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Authentic Zazen Experience Digital Detox with Temple Stay & Food
Important Information
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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In recent years, the teachings of Zen meditation (zazen) have become increasingly well-known around the world. However, there are surprisingly few places where one can experience authentic zazen.
This activity offers a true digital detox and Zen experience—an immersive overnight stay at Shogakuji Temple, a Soto Zen temple nestled deep in the mountains about two hours from Tokyo. Over the course of two days and one night, participants can fully engage in traditional Soto Zen practices surrounded by rich natural beauty.
During your stay, you’ll follow the same practices as Zen monks: sitting meditation (zazen), sutra copying (shakyō), and enjoying tenzo ryōri, traditional vegetarian temple c...
Highlights
1 day
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 day
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bath at night for full physical and mental relaxation
The tour price includes transportation, lodging, and all meals.
Pickup and Dropoff from desired location in Tokyo
Both dinner and breakfast are tenzo ryori, or traditional shojin ryori (vegetarian temple cuisine)
English speaking native guide
2 Zazen sessions and lecture from the monk, and 1 shakyo session
Bath towels, toothbrush and any clothes
Authentic Zazen Experience Digital Detox with Temple Stay & Food
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In recent years, the teachings of Zen meditation (zazen) have become increasingly well-known around the world. However, there are surprisingly few places where one can experience authentic zazen.
This activity offers a true digital detox and Zen experience—an immersive overnight stay at Shogakuji Temple, a Soto Zen temple nestled deep in the mountains about two hours from Tokyo. Over the course of two days and one night, participants can fully engage in traditional Soto Zen practices surrounded by rich natural beauty.
During your stay, you’ll follow the same practices as Zen monks: sitting meditation (zazen), sutra copying (shakyō), and enjoying tenzo ryōri, traditional vegetarian temple c...
Highlights
1 day
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 day
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bath at night for full physical and mental relaxation
The tour price includes transportation, lodging, and all meals.
Pickup and Dropoff from desired location in Tokyo
Both dinner and breakfast are tenzo ryori, or traditional shojin ryori (vegetarian temple cuisine)
English speaking native guide
2 Zazen sessions and lecture from the monk, and 1 shakyo session
Bath towels, toothbrush and any clothes
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In recent years, the teachings of Zen meditation (zazen) have become increasingly well-known around the world. However, there are surprisingly few places where one can experience authentic zazen.
This activity offers a true digital detox and Zen experience—an immersive overnight stay at Shogakuji Temple, a Soto Zen temple nestled deep in the mountains about two hours from Tokyo. Over the course of two days and one night, participants can fully engage in traditional Soto Zen practices surrounded by rich natural beauty.
During your stay, you’ll follow the same practices as Zen monks: sitting meditation (zazen), sutra copying (shakyō), and enjoying tenzo ryōri, traditional vegetarian temple c...
