Tokyo Zen Meditation at Private Temple with Monk
Experience Zen meditation at a hidden temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, with over 400 years of history.
With English support, you can have an authentic Zen experience in Japan. This private experience includes a tea ceremony and a lecture on Zazen by a monk.
You'll also have the opportunity to engage in free talk with the monk and capture memorable photographs within the temple.
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Tokyo Zen Meditation at Private Temple with Monk
What's included in Tokyo Zen Meditation at Private Temple with Monk
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Please find out this tour on IG #travel.japan_together Experience Zen meditation at a hidden temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, with a history spanning over 400 years. While Zen is globally renowned and recognized, there are few places in Japan where you can have the best Zen experience with English support. This temple is not open to the general public. Due to our strong connection with the temple, we offer a private Zen experience, fostering a connection with the monk and enjoying activities such as a tea ceremony. We'll meet at the temple, where you'll learn briefly about Japanese culture and Zen. Following that, a monk will personally lecture on the principles and techniques of Zazen (seated meditation), and you'll have the opportunity to practice. Finally, you'll have the chance to experience a matcha tea ceremony and engage in a free talk with the monk. Moreover, capturing photographs with the monk and within the temple is also possible, creating lasting memories for a lifetime.
Inclusions
- Zen Experience
- Pictures with Monk
- English speaking guide
- We will have matcha tea
- Entrance ticket
- Private transportation
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We will meetup in front of Family Mart (2 chome-1-13, Kotobuki, Taito City, Tokyo) We will meetup in front of the entrance of Family Mart. It takes 2 min from Tawaramachi station, Asakusa Area (Ginza line). There're 2 branches in this area, so please take care not to go to the incorrect branch.
