Private Buddhist Temple Ritual & Soba Tour – Tokyo at Jindaiji
(5) Reviews
Chofu
About
Discover the spiritual heart of old Tokyo on this intimate private walk through Jindaiji Temple and its surrounding forest. Along the way, Rei will share the foundations of Japanese Buddhism and the temple's centuries-long history — bringing the stones, rituals, and landscape to life with context rarely offered to visitors. At Jindaiji, you will enter the main hall and receive an oharai purification ritual performed by the temple's monks — a sacred ceremony using ritual fire that has been preserved here for centuries. An ofuda protective charm is yours to keep. We will then enjoy handmade soba noodles at a local restaurant, with stories of the land and its food culture woven into the meal. T...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Handmade nerikiri by Chie, enjoyed in the forest near the temple
Guided walk through Jindaiji Temple with in-commentary on Buddhism and the temple's history
Ofuda protective charm
Private car transfer from/to the station
Furoshiki handmade from vintage kimono fabric by Chie — yours to keep
Freshly prepared matcha
Oharai purification ritual performed by the temple's monks (participation fee included)
Soba lunch is not included, as prices vary depending on your order. Payment is made directly at the restaurant.
Meeting Points
Departure
Musashisakai Station
We’ll meet at Musashi-Sakai Station’s central ticket gate at the station at 10:00AM. Look for a tall, glasses-wearing guide in front of the NEW DAYS convenience store outside the station's central ticket gate. From there, I’ll drive us to Jindaiji Temple.
Return
Important Information
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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 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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Private Buddhist Temple Ritual & Soba Tour – Tokyo at Jindaiji
(5) Reviews
Chofu
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$96.50
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About
Discover the spiritual heart of old Tokyo on this intimate private walk through Jindaiji Temple and its surrounding forest. Along the way, Rei will share the foundations of Japanese Buddhism and the temple's centuries-long history — bringing the stones, rituals, and landscape to life with context rarely offered to visitors. At Jindaiji, you will enter the main hall and receive an oharai purification ritual performed by the temple's monks — a sacred ceremony using ritual fire that has been preserved here for centuries. An ofuda protective charm is yours to keep. We will then enjoy handmade soba noodles at a local restaurant, with stories of the land and its food culture woven into the meal. T...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Handmade nerikiri by Chie, enjoyed in the forest near the temple
Guided walk through Jindaiji Temple with in-commentary on Buddhism and the temple's history
Ofuda protective charm
Private car transfer from/to the station
Furoshiki handmade from vintage kimono fabric by Chie — yours to keep
Freshly prepared matcha
Oharai purification ritual performed by the temple's monks (participation fee included)
Soba lunch is not included, as prices vary depending on your order. Payment is made directly at the restaurant.
Meeting Points
Departure
Musashisakai Station
We’ll meet at Musashi-Sakai Station’s central ticket gate at the station at 10:00AM. Look for a tall, glasses-wearing guide in front of the NEW DAYS convenience store outside the station's central ticket gate. From there, I’ll drive us to Jindaiji Temple.
We’ll meet at the south exit of Musashi-Sakai Station.
From there, you’ll ride in my car, which I’ll park at near the temple.
The tour will explain about the temple Jindaiji and Japanese Buddhist culture as you walk around the temple.
At the temple, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a traditional purification ritual.
You’ll enter the prayer hall and observe the monks performing the ceremony.
If you’d like, you can select a protective charm (*Ofuda*) as a keepsake.
(The charm is included in the tour fee.*)
Afterward, we’ll enjoy lunch together—Jindaiji’s famous soba noodles—while I share stories about the area’s natural beauty and rich history.
We’ll sit on very quiet and qeacefu on the bench in front of Jindaiji Temple or adjacent Aquatic Botanical Garden) handmade Nerikiri will be served as dessert.
It is a traditional Japanese confectionery.
We go back to the station by car.
