On August 31, 2024, we hosted a bilingual yoga event titled "Mind & Body Harmony: Meditation and Yoga★Relaxing Yoga & Meditation to Soothe Summer Fatigue★," incorporating Yoga Nidra. After easing our bodies with gentle yoga, we entered a deep state of relaxation during Shavasana (Corpse Pose), guided by the soothing voice of our instructor, floating between wakefulness and sleep. Following the one-hour yoga and meditation session, we enjoyed casual English conversation over refreshing soy-based fruit smoothies.

We then conducted a disaster preparedness workshop, entirely in English, for foreign residents living in Setagaya Ward. The workshop covered essential information such as the population of Tokyo and Setagaya, the capacity of local evacuation shelters, Setagaya’s disaster preparedness gift catalog, and practical guidance on what and how to prepare for emergencies. Additionally, we provided tips specifically for non-Japanese residents, such as how to locate places to make international calls in an emergency and the differences between the Japanese and English versions of Setagaya’s disaster maps. We also revisited important yet often overlooked emergency resources, like homes that provide well water during disasters, AEDs, and fire extinguishers installed throughout the neighborhood, which are typically labeled only in Japanese.

At Link & Learn International, we remain committed to bridging the gap between foreign residents and the local Japanese community by continuing to offer these workshops free of charge. Although some participants expressed interest in joining online, we were unable to arrange the necessary equipment in time, so the event was held in person only. If there is sufficient interest, we would be happy to hold a repeat session. Please feel free to contact us via email at info@linkandlearn.jp if you'd like to participate.