Japanese Mythology

This is the third of our webinar series. Hosted by Miho Hatanaka, RDN co-founder & owner of House Nine wellness & tea.
About this Event

This is the third of our webinar series. Hosted by Miho Hatanaka, RDN co-founder & owner of House Nine wellness & tea.

As part of our upcoming ZEN & MINDFULNESS Japan Wellness Retreat, we welcome you to learn a bit more about the Japanese culture.

We will be serving some premium Japanese Green Tea and Japanese sweets.

While you sip, learn about the land of eight million gods.

Japanese Mythology

Every tree, river, rock, mountain has spirits that protect nature and humans.

The journey into the mythology of Japan — thousands years old oral legend of how islands of Japan was formed by the gods of the Universe. These aren't just old tales. They're the living foundation of Japanese identity still to this day.

Topics covered:

• The divine formation of the islands of Japan
• Birth of Amaterasu omikami (sun goddess)
• Japan’s first emperor - Jinmu tenno
• Shinto Shrines and the gods
• Living myth - yearly Shinto rituals to worship the gods and current imperial family
• Influence on Japanese social values and identity of harmony, responsibility, and the care for nature
• Mt. Fuji as a spiritual symbol

About the Host:

Miho Hatanaka, RDN

Miho was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan. With family in both Tokyo and Osaka, Miho observed the different cultures and traditions kept within Japan.

When she moved to the United States in 2004, the biggest culture shock she experienced was the food.

In Japan, food is approached with deep attention — not just for nourishment, but as a shared, communal practice for health and wellbeing. This inspired her to pursue a career as a Registered Dietitian to improve the health and wellbeing of others.

While living in the U.S., she continued practicing Japanese traditions — playing shamisen (a traditional Japanese string instrument), taiko (traditional Japanese drumming), nagauta singing, and dance. She also practiced Aikido, a Japanese martial art, for seven years.

Before opening House Nine in 2019, she told Sarah (co-owner) that her dream was to host a wellness retreat in Japan. After six years of dreaming, she will be leading the Japan Wellness Retreat in November 2026.

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