Zen Meditation at National Treasure Temple in Kyoto

體驗介紹

You can enjoy the Zen rock garden and have traditional Japanese green tea with a special sweet. This temple also has a Shoin (a study/drawing room) which was used as a a tea room where Sen-no-Rikyu and Hideyoshi Toyotomi (1537-1598), one of the most famous historical figures in the history of Japan, had tea together whilst enjoying the view of the rock garden. This encounter itself gives a tremendous value to this chamber, along with its architectural value. Also you will be able to experience an authentic Zen meditation in this majestic atmosphere. Those exclusive atmosphere and experience will be the best memories for you in Japan.

行程內容

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   活動時長: 120 分鐘

   You will be visiting a temple that was built in 1509 by the first chief priest Kogaku Soko Zenji, the Zen master. Since its establishment, famous priests have inherited it for generations. The main building was left as it was originally built and it remains as a National Treasure. At this temple it has a beautiful Kare-sansui Garden (dry landscape garden). The tour starts with the guided tour of the garden, then move to Zen meditation experience. After refreshing your body and soul, you will relax with the tea ceremony at the temple. If you wish to stay longer and have lunch, you can try Shojin cuisine lunch. Option A Guided tour of the rock garden → Zazen experience → Tea ceremony Option B Guided tour of the rock garden → Zazen experience → Tea ceremony → Shojin Cuisine Lunch Shojin Cuisine is the Japanese sophisticated Buddhist cuisine. As the cuisine is made without meat, fish or other animal products, it can be enjoyed by vegans, vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

包含項目

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• Japanese green tea and sweet for tea ceremony
• English interpreter

不包含項目

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• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Lunch is not included if option not selected

其他資訊

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• Wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

取消政策

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.