Private Zen Sutra Copying Experience at Chikurin-ji Temple
■Experience a Zen journey of panoramic views, sacred practice, and reflection. ・Ideal for cruise passengers seeking authentic cultural experiences ・Practice traditional sutra copying at historic Chikurin-ji Temple ・Begin and end with panoramic views from Godaisan ・Experience Zen through three stages
📍Meeting point: Meet at the Godaisan Observatory Bus Stop. In case of rain, meet under the roof of the restroom next to the bus stop. Your guide will hold a “Kochi Tours” sign. Cruise guests: Kochi Port is about 15 min away. Please arrange your own transportation in advance. Contact us if port meet-up is needed.
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 15 minAt Godaisan Observation Deck, begin your experience with peaceful panoramic views over Kochi City, the surrounding mountains, and the Pacific Ocean on clear days. This introductory stop offers a quiet moment to slow down, breathe, and prepare for the Zen sutra-copying practice at Chikurin-ji Temple.
Stop 2
⏱ 1h 30mAdmission includedAt Chikurin-ji Temple, practice traditional sutra copying in a quiet temple setting and experience a meditative Buddhist ritual preserved for centuries. Using brush and ink, participants carefully copy Buddhist scriptures as a form of mindful concentration. This private guided experience invites guests to slow down, focus the mind, and engage with Japanese Buddhist culture in a respectful and meaningful way.
Stop 3
⏱ 15 minReturn to Godaisan Observation Deck after your Zen practice for a reflective closing moment. Revisit the same panoramic view and experience how the landscape may feel different through a calmer, more mindful perspective.
What’s Included
- ✓Admission fees
- ✓Guided Zen reflection walk around Godaisan and Chikurin-ji
- ✓Photo assistance by your guide (shared via Google Drive, not professional photography)
- ✓English-speaking guide
- ✓Private sutra copying instruction
- ✓Snacks
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Meals
- ✗Private transportation
- ✗Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
What to Bring
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- •Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Because the temple grounds and Godaisan area include stairs, slopes, and uneven paths.
- •Because this tour involves extended walking, stairs, and sitting on the floor during the Shakyo experience.
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