Osaka Zen Meditation Experience at Nozaki Kannon Temple
-Practice zazen meditation at Nozaki Kannon, a 1,300-year-old Zen temple in a serene, authentic setting. -Write and offer a prayer with a handwritten inscription from the chief priest, and receive a goshuin as proof of participation. -Explore the tranquil temple grounds and enjoy a beginner-friendly
📍Meeting point: [JR Tozai Line / Gakkentoshi Line “Nozaki” Station] Address: 1-1-12 Nozaki, Daito City, Osaka Prefecture 574-0015
-Practice zazen meditation at Nozaki Kannon, a 1,300-year-old Zen temple in a serene, authentic setting. -Write and offer a prayer with a handwritten inscription from the chief priest, and receive a goshuin as proof of participation. -Explore the tranquil temple grounds and enjoy a beginner-friendly meditation experience with optional chair seating.
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What To Expect
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⏱ 1h 30mAdmission included[Schedule] Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time. Meeting Point: JR Tozai Line / Gakkentoshi Line “Nozaki” Station Travel: Walk to Nozaki Kannon (about 15 minutes) [Nozaki Kannon Jigen-ji] ・Stroll through the grounds of Nozaki Kannon (10 minutes) Your guide will show you the scenic views overlooking Osaka’s cityscape and the temple gardens. ・Worship: Visit Nozaki Kannon Jigen-ji (5 minutes) ・Zazen meditation inside the main hall (40 minutes) Move inside the temple and experience Soto Zen-style zazen practice. After the chief priest explains the posture and etiquette, begin zazen in a sitting posture similar to cross-legged seated position in the main hall. ・Listen to a Dharma talk (10 minutes) Reflect on your own emotions while listening to the priest’s teaching. ・Offering a prayer paper and receiving a Zen calligraphy seal (15 minutes) Write your wish on a prayer paper, and the chief priest will add a handwritten message.
What’s Included
- ✓Prayer paper fee
- ✓Zazen experience fee
- ✓English-speaking interpreter guide fee
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Other personal expenses
Additional Info
- •Service animals allowed
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Even if this is your first time practicing zazen, please feel at ease. We will teach you the basics, including how to sit and how to breathe.
- •For those who find it difficult to continue sitting in the zazen posture, chairs can be provided upon request.
- •We recommend wearing loose-fitting pants or clothing that allows you to sit comfortably. Please refrain from wearing short tight skirts.
- •Since the meditation is done barefoot, we recommend wearing socks that are easy to remove.
- •Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.
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