Oashisu Relaxation
A gentler fast in cedar-country quiet
Here, the main reset is deliberately gentle: a personalized soft-fast shaped around each guest rather than a one-size schedule. Oashisu Relaxation is a family-run retreat in Toyota’s cedar-covered mountain country, where forest quiet and freedom from everyday distractions are part of the experience. The hosts have guided visitors from their teens into their nineties for decades, making this a notably broad-age setting rather than a specialist boot camp. Its approach draws on Japanese wellness ideas and emphasizes digestive rest, presenting fasting as a route to renewal. Expect an unpretentious, health-focused stay rather than polished spa luxury. Vegetarian and organic dietary options are listed, and free Wi-Fi and tour assistance add a few practical comforts without changing the retreat’s quiet character. Ask about program length, daily timings, meals, and current rates before booking, as these details shape what your stay will involve.
Highlights
- Personalized soft-fasting programs shaped for each guest
- A family-run retreat with experience guiding visitors from their teens to their nineties
- Cedar-forest surroundings chosen for quiet and fewer distractions
- Vegetarian and organic dietary options
Good for
Setting
Cedar forest and mountain surroundings set a quiet, low-distraction tone. The retreat’s natural setting is central to its approach, with clean air and calm replacing the bustle of a conventional spa.
A typical day
Daily structure varies by retreat. The focus is a personalized gentle soft-fast in a quiet, low-distraction setting; ask the hosts what meal, rest, and activity timings look like for your dates.
Accommodation
Lodging details are not described. Ask the center about room types, facilities, and what is included in a stay.
What to bring
Pack comfortable layers for cooler winter months, when January, February, and December are among the coldest. A rain shell is useful during the wetter summer months, especially June, July, and September.
How to get there
From Centrair Airport, take the Meitetsu Airport Line to Nagoya, then a Meitetsu Express to Higashi-Okazaki. From there, take the Meitetsu Bus bound for Asuke from stop 2 or 5; contact the center before boarding so staff can meet you at Asuke Bus Center. The bus journey from Higashi-Okazaki takes about 70 minutes.
Nearest airport: Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air Base (NKM) (29 km)
Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air Base (NKM) is approximately 29 km from the center. Contact Oashisu ahead of travel to confirm the onward journey; the pickup arrangement described is from Asuke Bus Center.
Nearest city: Nagoya
Public transport: The bus from Higashi-Okazaki to Asuke departs at 14:10; contact the center before boarding to arrange pickup at Asuke Bus Center.
Contact the center directly to confirm dates and reserve.
The retreat is paid, but rates and inclusions are not listed. Ask the center for current pricing.
Climate
Climate Zone: Temperate
Best Months: Jan, Nov, Feb
Avoid: Jun, Sep, Jul
The annual average temperature is 16.2°C, with warmer conditions in July, August, and September and cooler weather in December, January, and February. June, July, and September are among the wettest months, while January, November, and February tend to be drier.
Location
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to the retreat from Higashi-Okazaki?
Take the Meitetsu Bus bound for Asuke from stop 2 or 5 at Higashi-Okazaki. Contact the center before boarding so staff can arrange pickup at Asuke Bus Center.
Is the soft-fasting program suitable for beginners?
The retreat describes its programs as gentle and personalized, and says it has guided guests from their teens to their nineties. Ask the hosts whether a specific program fits your needs.
Can the retreat accommodate vegetarian meals?
Vegetarian and organic options are listed. Ask the center about specific meals and dietary requirements.
How long are the programs, and how do I reserve?
Contact the center directly to confirm program length, dates, and reservation arrangements.
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