Candlelit Zen: Evening Meditation at Kyoto’s Secret Temple
ID: GYG820421-1304936
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
01:10 hours
Description
Practice Zen meditation at a secluded temple in Kyoto with personal guidance from a monk. Learn about the principles and techniques of Zazen from a monk and take part in a tea ceremony.
Immerse yourself in Zen meditation at a hidden temple in Kyoto. Foster a deep connection with a monk, learn the secrets of Zazen practice, and gain a deeper appreciation for Japanese culture.
Step into a temple that is not open to the general public for an authentic experience accompanied by a guide. Learn briefly about Japanese culture and Zen. Then, listen to a lecture from a monk on the principles and techniques of Zazen (seated meditation), and get the opportunity to practice.
Unify your mind, confront yourself, and detach from ego and worldly concerns. Finally, drink tea while enjoying a view of the temple gardens. You can also capture photographs with the monk and within the temple, creating memories for a lifetime.
Highlights
- Experience self-awareness and inner calm at a hidden temple in Kyoto
- Gain insights into Zazen meditation, a central practice of Zen Buddhism
- Breathe rhythmically and use this opportunity to achieve a sense of peace
- End your experience with a tea ceremony and a discussion with the monk
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The experience takes place in the evening
Photography is allowed, but flash photography is not
Food and drinks are not allowed inside the temple
Meet at the toilet at Kodaiji Park. The guide will wait for you at the northern side of the toilet.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
