Get in touch

Questions before you breathe?

Use the Breathe Hakone contact details to message Aki directly — no call centre, no chatbot. Usually a reply the same day, in English or French.

Reach Aki directly

Two ways to ask

WhatsApp

The quickest way to reach Aki — ask about dates, group size, fitness level, or anything else before you book.

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Email

For longer questions, group bookings, or corporate wellness enquiries. Replies within one business day.

akihiro@coconutshikejapan.com

Booking itself is handled by our parent company, Coconuts Hike Japan, so for date changes or receipts after you've booked, use the confirmation email they send you.

Before you write in

Quick answers

Do you speak English?

Yes. Aki guides in English and French. Carmen can guide in Mandarin and Cantonese; please mention your preferred language when you enquire.

How do I actually book?

Every walk on this site links to our booking page, run by Coconuts Hike Japan — always the best available price.

Can't find a date that works?

Message Aki directly. Private sessions outside the listed times can often be arranged.

Planning a group or corporate visit?

Email us — we can put together a private session for teams, families, or larger groups.

More detail on gear, fitness and terrain: see Plan Your Visit, or the FAQ on each walk's own page.

Where we meet

Four meeting points around Hakone

Moto-Hakone Port

Introductory Shinrin-yoku, in quiet woodland above Lake Ashi.

Hakone-en

Immersive Shinrin-yoku at the Lakeshore. Please follow the exact meeting instructions in your booking confirmation.

Odawara Station

Temple Forest Walk and Onsen. Change here for the Hakone-Tozan line or local bus.

Hakone-Yumoto Station

Hakone Valley Walk & Forest Bathing. Change here for the Moto-Hakone bus.

Ready when you are

Small groups and private sessions, year-round, within easy reach of Tokyo.

Book a forest bathing session Or WhatsApp Aki directly: +81 80 1014 2559