1.5 hour private experience
Location: Taito Ward, Tokyo
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
Join a Zen monk at a historic temple in Tokyo with more than 300 years of history. Begin in the main hall with an introduction to the temple’s story and the foundations of Buddhist practice, then move upstairs for a guided zazen session, experiencing both chair and cushion meditation before concluding with freshly prepared matcha and seasonal wagashi, shared in conversation about Japanese religion and spirituality.
Availability
Monday to Friday
Session 1 (09:00 - 11:30)
Session 2 (13:30 - 15:00)
Session 3 (15:00 - 16:30)
Session 4 (16:30 - 17:00)
Session 5 (17:00 - 18:30)
Not available on national holidays.
Who can attend
Children must be 12+
What to wear/bring
Relaxed clothing suitable for meditation is recommended.
Please refrain from wearing skirts.
What else you should know
Please inform us of any dietary requirements, including allergies, at checkout.
Access
22min from Tokyo Station by car.
In Body and Spirit
Enlightenment through action: while other Buddhist sects preach chanting sutras to achieve salvation, Zen Buddhism’s philosophy lies in direct practice. Rooted in mindfulness, simplicity, and disciplined awareness, Zazen meditation teaches practitioners to observe the breath, quiet the mind, and encounter reality exactly as it is. Eating a meal, taking a bath, commuting on the train: each of these quotidian moments becomes an opportunity for Zen practice. At this 300-year-old temple in Tokyo — a rare relic of the Edo period untouched by the destruction of earthquakes, fires, and war—join the head monk in an immersion in silent, sacred contemplation. Open the mind and begin your own personal journey of spiritual awakening in this restorative setting, before concluding with the monk’s warm hospitality over freshly prepared matcha—an invitation to reflect, ask questions, and carry the spirit of Zen beyond the temple walls.
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.
