Shinrin Yoku

Forest bathing, or shinrin yoku, is the Japanese practice of spending unhurried, attentive time among trees, and Héctor García and Francesc Miralles set out what it involves. The authors, whose earlier book Ikigai reached a wide readership, describe the tradition behind the practice and summarise research on its reported effects on stress and general well-being. Guidance is practical rather than mystical: how to walk, what to notice, how long to stay, and how to find something workable in a city park when a forest is out of reach. Photographs and short reflective passages keep the pace slow, which suits the subject. Why it stays on shelves: • Explains the origins of shinrin yoku in Japanese practice • Summarises published research on time spent in natural settings • Includes step-by-step suggestions adaptable to urban surroundings • From the authors of Ikigai, published by Tuttle Publishing Suited to readers interested in mindfulness, nature writing and everyday well-being; anyone managing a health condition should still consult a qualified professional. Order it at Boipoka.