TOURS
Zen at Zenpoji
- Concierge Tour
- Minimum/Maximum Participants／1-8
- Required Time／4hrs
Step beyond the temple gates, and leave the modern world behind.
Guided by Zen monks, with the support of an English-speaking guide, you will take part in centuries-old practices such as zazen, sutra copying, and chanting—each offering a pathway to calm, clarity, and inner strength.
Lunch becomes a ritual in itself, as you experience shojin ryori and the mindful mealtime traditions that embody the essence of Zen living.
By joining the daily rhythms of Zenpoji Temple, you do more than observe Zen—you live it. This rare immersion offers timeless wisdom and a renewed sense of stillness to carry back into everyday life.
Itinerary
- Content Name
- Zen at Zenpoji
- Overview
- Step beyond the temple gates, and leave the modern world behind.
Guided by Zen monks, with the support of an English-speaking guide, you will take part in centuries-old practices such as zazen, sutra copying, and chanting—each offering a pathway to calm, clarity, and inner strength.
Lunch becomes a ritual in itself, as you experience shojin ryori and the mindful mealtime traditions that embody the essence of Zen living.
By joining the daily rhythms of Zenpoji Temple, you do more than observe Zen—you live it. This rare immersion offers timeless wisdom and a renewed sense of stillness to carry back into everyday life. - Duration
- Available year round
- Detailed Itinerary (Including Meeting Time and Place)
- Meet at Zenpoji Temple
>Take in a short orientation about the regional and religious context of Zen.
>Guided by Zenpoji monks, engage in the daily Zen practices, including meditation in the purpose-built hall, brush calligraphy, prayers and chanting, and Shojin cuisine prepared, served, and eaten in the Zen tradition.
- Price
- Price (per person, JPY) Pricing varies by group size, with reduced rates for larger groups. From ¥111,000 (1 participant) to ¥27,500 (8 participants)
- Included in the Price
- Zenpoji monk guide
Japanese to English interpreter
Traditional Zen style lunch
Materials for calligraphy
Insurance - Available Languages
- Japanese, English, Taiwanese Mandarin