneda Airport, take the Keikyu Line or JR Line to Yokohama, then transfer to the JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura Station. Total travel time is about 60 to 70 minutes.
From Narita Airport, take the Narita Express (NEX) to Tokyo or Yokohama, then transfer to the JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura Station. The total journey takes about 90 minutes.
From Shibuya Station in Tokyo, Kamakura is about 50 minutes by direct train.
The accommodation is located about a 5 minute walk from Kamakura Station, making arrival simple and easy.
Guests arrange their own transportation. The route is well connected, safe, and comfortable for international travelers.
Accommodation
Every guest stays in their own private room, creating a peaceful and personal space for rest, reflection, and emotional renewal. The accommodation is a modern Japanese style property designed to support calm, comfort, and a gentle retreat experience. Located just a short walk from Kamakura Station and close to Yuigahama Beach, it allows you to enjoy the ocean air and quiet streets while returning each evening to a soft and restful space. Each private room features a large comfortable bed, warm wooden details, and soft lighting that creates a feeling of ease and relaxation. The rooms blend clean modern design with gentle Japanese touches, offering a soothing atmosphere for deep sleep. Every room includes a private bathroom with bath or shower, bidet, fresh towels, slippers, hairdryer, and carefully selected toiletries. Free WiFi, a flat screen TV, an electric kettle, and a yukata are also provided to help you feel at home. A nourishing Japanese or Western style breakfast is included on one morning of your stay, offering a gentle and supportive start to the day. The accommodation also features a Japanese spa style bath where guests can soak, unwind, and release tension after a day of meditation, mindful walking, and retreat activities. Luggage storage, daily cleaning, and friendly on site support allow you to relax fully and focus on your retreat experience. This space has been carefully chosen to provide a quiet, clean, and welcoming environment where you can rest deeply, reset your energy, and reconnect with yourself.
Full Retreat Experience in a Private Room
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Our retreat takes place in a peaceful and beautifully preserved traditional Japanese space in Kamakura, one of Japan’s most beloved and spiritually rich coastal towns. Surrounded by forested hills, quiet walking paths, and the gentle air of the nearby sea, the venue offers a naturally calming environment that supports rest, mindfulness, and emotional renewal. The simple and elegant architecture, warm wooden interiors, and open spaces invite guests to slow down, breathe more deeply, and feel grou
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
What's Included
- ✔️ 3 days / 2 nights accommodation in a premium hotel in Kamakura
- ✔️ All meals throughout the retreat (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners)
- ✔️ 9 hours of personalized Ikigai coaching with Charlize
- ✔️ Soul Writing experience with guided breathwork and reflection
- ✔️ Traditional Japanese Kintsugi workshop with your handmade piece to take home
- ✔️ Traditional Kimono rental and guided cultural walk through Kamakura
- ✔️ Your personalized Ikigai Roadmap
- ✔️ Your personal Ikigai Manifesto
- ✔️ All coaching materials and workshop supplies
- ✔️ Unlimited access to the hotel's spa and wellness facilities
- ✔️ Small group retreat with only 2 to 4 guests for personalized coaching and support
- ✔️ A supportive and inspiring environment for meaningful self-discovery
What's Not Included
- ✘ Flights to and from Japan
- ✘ Airport transfers
- ✘ Travel insurance
- ✘ Personal expenses
- ✘ Optional activities outside the retreat program
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