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The Travel Capsule: a Japanese retreat in 72 hours, wherever you are

  • Writer: Lesly Paillet
    Lesly Paillet
  • May 8
  • 3 min read

In a world that is moving at breakneck speed, it sometimes becomes essential to take a break. Not necessarily a big trip, but a real moment to breathe, slow down and find yourself. It is in this spirit that the Travel Capsule was born , an experience inspired by Japanese wisdom, designed as a 72-hour mini-trip, to be experienced wherever you are , without having to go far or for a long time.

Japanese Zen landscape

A break to breathe

The Travel Capsule is a kind of personal retreat, a bubble of calm within reach. Designed for those who don't always have the opportunity to take a big getaway, it allows you to experience an inner, poetic and rejuvenating journey, without changing countries, or even necessarily cities.

Over the course of three days, I'll guide you through a gentle and intimate program tailored to your pace and environment. The idea? To create space within and around you to clear your mind, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters.

On the program: mindful walks, readings, small rituals inspired by Japan, writing, photography, discovering calm places around you, moments of silence... Simple moments, carefully chosen to do you good.


Wabi-sabi: beauty in imperfection

At the heart of this experience is wabi-sabi , a Japanese philosophy that invites us to see beauty in simple, imperfect, and ephemeral things. A chipped cup, a falling leaf, a ray of light on a wall: everything becomes a pretext for contemplation and calm.

Wabi -sabi teaches us to slow down, to be fully present, to appreciate what is there, as it is. The Travel Capsule draws on this philosophy to transform your everyday life into a space of renewal, where even ordinary details can become extraordinary.


Ikigai: finding meaning

The other pillar of the Travel Capsule is ikigai , a Japanese concept that refers to what gives meaning to our lives. It's the balance between what we love to do, what we're good at, what the world needs, and what can make us live.

During these 72 hours, you will be invited to gently explore what excites you. Through introspection exercises, breaks, and creative moments (such as writing poems or taking emotional photos), you will reconnect with your essence, your inner drive.


A gentle Japanese retreat, wherever you are

The great advantage of the Travel Capsule is that it adapts to your real life. Whether you live in the city, the countryside, in an apartment or by the sea, I offer you a 100% personalized program, taking into account your environment and your availability. It is not about forcing you to disconnect, but to offer you a reconnection ritual, achievable in your living environment.

It's like bringing a Japanese retreat into your home (or a location of your choice) to give you some real time to yourself, without complicated logistics or plane tickets.


For whom?

The Travel Capsule is for anyone who feels the need to take a break and unwind. It's perfect for:

  • tired or overworked people,

  • sensitive souls in search of meaning or inspiration,

  • couples who wish to meet again

  • parents, caregivers, the self-employed, employees... in short, anyone who wants to treat themselves to a sweet moment without going far.


It can also be a very nice gift to give to yourself or someone you love.


In summary


The Travel Capsule is:

  • a 72-hour experience, inspired by Japan,

  • based on the philosophies of wabi-sabi (beauty of the imperfect) and ikigai ( quest for meaning),

  • a personalized, gentle, simple and profound interlude,

  • an inner journey, even without leaving.

L'Esprit Voyageur is also about offering sensitive, intimate journeys that bring us back to the essentials. And sometimes, a few days are enough to change everything.

Ready to board your own Travel Capsule?


 
 
 

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