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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.

Book This Experience✓ Free cancellation (24h)

What To Expect

1

Stop 1

15 min

At 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.

2

Stop 2

1h 30mAdmission included

At 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.

3

Stop 3

15 min

Return 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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