[Kyoto] Kyoto: Riverside Zen Meditation with Tea and Sweets

This Zen workshop offers a truly unique opportunity to experience mindfulness in a calm, natural setting not inside a temple, but by the riverside, surrounded by trees and fresh air. It’s designed not just as a tourist activity, but as a genuine introduction to Zen practice. Participants are guided step by step through the basics of zazen in a way that is easy to understand and approachable, even for beginners. Rather than focusing on strict formality or religious rituals, the workshop emphasizes how Zen can be part of everyday life. You’ll learn how to carry the mindset of calm and awareness with you not just during your trip, but back home as well. The experience concludes with a tea time, where you’ll enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets and fresh matcha.