Kushi Institute - Macrobiotic Healing Center
The Kushi Institute in Becket, Massachusetts, is the world's reference centre for the study and practice of macrobiotics, founded by Michio …
Kushi Institute - Macrobiotic Healing Center
The Kushi Institute in Becket, Massachusetts, is the world's reference centre for the study and practice of macrobiotics, founded by Michio Kushi in 1978. The institute offers residential immersion programmes in classical macrobiotics and Oriental medicine, focusing on food as medicine, traditional Japanese healing arts, pulse and tongue diagnosis, Shiatsu massage, acupuncture and holistic lifestyles. Set on 600 acres of Massachusetts forest and fields, the Kushi Institute is a unique reference for preventive health and natural wellbeing.
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"I attended a seven-day residential retreat and it completely reset my relationship with food and stress. The shiatsu and one-on-one nutrition coaching were transformative — I left with clearer digestion and tools I still use every day."
"The Healing Macrobiotic Bath followed by a guided rest was unlike anything I've experienced. The staff created a peaceful, attentive environment and the meals during my stay were nourishing and delicious."
"My private restorative yoga and breathwork session helped ease long-standing shoulder tension and anxiety. I wished the retreat had been a bit longer, but the practitioners were deeply skilled and compassionate."
"The week-long residential retreat completely transformed my digestion and energy levels. The shiatsu sessions combined with the macrobiotic meals were profoundly healing, and the staff supported me with patience and deep expertise."
"I came for a weekend reset and left with practical tools for daily life. The Shiatsu & Energy Balancing with Marta was the highlight — I experienced immediate relief from chronic shoulder pain and better sleep afterward."
"The Nutritional Radiance Facial plus a short dietary consult improved my skin and helped clarify my eating habits. Scheduling around the residential programs was a bit tight, but the practitioners were attentive and knowledgeable."
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198 Leland Road, Becket, MA 01223, Berkshire Mountains, Massachusetts, Lenox