(1/2 Day) A deep dive into Zen with a Westerner monk!
- Beginners welcome - First try
- Empty-hands OK
- Meal included
- Pick-up & Drop-off
- Solo participant
- Charter possible
- Operate rain or shine
- Children welcome
- Photo gifts
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Possible number of bookings1～1
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Participating age0Age ～ 110 Age
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Duration4～5 hours
The activity is a place of encounter. Enjoy a day with Monk Pierre, combining discovery, lecture and meditation, in a day of Zen culture that has shaped Japan. This is a rare opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful temples in Japan, Kosho-ji in Uji, with a private visit from an expert. Pierre is a permanent guest of Kosho-ji. Zen is an invitation. You are therefore Pierre's guest, but also Kosho-ji's. Monk Pierre, who has been a monk for 40 years, will guide you through the corridors and gardens that he knows so well, and will share with you the secrets of the tradition that continues through the generations. He will tell you the story of the temple and its founder, Zen Master Dogen, convey the subtle meaning of the architecture, and help you decipher its rich meaning. In front of the garden, you can get a glimpse of the meaning of the landscape and, above all, explore your own curiosity about nature through a contemplation of stones, trees, water and space. In the garden, which is worthy of meditation and wonder, you can also experience haiku and Zen koans. Or you can simply savour tea. At the oldest Buddhist temple in Japan, we invite you to a meditation session where you can honestly face yourself, which is usually only available to monks. Let's try the direct experience of Shikantaza on the platform. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Start 10:00 Temple guide 10:40 Zazen experience 12:00 Meal (lunch box) 13:00 One of the favorite workshops: Haiku and Koan workshop, magic, and finally calligraphy... Disband (Pick up at the station)
Private Zen Temple Visit: Discover the tranquil beauty of Koshoji Temple in Uji, one of the finest temples in Japan. Garden Appreciation: Immerse yourself in the serenity of a traditional Japanese garden and ultimately understand its hidden symbols. Haiku and Koan Workshop: Join a workshop that harnesses your creativity while enjoying some healthy laughs. Buddhist History Lecture: Go deeper into the rich history and philosophy of Buddhism, especially Zen. Zazen Meditation: Experience the essence of Zen training with a guided meditation session. Close-up Magic: Understand the message of Zen in a fun and memorable way, whether you have kids or not. Calligraphy: There is no better memory than a kanji character written by the guest themselves, so at the end of the experience, we will have you write the kanji character "Zen" together with us to take home.
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| Reservation cancellation fee generation date | Cancellation fee will be charged from 15 days before the event date. |
| About cancellation | Please note that the following cancellation fees will be charged in the event of cancellation due to customer convenience. 15 to 8 days before: 20% 7 to 3 days before: 30% 2 days before to the day of the reservation: 60% Cancellation without permission: 100% |
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This will be done in a safe place during the day, so there is nothing to be worried about.
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