Tokyo 90-Minute Zen Meditation Experience with Monk at Private Temple
by Travel Japan Together Tokyo
Overview
This walking tour in Tokyo lasts about 90 minutes and takes place at a private temple in Asakusa with more than 400 years of history. You will join a Zen meditation session led by a monk, with guidance available in English throughout. The experience includes a tea ceremony and a lecture about Zazen meditation. After the meditation, there is time for open conversation with the monk. You can also take photos inside the temple during your visit. Snacks and entrance to the temple are included. Private transportation is not provided.
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Itinerary
Private Zen Temple in Asakusa
Visit a hidden temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, with over 400 years of history. This temple is not open to the public and offers a private Zen experience with English support. Participants will meet at the temple, learn briefly about Japanese culture and Zen, then receive a lecture from a monk on Zazen meditation techniques followed by a practice session. The experience includes a matcha tea ceremony and a free talk with the monk. Photography with the monk and inside the temple is allowed.
90 min
Meeting point
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.
End point
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.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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