Private Half-Day Okinawa Wellness Retreat in Ōgimi

📝 Ingredient List for January, February & March

• King oyster mushroom

• Potato starch

• Okinawa island red pepper flakes

• Rice

• Soy sauce (contains gluten)

• Local lemon

• Ginger

• Chōmeigusa (Okinawan “longevity herb”)

• Okinawan black sugar

• Winter melon

• Dried shiitake mushroom

• Kombu (dried kelp)

• Tankan (Okinawan orange)

This retreat is not suitable for individuals with rice, gluten (coeliac), soy, almond, or nut allergies.

If you have any food allergies or sensitivities not listed above, please participate at your own discretion. While we do our best to maintain a clean cooking environment, the facility is not equipped for strict allergen separation or cross-contamination prevention (e.g., separate utensils or cookware).

Unfortunately, we’re not able to arrange that.
We understand that many visitors come to Ōgimi, known as the “longevity village,” hoping to meet centenarians and hear their stories. However, from our experience, some elders have shared that they feel tired of being asked the same questions—like “What’s your secret to longevity?”—repeatedly.

We deeply respect their wish for a peaceful life. In fact, the local tourism association mentioned that in the past, some elders who hosted visitors experienced a decline in health afterward, as talking with strangers can take a lot of energy.

That said, we’re always happy to share their culture, stories, and the wisdom behind their longevity on their behalf through our wellness experiences. 🌿

Because we host only one retreat or walking tour per day and prepare everything specifically for your visit, bookings are non-refundable. Your reservation blocks the entire day for your group, and we begin preparing ingredients, materials, and the schedule as soon as you book.

For this reason, we offer Future Credit instead of refunds.
✅ Cancellations made 9+ days in advance, due to illness (notified by 48 hours before), or extreme weather may receive a credit valid for 18 months and transferable to someone else.

✅ Same-day cancellations, no-shows, and late arrivals are not eligible.

Full policy: Click here

Typhoon & Weather Policy

Your safety is our priority. We make a final weather check 24–48 hours before each retreat.

• Heavy Rain Advisory: Retreat continues — no Future Credit

• Heavy Rain Warning: Retreat may be canceled — Future Credit may be issued

• Storm Warning (15–25 m/s): Retreat may be canceled — Future Credit may be issued

• Special Warning (25 m/s+): Retreat canceled — Future Credit must be issued

Credits are valid for 18 months, fully transferable, and cannot be exchanged for cash. They are issued after the final safety check, not based on early forecasts.

We cannot cover accommodation, transport, or other personal expenses. Personal delays or cancellations (e.g., missed buses, car troubles) are not eligible.

Thank you for understanding!

Children over the age of 10 may attend if they are able to sit through a short meditation and lecture quietly.

You can book the retreat for 1 up to 4 people.

I do offer overnight retreats, but at the moment they are available for returning customers only. Currently, I do not offer standalone cooking classes.

I do open on some Sundays, so please check this link for availability. Except for the Sundays listed there, our business is closed on Sundays and Mondays, and we cannot accept bookings on those days.

My husband teaches English online from Tuesday to Friday, so he may be able to offer walking tours on weekday afternoons but not in the mornings. Please contact us at okinawahealingkitchen@gmail.com for availability. We reply to inquiries Tuesday through Saturday, 9 AM to 3 PM.