Trend Watch Shinrin-Yoku: The Japanese Practice of Forest Bathing

As far back as the good old 1980s, people in Japan found themselves in the woods to pursue a very specific health concept: forest bathing. Shinrin-Yoku, or "immersing yourself in the forest," was created about forty years ago. From tree hugs to walks, both physical and mental health are said to benefit from the power of trees.