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From Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) to Forest Therapy: The Evolution of a Japanese Health Concept
- Shinrin-Yoku Journal (ISSN: 2957-2118)
- November 6, 2025
This document provides a brief introduction to the concept of shinin-yoku, also known as “forest bathing， ” and its evolution towards forest therapy（森林療法，森林セラピー）・
From Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) to Forest Therapy: The Evolution of a Japanese Health Concept
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When Does Nature Become Therapy? Reconsidering Therapeutic Experience, Agency, Professional Guidance, and Commercialisation in Shinrin-Yoku, Forest Bathing and Forest Therapy
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Spending Time in the Forest: Modalities of Engagement, Connection, and Care
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Why We Need Forest Therapy Guides
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The Shinrin Yoku Association: Honoring Tradition, Science, and the Future
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From Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) to Forest Therapy: The Evolution of a Japanese Health Concept
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Comprehensive Assessment and Optimization of Invitations for Shinrin-Yoku Sessions: Methodology and Case Study
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Establishing Ethical Standards and Best Practices for Shinrin Yoku Guides: A Comprehensive Guide by the Shinrin Yoku Association
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Investigating Relationships between Nature Connection, Emotion Regulation, and Mindful Attention Awareness
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The Relationship Between Nature Connection Index and Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale. Results Digest
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Research Digest: Medical Empirical Research on Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku)
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Spending Time in the Forest: Modalities of Engagement, Connection, and Care
This chapter continues and expands the discussion initiated in Guziak’s...
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Why We Need Forest Therapy Guides
The need for forest therapy guides may be understood through...
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The Shinrin Yoku Association: Honoring Tradition, Science, and the Future
The Shinrin Yoku Association: Honoring Tradition, Science, and the Future
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From Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) to Forest Therapy: The Evolution of a Japanese Health Concept
From Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) to Forest Therapy: The Evolution of...
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Comprehensive Assessment and Optimization of Invitations for Shinrin-Yoku Sessions: Methodology and Case Study
Comprehensive Assessment and Optimization of Invitations for Shinrin-Yoku Sessions: Methodology...
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Establishing Ethical Standards and Best Practices for Shinrin Yoku Guides: A Comprehensive Guide by the Shinrin Yoku Association
Establishing Ethical Standards and Best Practices for Shinrin Yoku Guides:...
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Investigating Relationships between Nature Connection, Emotion Regulation, and Mindful Attention Awareness
Investigating Relationships between Nature Connection, Emotion Regulation, and Mindful Attention...
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The Relationship Between Nature Connection Index and Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale. Results Digest
The Relationship Between Nature Connection Index and Difficulties in Emotion...
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Research Digest: Medical Empirical Research on Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku)
Research Digest: Medical Empirical Research on Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku) ISBN:...
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Selected Facts from the History of Research on Phytoncides and Phytoncide Therapy
The Shinrin Yoku Association: Honoring Tradition, Science, and the Future
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Modalities of Spending Time in the Forest
The Shinrin Yoku Association: Honoring Tradition, Science, and the Future
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Phytoncides and Forest Volatile Organic Compounds: Ecological Foundations, Chemical Diversity, and Relevance for Forest Therapy
The Shinrin Yoku Association: Honoring Tradition, Science, and the Future
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Professional Identity, Agency, and Ethical Responsibility of Forest Therapy Guides
This article explores scaffolding as a guiding principle in forest...
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Scaffolded Model of Engagement for Facilitating Guided Forest Therapy Sessions
This article explores scaffolding as a guiding principle in forest...
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Designing Invitations for Guided Forest Therapy Sessions: Structure, Sensory Modalities, and Intentionality
This article explores scaffolding as a guiding principle in forest...
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Nature and Human Well-Being: Theoretical Perspectives and Implications for Forest Therapy
A growing body of research suggests that contact with natural...
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Physiological Markers of Wellbeing in the Context of Exposure to Forest Atmosphere
Understanding the effects of exposure to forest environments requires attention...
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The Sense of Smell, Nervous System, and Forest Phytoncides: A Circle of Influence
This chapter continues and expands the discussion initiated in Guziak’s...
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Ethical Standards Framework for Education and Shinrin Yoku Practitioners
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