Enjoy a spiritual retreat at Fuji Speedway Hotel

The Fuji Speedway Hotel is famous for its location: beside the circuit of the same name at the foot of Mount Fuji. In addition to its motorsport inspiration and stunning alpine vistas, the hotel takes full advantage of Shizuoka Prefecture’s tranquil surroundings to provide guests with a unique spiritual and meditative experience rooted in Japanese history and tradition.

Visitors can enjoy an idyllic wellness journey at the iconic resort with activities such as matcha calligraphy, zazen classes at the historic Hokyoji Temple, and rooftop yoga.

The Way of Tea: Matcha Calligraphy and Tea Themed Spa

Shizuoka is famous for its tea. Guests at the Fuji Speedway Hotel can take a calligraphy class using matcha instead of ink, breathe in the earthy aroma of green tea, and learn the meditative practice of calligraphy with a master who speaks English proficiently. It is beginner-friendly, so those who are new to the art can participate with confidence. Finally, participants can take the final piece home and admire the vibrant green matcha ink fading to a rich, elegant brown.

Building on the county’s reputation as a top-quality tea producer, Fuji Speedway Hotel’s spa, Omika Wellness & Spa, offers a number of green tea-themed treatments on its extensive menu, including a green tea compress massage. Professional masseuses use hot green tea pads, warm charcoal, and salt-infused oils and salts to knead muscles for otherworldly relaxation.

Practice zazen at Bojing Temple

Hotel guests, whether first-timers or seasoned practitioners, can sign up for classes in zazen, a Buddhist practice of seated meditation, at the nearby Hojing Temple. The resident monk will guide you through the basics of zazen, then perform some stretches to become more aware of the feeling of gravity on the human body. In the relaxing atmosphere of Baojing Temple, learn to feel rather than think, and escape the constant flow of thoughts in your busy life.

Yoga while looking at Mount Fuji

Enjoy great views of Mount Fuji and Fuji Speedway while enjoying some exercise with morning yoga on the hotel’s rooftop terrace. Teachers guide guests through relaxing classes that focus on breathing and body awareness. Basking in the majestic power of Mount Fuji in an energizing pose, completing Post-Savasana may feel extra rewarding.

The Fuji Speedway Hotel is an ideal destination away from busy city life. Take some time to enjoy Shizuoka’s mountain views and high-quality green tea, and come away feeling refreshed—and maybe even gain some new insights into your personal health and mindfulness.

More information

To book your own Fuji Speedway hotel tour, visit their website.