Seek spiritual balance with meditation at a temple founded over 1,200 years ago
1.5 hour private experience
Location: Miyama, Fukuoka
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
A minimum of 2 guests is required to book. Solo participants are welcome but will be charged the 2-person rate
Meet the master
What you’ll do
Begin with a walking meditation touring this historic Buddhist temple, including a closer look at the structure enclosing a statue of Buddha over 5 meters tall. Then, complete a Zazen meditation session led by the head monk, before finishing with a sermon.
Who can attend
Children must be 7+
Availability
Everyday
Session 1 (10:00 - 11:30)
Session 2 (13:30 - 15:00)
Closed on January 1 - 3, August 9th and October 24th
Access
20 minutes from Chikugo-Funagoya Station, 1 hour from Hakata Station by vehicle.
What to wear
Clothes that are comfortable to conduct zazen meditation in (dresses, skirts, etc are not recommended)
A History of Harmony
According to temple legend, the great Buddhist monk and founder of the Tendai School of Buddhism, Enchin, saw a mysterious light shining out from the eastern mountains of the Ariake Sea. After trekking through dense forests and up steep inclines, he arrived at the source - a moss-covered, sacred hinoki tree. Interpreting this as a divine blessing, Enchin carved a 5-meter tall statue of Buddha from the tree, and in 806 AD, erected a temple hall to enshrine the statue. Now, centuries later, these hallowed grounds still serve as a community of devout worshippers, specializing in offering seated Zazen meditation that links bodily awareness with introspection. Through careful breath control and comfortable yet erect posture, Zazen meditation practitioners learn to root themselves in the present moment, seeking a precise balance between relaxation and concentration. Experience meditation guided by the temple's head monk at this representative Buddhist temple with over 1,200 years of history.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 7 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
