Tokyo: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
ID: GYG595395-1005326
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Practice Zen meditation at a secluded temple in Asakusa, Tokyo with personal guidance from a monk. Partake in a matcha tea ceremony and take photos at the end.
Experience Zen meditation at a hidden temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, with a history spanning over 400 years. Foster a deep connection with a monk, learn the secrets of Zazen practice, and participate in a matcha tea ceremony.
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, experience a matcha tea ceremony and engage in a free talk with the monk. 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 temple in Asakusa, Tokyo
- Explore a secret temple with a rich history spanning more than 400 years
- 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
Meet in front of Family Mart, located in the Asakusa area, a 2-minute from Tawaramachi station (Ginza line).
There are 2 branches in this area, so please make sure to go to the correct Family Mart.
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.
