Walking Between Worlds:
A Sacred Pilgrimage of Remembrance, Healing & Renewal
Reserve Your Place
There are moments in life when your soul asks for something more.
Not more to do.
Not another place to rush toward.
But somewhere to breathe... to reflect... to heal... and to remember who you are.
If you've been feeling that quiet nudge, I invite you to join me on an extraordinary pilgrimage through the sacred landscapes of Japan. A journey unlike anything I have ever offered before.
This isn't simply a trip to another country.
It's an invitation to slow down, step away from the noise of everyday life, and immerse yourself in places where spirituality has been honored for centuries. Together we'll walk ancient pilgrimage paths, visit temples and shrines that have welcomed seekers for generations, experience meaningful ceremonies, and allow nature itself to become part of our healing.
"Sometimes the greatest messages don't come because Spirit suddenly speaks louder. They come because we've finally become quiet enough to listen."
Throughout our time together, I'll guide you through daily reflections, spiritual teachings, meditations, and sacred experiences inspired by each location we visit. There will be moments of quiet contemplation, opportunities to deepen your connection with Spirit, and space to simply be present with whatever your soul is ready to discover.
Why Japan?
I've always been drawn to Japan because of its profound respect for nature, tradition, stillness, and the unseen.
Here, spirituality isn't something separate from daily life. It's found in the forests, the mountains, the rivers, the temples, and the quiet rituals that have been passed from one generation to the next.
There is a gentleness about Japan that naturally invites you to slow down.
To breathe.
To notice.
To listen.
I can't imagine a more beautiful place to reconnect with yourself and with Spirit.
This Journey Is For You If...
- You feel called to reconnect with yourself.
- You're moving through a season of change and are searching for greater clarity.
- You want to deepen your spiritual connection in a meaningful and grounded way.
- You'd like to honor someone you love while continuing to embrace your own life.
- You long to experience Japan not simply as a visitor, but as a pilgrim, allowing each sacred place to leave its imprint on your heart.
Whether you come seeking healing, renewal, inspiration, or simply because something inside you says yes, you'll be welcomed exactly as you are.
During Our Journey Together You'll Experience
Ancient temples, sacred shrines, and breathtaking spiritual landscapes
Walking portions of the historic Kumano Kodo pilgrimage
Traditional Japanese ceremonies and cultural experiences
Healing hot springs and peaceful accommodations
Guided meditations and spiritual reflections
Daily teachings and group gatherings with me
Time for journaling, quiet contemplation, and personal renewal
Beautiful ceremonies of remembrance, gratitude, and new beginnings
The breathtaking beauty of Japan during its spectacular autumn season
Walking Between Worlds:
Spirit of Japan
November 1–12, 2027
The Story of the Journey
This sacred pilgrimage invites travelers into a living landscape of remembrance, healing, and renewal. It begins in the ancient capital of Nara, moves through the sacred Kumano region, and culminates on the healing mountains of Kyoto.
Day 1: Arrival & Opening Remembrance
Mon, Nov 1
Settle into the rhythm of Japan and connect with the group before the pilgrimage unfolds.
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Arrival in Osaka GatheringGroup gathering and a welcome dinner.
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Setting Intentions WorkshopLisa will gently introduce the deeper container for the journey, focusing on remembrance and healing.
Day 2: The Healing Journey in Nara
Tue, Nov 2
Enter Japan's ancient capital, where spiritual and cultural memory is still alive in the scenic hills and temple grounds.
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Tea Ceremony RitualAn opening remembrance ceremony held with Lisa and a Japanese tea master.
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Collective Altar CeremonyHonor your loved ones and build a shared altar to accompany the group.
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Meditative Walk WalkAn afternoon stroll through Nara to arrive fully and listen inwardly.
Day 3: Embrace of Asuka
Wed, Nov 3
Explore ancient hills, megalithic sites, and burial mounds that hold some of Japan's oldest memories.
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Haiku Monuments WalkA meditative stroll visiting monuments dedicated to beloveds.
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Ishibutai Walk HikeA two-hour walk to ancient cemetery sites.
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Collective Transmission TransmissionA channeling session with Lisa attuned to the energy of the megalith.
Day 4: Mountain Zen & Shamanism
Thu, Nov 4
Travel to World Heritage Mt. Yoshino to meet a mountain shaman-monk.
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Meditation Walk HikeA 2- to 3-hour journey deeper into the mountain landscapes.
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Teachings TeachingReceive insights on death, rebirth, and the healing process from the shaman-monk.
Day 5: Land of Death & Rebirth
Fri, Nov 5
Transition from the mountains to the sacred Kumano region.
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Morning Procession MeditationOptional early gathering at Kimpusen-ji, followed by Zen meditation.
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Buddhist Ritual RitualA commemorative blessing supporting themes of honoring loved ones.
Day 6: Epicenter of Kumano
Sat, Nov 6
Welcome grief and walk with Spirit along the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route.
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Kumano Kodo Hike HikeA two-hour reflective walk through moss-covered stone steps.
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Water Blessing CeremonyA guided collective grieving and blessing ritual at the Oyunokawa river delta.
Day 7: Healing with the Ocean
Sun, Nov 7
Move from the mountains toward coastal Kumano, where the landscape opens to the sea.
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Iwakura Visit TransmissionExperience a powerful rock deity and local power spot.
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Coastal Hike HikeA 2- to 3-hour walk following the beautiful ocean-view Matsumoto-toge route.
Day 8: Silent Pilgrimage
Mon, Nov 8
A day for endurance, reverence, and quiet transformation.
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Umagoe-toge Route HikeAn extended 5- to 6-hour pilgrimage walk held in the spacious presence of ocean and mountains.
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Silent Reflection ReflectionPortions of the walk are held in silence to receive messages, intuition, and healing.
Day 9: Purification toward Kyoto
Tue, Nov 9
An intentional passage from Kumano’s landscape of release toward the final chapter of renewal.
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Takihara-no-miya RitualA purification ritual with pure water in a profoundly still forest setting.
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Arrival in Kyoto TravelCheck into the accommodation for the night in the historic city.
Day 10: Kurama, Mountain of Reiki
Wed, Nov 10
Ascend the sacred mountain known globally as the birthplace of Reiki energy.
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Meditative Hike HikeWalk through a field associated with healing and cosmic consciousness.
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Healing Session HealingLisa will lead an attunement to healing and renewal on the mountain.
Day 11: Celebrating a Renewed Path
Thu, Nov 11
A deeply evocative ceremony bringing the many threads of the pilgrimage into harmony.
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Sacred Dance CeremonyRitual performances by acclaimed Kyoto dance masters Yurabe Masami and Miwako Inagaki.
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Closing Ceremony WorkshopLisa offers final messages, guidance, and integration.
Day 12: Integration & Completion
Fri, Nov 12
Return home carrying the memory of ancient paths, signs, and a renewed connection.
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Farewell Brunch GatheringFinal reflections and sharing with the group before departing.
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Departure DepartureTravel to Kansai airport for the journey home.
Note: This itinerary is subject to change due to conditions beyond our control. Exact timing, session format, and ritual details may be adjusted to best support the group and the unfolding nature of the pilgrimage.
More Than a Journey
Participants return home carrying the memory of sacred landscapes, quiet messages, healing waters, mountain paths, and a renewed relationship with themselves, their loved ones in Spirit, and the next chapter they are being called to live.
Traditional Japanese meals, healing hot springs, and thoughtfully selected accommodations offer comfort, grounding, and care throughout the journey.
Your Journey Begins Here
Long after you've unpacked your suitcase...
The peace will remain.
The memories will remain.
The connection will remain.
And perhaps, most importantly...
The person you've become will remain.
If you feel called to join me for this unforgettable pilgrimage through Japan, I'd love to welcome you.
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