WELLNESS

　

Hot springs and water, satoyama landscapes, daily food culture— Supported by nature's blessings,
people in Nagano have nurtured their mental and physical well-being.
Forest bathing that originated in Nagano, the country’s top-ranked hot spring facilities, and nourishing meals.
Living in harmony with nature, relaxing and enriching both mind and body,we uncover Nagano's unique wisdom and practices, along with the richness of everyday life.

Article List

The Coexistence of Nature and Humanity – “Satoyama”

Creativity born from constraints has nurtured Nagano's unique spirit of craftsmanship, permeating every aspect of daily life and being passed down to the present day. Uchiyama Gami paper made utilizing snow, Iida Mizuhiki that ties hearts together, Orokugushi combs […]

Interview between the chefs Raphaël Hautmont and Kei Kobayashi

As part of the project to promote the charm of the Nagano Prefecture in France through its gastronomy, the chef-physio chemist Raphaël Hautmont met for the first time the chef and owner of the K E I restaurant, Kei Kobayashi[…]

Cuisine that elevates your wellbeing – Kazuma Chikuda

Down to earth, casual yet beautifully complex, and heartful – “narro”, located in the 5th arrondissement of Paris is a popular bistronomy restaurant that offers reasonably priced French cuisine using fresh local ingredients. These casual yet beautifully complex dishes […]

The diversity of Nagano Prefecture’s sake brought to life by water, rice, and the skill and senses of its people

Surrounded by 3,000 meter mountains, Nagano Prefecture offers distinct seasonal changes. Especially in winter, the differences in climate are clearly […]

Blessings of the Forest – SHINRIN-YOKU

In Nagano Prefecture, where forests cover 78 percent of the prefecture’s land, the people have long been familiar with forests. This is also partly due to the prefecture’s geographical location being surrounded by mountains, including 29 of […]

A warm, close community – ONSEN

Japanese people have long enjoyed hot springs, or “onsen” with friends, family, and lovers. From daily bathing to special occasions, onsen culture is an important part of our lives. There is even a law concerning hot springs, […]

Cuisine for the mind, body and soul – Kaori Endo

Perhaps it can be said that there are two types of meals; ‘meals we have on special occasions’ and ‘meals we eat on a daily basis’. At the organic/bio restaurant LE PETIT KELLER located in the 11th district of Paris,Kaori Endo who is […]