Kyoto Zen Meditation and Garden Tour at a Zen Temple with Lunch
Find Inner Peace in the Heart of Kyoto Experience authentic Zen meditation at one of Kyoto’s five major Zen temples Learn the basics of zazen directly from a knowledgeable local guide Stroll through a serene Zen rock garden while enjoying insightful commentary Savor a traditional Buddhist monk’
📍Meeting point: Outside of Tofukuji Station EXIT 2, Next to the Family Mart ［From Kyoto stn. to Tofukuji stn.］ JR line：You can use both rapid trains and local trains. ［From Shijyo keihan to Tofukuji station］ Keihan line : You can use sub-express, semi express and local trains. Please DO NOT USE express trains.
What To Expect
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⏱ 4 minExperience Zen meditation at one of the five major Zen temples in Kyoto. Get insights into how to practice zazen or Zen meditation from a local guide. Enjoy the Zen garden (dry landscape garden) with a guide's commentary and feel the tranquility. Enjoy traditional Buddhist meal historically served by Zen monks at Zen temples. This activity ends near Chishaku-in Temple
What’s Included
- ✓4 hours with a local guide
- ✓Shojin traditional meal (Dashi-fish broth is used for some dishes, a bit of dairy for a dish)
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Entrance fee of all venues we will visit
- ✓Zazen Meditation Experience (1hour)
- ✓Photos during a tour
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Alcohalic Drinks
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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