Experience the stillness of Zen life at Zenpoji Temple with the guidance of resident monks. Through meditation, copying calligraphy, chanting, and mindful Shojin Ryori meals, you’ll connect with centuries of tradition while cultivating clarity, calm, and focus to carry into daily life.
Price for 1 people
JPY 115,000
Group Price for 2 people
JPY 138,000
Group Price for 3 people
JPY 162,000
Group Price for 4~5 people
JPY 209,000
Group Price for 6~8 people
JPY 281,000
Days of Week
Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
4h
Highlights
POINT
1
Practice authentic Zen meditation, calligraphy, and chanting under the direct guidance of local monks
POINT
2
Share in the monks' daily life by joining their mealtime rituals and eating traditional Shojin (Zen vegetarian) cuisine
POINT
3
Discover how to apply the principles of Zen to find more stillness and focus in your modern life
Outline
9:00
Meet at Zenpoji Temple & Orientation
10:00
Zazen meditation session
2 Sessions - Lunch session - Caligraphy session - Official ceremony - Temple tour
13:00
End the tour
Checkin Times / Locations
Add-ons / Transportation
Transportation
Round Trip Transfer
[Description]From/To Tsuruoka Station, Your accommodation in Tsuruoka City or Shonai Airport[Price]Price for 1 peopleJPY 35,000
Group Price for 2 peopleJPY 35,000
Group Price for 3 peopleJPY 35,000
Group Price for 4~5 peopleJPY 35,000
Group Price for 6~8 peopleJPY 35,000
Plan Information
- What's Included
- Japanese to English interpretation
- Zenpoji monk guide
- Traditional Zen style lunch
- Materials for calligraphy
- What's Not Included
- Beverages
- What to Bring
- Wear modest clothing in muted colors. Loose, comfortable clothes (no skirts) are recommended for sitting cross-legged on the floor (chairs available)
- Additional Info
- The monks conduct much of their activity in silence, so please refrain from talking in the main areas, and speak softly
- This is a temporary hold, not a final charge. It will be automatically released (or refunded) if your booking is not confirmed
Cancellation Policies
Until 17:00 24 days prior:
0%
Until 17:00 14 days prior:
50%
Until 17:00 10 days prior:
70%
After 17:00 10 days prior:
100%
Participation Date