For a society jaded by affluence, the goal is not to seek exercise or relaxation but spiritual succor - even in a hobby.
Over 200,000 people now visit the park every year, seeking wildlife observation, exercise, and relaxation.
The area is enjoyed by students seeking relaxation, and also during festivities owing to its convenient location.
War veterans returned home seeking relaxation and comfort, instead of returning to their factory or agricultural duties.
Nevertheless, the hot spring spot is certainly a destination for city dwellers who seek relaxation and tranquility, far cheaper than going to a spa.
The Clinton Administration has been seeking relaxation of Japan's regulatory process as a way of opening the economy to foreign companies.
Vacation is more of a pilgrimage than seeking rest and relaxation.
Whether you're seeking an activity break, total relaxation or a mixture of the two, Paradis makes the perfect retreat.
The path attracts people seeking exercise and relaxation, and can be crowded.
For those who have the occasional sleepless night and are seeking relaxation, though, a salon nap or a massage could be soothing, she said.