Welcome to Aoba-an
A house of quiet purpose on the coast of Takahama

Our work here at Aoba-an is to live simply and attentively — to walk, build, and create as practice. Everything we do, from tending the garden to sharing tea or conversation, is part of that same rhythm of awareness.

This place is both a retreat and a workshop — a living field where reflection meets community. We host gatherings, mentorships, and creative residencies; we build gardens, share meals, and open the doors for festivals, music, and dialogue. Whether you come as a guest, a collaborator, or a neighbor, you are part of this shared work of renewal.

What we build — retreats, the Kura Campus / Café, the stories of Takahama — are not just projects, but ways of remembering what matters: presence, connection, and quiet joy.

Here, we believe meaning is made through action — through listening, serving, and creating together.

Welcome to Aoba-an — may this place remind you to slow down, breathe deeply, and meet life as it is.

— Todd / Daisan