Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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Kyoto has been the principal home of Zen since its introduction to Japan from China at the beginning of the 13th century. Kyoto is therefore rightly famous for its Zen-influenced gardens, etc. However, the heart of Zen is the practice of meditation, for meditation is the very meaning of the word “Zen.” Given this, it is ironic there are few opportunities for short-term visitors to Kyoto to have more than a brief introduction to Zen meditation while visiting Zen temples. Thus, this workshop is unique in providing an extended, in-depth introduction to both the theory and practice of meditation (zazen) under the guidance of American-born, Sōtō Zen Buddhist priest and scholar Rev. Dr. Brian Vict...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
The workshop ends with green tea and a traditional Kyoto sweet
Public Bus Fare
Meeting Points
Departure
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
We meet in the lobby of Hotel Granvia on the 2nd floor of Kyoto Station. You will easily be able to recognize me since I will be wearing the clothing of a Zen Buddhist cleric.
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Kyoto has been the principal home of Zen since its introduction to Japan from China at the beginning of the 13th century. Kyoto is therefore rightly famous for its Zen-influenced gardens, etc. However, the heart of Zen is the practice of meditation, for meditation is the very meaning of the word “Zen.” Given this, it is ironic there are few opportunities for short-term visitors to Kyoto to have more than a brief introduction to Zen meditation while visiting Zen temples. Thus, this workshop is unique in providing an extended, in-depth introduction to both the theory and practice of meditation (zazen) under the guidance of American-born, Sōtō Zen Buddhist priest and scholar Rev. Dr. Brian Vict...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
The workshop ends with green tea and a traditional Kyoto sweet
Public Bus Fare
Meeting Points
Departure
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
We meet in the lobby of Hotel Granvia on the 2nd floor of Kyoto Station. You will easily be able to recognize me since I will be wearing the clothing of a Zen Buddhist cleric.
