Japan, where words are believed to hold sacred power.
A beautiful resonance born of Japan—“Reiki.”
Reiki from Japan, taught with respect for its roots.
Usui Reiki Ryoho is a hands-on healing practice that originated in Japan.
It is more than a technique of placing the hands on the body. Reiki has been passed down as a practice for cultivating the mind, caring for the body, and refining the way we live. Today, it is practiced across countries and cultures around the world.
Based in Kiyoshikojin, Takarazuka, Wellness Reiki School is certified by the nonprofit organization 日本レイキ療法学会 (Japan Reiki Therapy Society) and is dedicated to preserving and sharing Japan’s culture of hands-on care and the spirit of Usui Reiki Ryoho.
Our courses go beyond Reiki techniques. Through meditation, breathing, the Five Reiki Precepts, and daily personal practice, students learn to care for the mind, body, and consciousness as one connected whole.
From complete beginners to those seeking to become professional practitioners or teachers, each student is personally guided by an instructor with 15 years of Reiki experience.
Experiences for International Visitors
1. Private Reiki Retreat
A private retreat combining a visit to Kiyoshikojin Seicho-ji Temple, a Reiki experience, and a private Reiki session.
2. Private Reiki Session
A private Reiki session for international visitors, offered at a Reiki school in Japan.
Our school is located along the approach to Kiyoshikojin Seicho-ji Temple. The Japanese word sandō refers to the road or path leading to a temple.
Please note that our Reiki sessions and programs are independently offered by Wellness Reiki School and are separate from the temple’s official activities.
1. A Private Reiki Retreat in Takarazuka, Japan
Experience Reiki and Japanese culture in Kiyoshikojin, where the charm of old Japan still remains.
Step away from the usual tourist routes and spend a peaceful afternoon experiencing Reiki and Japanese culture in Kiyoshikojin, Takarazuka.
This private retreat combines a walk along the traditional temple approach, a visit to Kiyoshikojin Seicho-ji Temple, and a personal Reiki experience at Wellness Reiki School.
Retreat Experience
◇A walk along the traditional temple approach
◇A visit to Kiyoshikojin Seicho-ji Temple
◇An introduction to Reiki in Japan
◇Breathing, meditation, and a guided Reiki
experience
◇A private Reiki session
◇An optional introductory Reiju
No previous Reiki experience is required.
The introductory Reiju is offered only to guests who wish to receive it. It is not the same as the full attunement provided in a formal Reiki course and does not include practitioner certification.
Retreat Details
🔶Standard Plan: One guest
🔶Time: 12:30 p.m. – around 5:00 p.m.
🔶Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours
🔶Fee: ¥35,000 (tax included)
🔶Meeting Point: Wellness Reiki School,
Kiyoshikojin, Takarazuka
🔶Date: Arranged according to your preferred dates
Private retreats for two or more guests travelling together can also be arranged. The duration, program, and price will be adjusted according to the number of participants.
Detailed directions will be provided after your reservation is confirmed.
Request a Retreat
Please complete the application form and provide your first and second preferred dates, as well as the number of participants.
Your reservation will be confirmed after you receive a reply from us.
Important Information
🔷The retreat will be conducted in Japanese, with a smartphone translation app used to support communication.
🔷Meals are not included. Please have lunch before arriving.
🔷Please pay the retreat fee in cash in Japanese yen on the day of the retreat. Credit cards and electronic payments are not accepted.
🔷The retreat includes walking along the temple approach and climbing steps. Please wear comfortable shoes.
🔷The order and timing of the retreat may change slightly depending on the weather and your pace.
🔷This retreat is independently organized by Wellness Reiki School.
🔷Reiki is a complementary wellness practice and is not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment.
Your Retreat Host & Reiki Therapist
Emily Utsunomiya
My name is Emiri Utsunomiya. I am a Reiki therapist and teacher based in Takarazuka, Hyogo, Japan.
For more than 15 years, I have practiced and taught Reiki through individual sessions, courses, visits, and volunteer activities.
Throughout my work, I have placed great importance on Japanese culture and the traditional foundations of Usui Reiki. I do not view Reiki only as an energy technique, but also as a Japanese practice of hands-on care and self-cultivation, guided by the Five Precepts.
Teaching Reiki and practising Reiki therapy are not necessarily the same. A teacher’s title and lineage may show where and how that person learned Reiki, but they do not by themselves show how much direct experience the teacher has in working with clients.
My background includes both teaching and extensive hands-on practice. In addition to private sessions, I have provided Reiki as a complementary and alternative therapy in clinics, elder-care facilities, and community-support settings in Japan.
At Wellness Reiki School, I train Reiki therapists, sharing both the traditional principles of Usui Reiki and the practical skills needed to work responsibly with others.
I also serve as a board member of the nonprofit Japan Reiki Therapy Society（日本レイキ療法学会）, which works to support research, safety, and the responsible practice of Reiki therapy.
In my experience, this combination of respect for Japanese Reiki tradition, hands-on practice in clinical and care settings, professional therapist training, and involvement in a Reiki therapy society is rare, even in Japan.
During this retreat, you will experience Reiki with a teacher whose work is grounded in Japanese tradition, professional education, and direct therapeutic experience with clients.
日本レイキ療法学会 Official Website
https://j-reiki.com/
A Personal Connection to Reiki History
As part of my continuing study of Reiki history and its transmission beyond Japan, I had the valuable opportunity to personally interview Phyllis Lei Furumoto, the granddaughter of Hawayo Takata.
This conversation became an important part of my understanding of how Reiki was introduced abroad and passed down across cultures.
2. Private Reiki Session for International Visitors
Experience Reiki at a Traditional Japanese Reiki School
This private session is offered for international visitors who would like to experience Reiki in Japan.
Reiki originated in Japan as a practice of gentle hands-on care and personal cultivation.
The quality and depth of a Reiki session may vary depending on the practitioner’s training and experience.
At Wellness Reiki School, your private session will be provided by an experienced Reiki practitioner and teacher with more than 15 years of professional experience. We offer each session with care, responsibility, and respect for the Japanese roots of Reiki.
Relax in a quiet, private space and experience the gentle comfort of Reiki energy.
No previous knowledge or experience of Reiki is required.
Duration
Approximately 120 minutes
Fee
¥15,000 per person
This fee includes additional support for international visitors:
A private Reiki session
Simple English communication before and during your visit
Translation-app assistance
An introduction to the Japanese origins of Reiki and Usui Reiki Ryōhō
A clear explanation of the session before it begins
Payment
Cash only
Please pay in Japanese yen.
Language Support
Simple English and a translation app will be used to support communication.
Location
Wellness Reiki School
Kiyoshikojin, Takarazuka, Hyogo, Japan
Advance reservation is required.
What to Expect During Your Session
1. Welcome and Conversation
We will begin with a conversation about how you are feeling and what has brought you to the session.
2. Introduction to Reiki
Before the session begins, we will explain Reiki and what you can expect during the treatment. Simple English and a translation app will be used when necessary.
3. Reiki Session
You will remain fully clothed and rest comfortably on a treatment bed. The practitioner will gently place her hands on different areas of your body.
There is nothing you need to do. Simply relax and experience the gentle comfort of Reiki energy.
4. After the Session
After the session, we will take some time to talk about your experience and answer any questions you may have.
Before Booking
Please read the following information before making a reservation.
🔶Reiki is a complementary wellness practice and is not a medical treatment.
🔶Reiki sessions do not diagnose, treat, or cure illnesses.
🔶If you are currently receiving medical care, please continue to follow your doctor’s advice. Do not discontinue any treatment or medication.
🔶Please wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict your body.
🔶If you are pregnant, currently undergoing medical treatment, or have any concerns about your health, please let us know when making your reservation.
ACCESS
Wellness Reiki School is approximately a 10-minute walk from Kiyoshikojin Station on the Hankyu Takarazuka Line.
From Kiyoshikojin Station
Exit the station toward the Kiyoshikojin approach shopping street.
Walk uphill along the shopping street for approximately 10 minutes.
You will find a storefront with white-framed glass doors on the right-hand side. Look for the sign that reads “草花の音楽” (Kusabana no Ongaku).
Wellness Reiki School is located on the second floor.
If you have difficulty finding us, please contact us using the same messaging service you used for your reservation.