- Overview
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- Experience Zen meditation experience at one of the five major Zen temples in Kyoto
- Get insights into how to practice zazen or Zen meditation from a local guide
- Enjoy the Zen garden (Dry landscape garden) with a guide's commentary and feel the tranquility
- Enjoy traditional vegetarian food historically served by Zen monks at Zen temple
- What to expect
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What comes to mind when you think of Zen? Before engaging in Zen meditation, a local guide will lead you to a garden where you can immerse yourself in the essence of Zen. "Zen" is an inherently esoteric Buddhist concept, even for the Japanese. While the word "Zen" may conjure thoughts of Zen meditation, this tour will initially guide you to a garden imbued with Zen principles. Amidst the tranquil setting of the Zen garden, a local guide will provide you with fundamental information on how to appreciate both the garden and the practice of Zen meditation." Visit Tofukuji Zen Temple, one of the five Great Zen Temples in Kyoto, and partake in a Zen meditation experience. After admiring the Zen garden, we will proceed to Tofukuji Temple, one of the five great Zen temples in Kyoto.
- Map of destination or departure area