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I host small, grounded Reiki and wellness retreats in Japan, France, and South America. Below are the current dates, what each retreat offers, and the details on how to join.

DEEP ROOTS OF REIKI

Spiritual Pilgrimage to Kyoto, Japan
March 28 – April 4, 2026

BOOKING NOW OPEN!

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Join us for the 2026 Deep Roots of Reiki Pilgrimage in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, from March 28 – April 4, 2026. This immersive journey offers a unique opportunity to explore the profound origins of Reiki in its birthplace via exclusive access to sacred sites and privileged audiences found only on this tour.

Highlights of the tour include:

  • A private talk, teaching, and blessing from Ajari Sama on Mt. Hiei. (An individual revered as a living god in Japan – curious to see why?) 
  • Exclusive teachings, ceremonies, temple access, and a guided hike through Mt. Kurama with the head priest of Kurama Temple. 
  • A private tour of Shogo-in Temple in Kyoto, the headquarters of Shugendo and former Imperial Palace – including access to restricted areas and cultural treasures fully off limits to the public.
  • Full Uesaku Full Moon Fire Ceremony at Mt. Kurama with exclusive access
  • Special sessions with esteemed guests like Hiroki Okano and Inamoto Sensei.
  • Ongoing teaching and learning opportunities on Reiki and esoteric Japanese spirituality
  • The ability to see rural and traditional Japanese life in the Deep Kurama forests 
  • Plus so much more!  (See full itinerary on the tour landing page here)

Will you answer the call and join us for a transformative Reiki and wellness retreat to the birthplace of Usui Reiki Ryoho in March 2026?

Do you have questions or would you like to arrange a time to talk with me directly about the tour?  Please complete the form below and I’ll be in touch!

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Deep Roots Pilgrimage Journey

Learn the link between Reiki and the mysterious practice of Shugendo

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2024 tour on Mt. Kurama with the head priest of Kurama Temple

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Uesaku Full Moon Fire Ceremony – Mt. Kurama

Beautiful Kyoto Japan

Experience traditional Japanese life and rich spiritual history in the Deep Kurama forests – well off the tourist map

THE ART OF REST

A Soulful Retreat In The Heart of France
1-5 May, 2026

Meditation retreat in France

Are you running on empty… even when you’re not doing anything?

This retreat was created for you, if…

  • You give so much to others. You’re ambitious, dedicated, and dependable — but lately, it feels like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders.
  • Your mind races even when your body begs for rest. You crave clarity, stillness, and the feeling of being held — not just by others, but by life itself.
  • If you’re burnt out, overwhelmed, or simply exhausted by the constant “doing”…

Imagine this…

Waking up in a peaceful French château surrounded by ancient forests, birdsong, and rolling hills.

Starting your day with breakfast al fresco, yoga. or a calming meditation. Nourishing your body with local, seasonal meals prepared with love.

Spending afternoons resting by the pool, journaling under the trees, walking barefoot through the grass, or receiving Reiki,  sound healing, Breathwork and more.

This is not just a vacation.
It’s a return to your Self. This is your invitation to release, restore, and realign — far from the noise, close to what matters.

    Why This Retreat?

    This retreat is a lovingly curated experience for heart-centered humans just like you — people who give so much to others, but rarely pause to refill their own cup.
    To continue showing up in life with presence, purpose, and care, you don’t need to do more — you need to rest deeper.

    You’ll be supported by your hosts, Bruce and Carmen, who bring over 30 years of combined experience in the healing arts, yoga, and therapeutic work. Together, they hold a grounded, compassionate space where you can let go, slow down, and restore.  This retreat will skillfully combine Reiki and wellness throughout each and every day of your stay, ensuring you can full rest and recharge.

    You’ll be surrounded by a small, supportive group of people who understand the toll of burnout and the longing for something gentler.

    Do you have questions or would you like to arrange a time to talk with me directly about The Art of Rest Retreat?  Please complete the form below and I’ll be in touch!

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    Chateau France Retreat

    There is a certain magic to French château life – the peace, history, energy, and stillness
    We look forward to receiving you in May, 2026!

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    A view of the rest and tranquility that awaits

    Carmen Sanz France

    Carmen and I look forward to welcoming everyone in May, 2026!  Unplug, rest, recharge, and relax – we all need it!

    Bruce Taylor France

     SACRED ROOTS PILGRIMAGE

     Sacred Valley, Peru/Bahia, Brazil (TBC)

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    Sacred Roots Pilgrimage: Peru or Brazil (TBC)
    Late Fall 2026

    Do you feel called to sit with the plants in their home ground?

    This pilgrimage was created for you, if…

    • You’ve reached a point where surface practices no longer feel enough, and you want to meet the deeper layers of yourself.

    • You’re curious about stepping into traditional plant medicine ceremonies held with care and integrity.

    • You feel ready for a journey that reshapes how you see yourself, your healing, and your path forward.

    • You are interested in learning from sacred plants and are seeking genuine depth and experience from those guiding your journey.

      Traveling to South America and entering a space where the plants are teachers.
      Days shaped by ceremony, preparation, and integration.
      Guidance from Carman Santillan and myself, alongside local shamans,  facilitators, and medicine experts, all rooted in these traditions.

      Evenings spent in circle, supported by community, opening to the medicines of the land. Time to process, rest, and carry insights into your life beyond the retreat.

      This is not a getaway.
      It is a pilgrimage — a chance to sit with the roots of sacred practice, and to walk away changed.

      Full details coming soon.  

         

        Do you have questions or would you like to arrange a time to talk with me directly about The Sacred Roots Pilgrimage?  Please complete the form below and I’ll be in touch!

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        Carman Santallan Peru

        Carmen and I look forward to welcoming everyone to the first Sacred Roots Pilgrimage – coming Fall 2026!

        Bruce Taylor in Meditation

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