The Book of Japanese Self-Care

Forest bathing, tea ceremonies, Zen meditation, and more

By Iris Law

Cultivate WELL-BEING, BALANCE and DEEP FULFILMENT with Japanese time-honoured RITUALS, mindful PHILOSOPHIES and gentle PRACTICES for the body, mind and soul.

In today’s fast-paced world, self-care is more important than ever. The complex challenges of modern living are leading to stress, anxiety and diminished well-being. In a culture renowned for its quiet elegance and ancient wisdom, Japanese self-care offers a path to harmony, resilience and tranquility in everyday life.

The Book of Japanese Self-care will first introduce you to the concept behind the Japanese way of life, including its ancient traditions, spiritual practices, cultural values and religious influence. You will then be guided through specific rituals and philosophies to nurture your body, mind and soul – giving you mental clarity, calming your senses, nourishing your body and helping you to live your life with gratitude.

From healing hot springs and traditional Japanese cuisine to immersive forest bathing and restorative tea ceremonies, the beautiful practices in this book will empower you to reconnect with yourself. You will also be introduced to mindful meditation and Zen-inspired minimalism as well as other philosophical concepts such as ikigai – the reason for being – which will guide you towards a life of joy and peace.

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$39.99 RRP
ISBN
9781800656727
Publish date
29 September 2026
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CICO
Page count
144
Dimensions
210 x 170 mm

About the author

Iris Law is a health and wellness coach, Gyrotonic trainer, forest bathing guide and onsen (hot spring) specialist. She is also an avid Japanophile. Having spent two decades in a high-stress work environment, her healing journey led her to explore the countryside of Japan where she gained insight into ancient Japanese traditions and cultural values. Iris now leads wellness workshops and runs onsen retreats, helping clients to restore and improve holistic well-being. She is the author of The Onsen Experience: A Guide to Japan’s Hot Spring Sanctuaries. She lives in Hong Kong.

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