Osaka Zen Meditation Experience at Nozaki Kannon Temple
Daito
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Even if this is your first time practicing zazen, please feel at ease. We will teach you the basics, including how to sit and how to breathe.
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For those who find it difficult to continue sitting in the zazen posture, chairs can be provided upon request.
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We recommend wearing loose-fitting pants or clothing that allows you to sit comfortably. Please refrain from wearing short tight skirts.
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Since the meditation is done barefoot, we recommend wearing socks that are easy to remove.
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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-Practice zazen meditation at Nozaki Kannon, a 1,300-year-old Zen temple in a serene, authentic setting. -Write and offer a prayer with a handwritten inscription from the chief priest, and receive a goshuin as proof of participation. -Explore the tranquil temple grounds and enjoy a beginner-friendly meditation experience with optional chair seating.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Prayer paper fee
Zazen experience fee
English-speaking interpreter guide fee
Other personal expenses
Meeting Points
Departure
Nozaki Station
[JR Tozai Line / Gakkentoshi Line “Nozaki” Station]
Address: 1-1-12 Nozaki, Daito City, Osaka Prefecture 574-0015
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Osaka Zen Meditation Experience at Nozaki Kannon Temple
Daito
About
-Practice zazen meditation at Nozaki Kannon, a 1,300-year-old Zen temple in a serene, authentic setting. -Write and offer a prayer with a handwritten inscription from the chief priest, and receive a goshuin as proof of participation. -Explore the tranquil temple grounds and enjoy a beginner-friendly meditation experience with optional chair seating.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Prayer paper fee
Zazen experience fee
English-speaking interpreter guide fee
Other personal expenses
Meeting Points
Departure
Nozaki Station
[JR Tozai Line / Gakkentoshi Line “Nozaki” Station]
Address: 1-1-12 Nozaki, Daito City, Osaka Prefecture 574-0015
Return
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Itinerary
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Nozaki Kannon
[Schedule]
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.
Meeting Point: JR Tozai Line / Gakkentoshi Line “Nozaki” Station
Travel: Walk to Nozaki Kannon (about 15 minutes)
[Nozaki Kannon Jigen-ji]
・Stroll through the grounds of Nozaki Kannon (10 minutes)
Your guide will show you the scenic views overlooking Osaka’s cityscape and the temple gardens.
・Worship: Visit Nozaki Kannon Jigen-ji (5 minutes)
・Zazen meditation inside the main hall (40 minutes)
Move inside the temple and experience Soto Zen-style zazen practice. After the chief priest explains the posture and etiquette, begin zazen in a sitting posture similar to cross-legged seated position in the main hall.
・Listen to a Dharma talk (10 minutes)
Reflect on your own emotions while listening to the priest’s teaching.
・Offering a prayer paper and receiving a Zen calligraphy seal (15 minutes) Write your wish on a prayer paper, and the chief priest will add a handwritten message.
