Yamabushi training is as intense as it gets. No talking. No reading or writing. No clocks. Just you, nature, and Uketamo, the philosophy of the yamabushi.

Yamabushi Training is not for the average person. It purposely takes you well out of your comfort zone and challenges you in a way only these mountains can.

Fully immersive seven-day experience including training directly under 13th-generation yamabushi Master Fumihiro Hoshino on all three Dewa Sanzan mountains.

The Masters Yamabushi Training is our signature, most intense program, designed for those seeking a profound encounter with the Yamabushi tradition.

Over seven days, you’ll train directly under Master Hoshino and Zen monks, experiencing meditation, mountain ascetic practices, and guided reflection. The journey begins with two days at a Zen temple, continues with three days traversing the sacred peaks of Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, and Mt. Yudono, and concludes with two days of integration and reflection under the guidance of a Yamabushi master.

This program is strictly limited to 15 participants and offered only three times a year. All accommodation, meals, interpretation, and transportation during the program are included.

Itinerary:

• 2 days: Zen temple training with monks
• 3 days: Yamabushi mountain training (hiking, waterfall meditation, night walks, etc.) on Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, and Mt. Yudono
• 2 days: Reflection and integration on Mt. Haguro
  
  Activities: Zen meditation, ascetic practices, mountain hiking, waterfall meditation, night walks, Zen eating, philosophy Q&A
  

• Only chance to train under 13th-generation Yamabushi Master Fumihiro Hoshino
• Limited to 15 participants
• Only 3 sessions per year
• Duration: 7 days
• Location: All three Dewa Sanzan mountains (Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, Mt. Yudono)
• Cost: US$5,500 (all-inclusive: accommodation, meals, interpretation, local transport)
  
  Ready for a new beginning?
  
  How to Apply: Book a video chat with our team here.
  More Info: See our website here.

A powerful five-day introduction to the Yamabushi way, blending Zen mindfulness and mountain asceticism under the guidance of a certified Yamabushi master.

The Basic Training is the perfect initiation into the world of the Yamabushi. Over five days, you’ll experience a blend of Zen disconnection, immersive mountain training, and guided integration. The program begins with a day of orientation and meditation at a Zen temple, followed by three days of intense Yamabushi training on Mt. Haguro and Mt. Kinbo. On the final day, you’ll integrate your experiences with a reflection session led by a master Yamabushi on Mt. Haguro.

Despite being called “Basic,” this training is physically and mentally demanding, retaining the core rituals and transformative power of the Yamabushi tradition. Activities include Zen meditation, hiking, waterfall meditation, and night walks, all designed to connect you deeply with nature and yourself.

This program is limited to 15 participants and is offered only twice in 2025. All accommodations, meals, interpretation, and transportation during the program are included.

Itinerary

• 1 day: Zen temple training with monks (disconnection & orientation)
• 3 days: Yamabushi training on Mt. Haguro and Mt. Kinbo (hiking, waterfall meditation, night walks, ascetic rituals)
• 1 day: Reflection and integration on Mt. Haguro
• Activities: Zen meditation, mountain hiking, waterfall meditation, night walks, Zen eating, core Yamabushi rituals, philosophy Q&A

• Led by certified Yamabushi master
• Limited to 15 participants
• Only 2 sessions per year
• Duration: 5 days
• Location: Mt. Haguro & Mt. Kinbo (Shugendo mountains)
• Cost: US$4,000 (all-inclusive: accommodation, meals, interpretation, local transport)

   

  
  Ready for a new beginning?
  

  How to Apply: Book a video chat with our team here.

  More Info: See our website here. 

We understand not everyone wants or needs the intensity and seriousness of the Masters and Basic trainings, but they still want the opportunity for self development. 

Pilgrimage-style trainings are steeped in centuries of journeys to the sacred mountains of Dewa in what is known as Dewa Sanzan Ko. Pilgrimage-style trainings are less intense, but  still maintain the core philosophy of Uketamo and many of the same activities out in nature, just with the added opportunity to ask the yamabushi master questions throughout.

If you’d like to learn more, check out these two training programs:

The Customized Private Training offers a tailored, seven-day immersion into the transformative teachings of the Haguro Yamabushi. Whether you join alone or with a small group, you’ll receive exclusive guidance from experienced Yamabushi and Zen masters.

The journey includes a day of Zen disconnection, followed by hiking-style training and spiritual practices on all three sacred mountains of Dewa: Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, and Mt. Yudono.

This program is ideal for those seeking a flexible, intimate introduction to Yamabushi practice, allowing you to set your own pace and focus on your personal goals.

Available year-round and adaptable to your schedule, the Customized Private Training is your invitation to experience a true spiritual reset.

• 1 day: Zen temple disconnection session
• 6 days: Customized Yamabushi and hiking-style training, spiritual practices, and guided reflection
• Guidance: Private, one-on-one or small group instruction from bilingual Yamabushi, and Zen masters
• Focus: Uketamo philosophy, Zen meditation, hiking, pilgrimage, and personal renewal
• Experience: Fully customizable to your needs and schedule

• Duration: 7 days
• Group Size: 1–5 participants (larger groups by request)
• Availability: Year-round (all three mountains accessible July–mid-October)
• Location: Dewa Sanzan (Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, Mt. Yudono)
• Cost: US$9,250 per person (includes all accommodation, meals, interpretation, and local transport)
   
  Ready for a new beginning?
  How to Apply: Book a video chat with our team here.
  More Info: See our website here. 

Private three-day training in Zen temples and on Mt. Haguro available year-round crafted for individuals or small groups seeking a profound mental and spiritual reset .

The Private Reset Training is a fully tailored retreat designed to help you pause, reset, and realign. Guided by experienced Yamabushi and Zen practitioners, this immersive program weaves together mindful mountain walks, reflective rituals, and monastery-based Zen training for a holistic transformation.

Each retreat is thoughtfully adapted to your intentions, comfort level, and schedule, ensuring a holistic and transformative experience.

Available year-round, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature and yourself, whether you come alone or with a small group.

• 1 day: Zen temple training (meditation, rituals, reflection)
• 2 days: Yamabushi-guided activities on Mt. Haguro (mindful hiking, cleansing rituals, self-development practices)
  
• Guidance: Exclusive one-on-one or private group instruction from Yamabushi and Zen practitioners
   
• Focus: Mental and spiritual reset, mindfulness, nature connection, and self-development
• Customization: Fully tailored to your needs, intentions, and fitness level

• Duration: 3 days
• Group Size: 1–4 participants (larger groups by request)
• Availability: Year-round, on dates you select
• Location: Zen temples and Mt. Haguro
• Cost: US$3,500 per person (includes all accommodation, meals, interpretation, and local transport)

We invite all prospective participants to have a video chat with us before proceeding with bookings. 

• Personal Consultation
  We want to make sure the program you choose is right for you. Every path is unique, and we want to help you find yours.

• Right Fit
  We want to make sure our experience and your expectations are aligned. 
  
  We also understand Yamabushi training is not for everyone. We want to avoid those unable to complete the training, and are very specific about who we allow to train with us. 

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