The automatic doors of Tallinn Airport slid open, and there they were—my tribe. As I wrapped them in my arms, I felt two worlds colliding: the intellectual intensity of the mastermind I'd just left behind, and the raw, unfiltered reality of family life. That moment wasn't just a reunion. It was the beginning of an unexpected lesson in what happens when you stop separating your warrior training from your role as a father.
Read MoreBlending Work and Family in the Nordic: A Memorable Helsinki Experience
Organizing the Biohacker Summit in Helsinki in 2024 was a milestone in my professional life. Still, this year was particularly special because I could blend my work with family again! My wife, Nao Matsuda, and our kids joined me for the event, marking our first family trip to Helsinki in five years—since Nao last attended the Biohacker Summit 2019.
Read MoreSamurai Island: A Journey of Renewal in Finland’s Archipelago
Following the powerful experience of the Biohacker Summit Helsinki 2024, I embarked on a transformative offsite retreat to Samurai Island, located in Finland’s stunning archipelago, Stra Herro. This secluded island retreat was unlike any other, offering a perfect blend of nature, mindfulness, and ancient samurai philosophy.
Read MoreBiohacker Summit Helsinki 2024: A Landmark Event with Team Japan and Global Collaborations
The Biohacker Summit Helsinki 2024 was a truly spectacular event. As one of the organizers, a professional MMA fighter, and a passionate biohacker, I couldn’t have been prouder of how this event unfolded. The atmosphere was not just charged with innovation and collaboration but also with a shared mission that connected us all to the mission of optimizing human potential.
Read MoreThe Upgraded Dinner 2024 in Helsinki: A Culinary Journey of Biohacking and Tradition
The Upgraded Dinner 2024 in Helsinki was more than just a dinner—it was an immersive cooking workshop that combined the latest in biohacking techniques with the rich traditions of Japanese culture. Held under the expert guidance of the Biohacker’s Handbook authors and the renowned wild food chef Sami Tallberg, this event was a highlight of the Biohacker Summit, bringing together a unique blend of innovation, tradition, and culinary artistry.
Read MoreOptimized Day Workshop 2024: A Day of Transformation in Helsinki
Before the highly anticipated Biohacker Summit in Helsinki 2024, we had the incredible opportunity to kick off the event with the Optimized Day Workshop. Set in a breathtaking retreat location just 25 minutes from Helsinki city center, this immersive and exclusive workshop brought together some of the world’s leading health, wellness, and biohacking experts.
Read MoreAfter leading exercise at a biohacking retreat in Estonia, I took a ferry to Helsinki for Nordic nature immersion with ice baths, forest trails, saunas, and ecstatic breath-work.
Read MoreAfter Biohacker Summit Helsinki, we embarked on an epic upgraded offsite to the world's largest archipelago in front of Finland. This is where ancient Finns used to pay their taxes to the king with seal fat and salted herring. They survived on fishing and the gifts from nature, and we were there to immerse ourselves in the exact beautiful nature and sea that provided them with sustenance.
Read MoreHello Teknation! I'm excited to share my recent experience at the Upgraded Dinner in Kellohalli, Helsinki. This event took place on the eve of the Biohacker Summit Helsinki, and it was a culinary adventure like no other.
Read MoreHello Teknation! I'm thrilled to share my recent experience as an instructor at the Optimized Day Workshop in Helsinki. This immersive retreat was filled with biohacking, wellness, and personal growth. If you're interested in optimizing your health and productivity, keep reading!
Read MoreWith so many things to do in Helsinki, it's easy to see why the Finish capital city is a popular European destination. Finland’s capital was founded in the 16th century but the city you see today took shape in the 1800s.
Well, I did nothing special as a tourist in Helsinki. lol. I spent two days on Biohacker Summit and went to Rautalampi for the offsite event, so my wife and I had the only chance to walk around in the city after the evening when no place for tourists was open.
Read MoreI didn’t expect to go for upgraded offsite, however, Teemu invited us to this fantastic offsite trip a day before! My wife and I were not prepared for Lapland weather, but thanks to many bits of help, we got all the gears we need and made it. Even though most of our time we spent in Finland was in Helsinki, just one-night experience in Lapland was beyond the above and an unforgettable experience in my life. I am so glad to write this blog as I try to remember what we did there.
Read MoreIt’s easy to remember our wedding anniversary because it is the day of Halloween. We didn’t expect to spend time in Finland, but it was an honor to spend our anniversary at VIP upgraded dinner. I was invited to the biohacker summit, and we visited Helsinki, Finland, and had a fantastic experience in Finland.
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