To experience — that is entirely different from merely seeing
Tea Ceremony
Ichigo-ichie — sharing precious, unrepeatable moments through a bowl of matcha green tea. The tea ceremony embodies the spirit of Japanese hospitality.
Zen Meditation
Focus on your breathing, separate from language and preconceived notions. Experience the quiet calm of being truly present in the moment.
Incense Ceremony
An experience using aromatic woods with over 600 years of history. Enjoy the subtle world of fragrance through Monko and Kumiko activities.
Flower Arrangement
Create harmony from diverse flowers and branches, each with its own character. A uniquely Japanese art form that celebrates the beauty of nature.`
Kimono dressing experience (optional)
(Rentaru kimono Okamoto Gion mise/ , natsu ki-mono yukata taiō)
Maiko, Geiko, Local (option)
(Only available at Reizan Kannon and Seijokein Temples) (Dance only, CD included / Regional performances include shamisen accompaniment. )
Sermon experience
Listen to a sermon by a monk after experiencing zazen