A central practices in Zen Buddhism is "Zazen" a silent meditation performed while seated
with the legs closed and each foot resting on the opposite thigh. In Zen Buddhism, a developed discripline of zazen is believed to lead to enlightenment.
This Zen Buddhist practice has greatly influenced many aspects of Japanese culture,including the tea ceremony, landscape gardening, and flower arrangement.
Zazen meditation sessions can be arranged for you at the following two temples:
"Daitokuji Temple"
This is the main temple of the Daitokuji school of Rinzai, a rest of Japanese Zen Buddhism
located in north Kyoto. It originated as a small monastery founded in the early 14th century.
Daitokuji is considered one of the best places to experience Zen in Japan.
※ Every Sat. & Sun.
※ From March through November : 17:00 to 18:00.
※ From December through February : 16:30 to 17:30.
※ Maccha ( powdered green tea ) and traditional Japanese sweets provided after Zazen
practice.
" Tenryuji Temle"
Tenryuji is an important Buddhist temple located in west Kyoto.
It is registered as an UNESCO world Heritage Site and is part of the HIstoric Monuments
of Ancient Kyoto.
※Every second Sunday: from 9:00 through 10:00.
※Every third Sunday :from 17:00 through 20:30.
Cost: One person: 7000yen
Two person or more: 5000yen( per person)
★This corse may attend English speaking assistant ,but We are happy to help you with
warm hospitality like your family in Japan.
※ Extra charge of 10000yen if you would like us to provide transportation
( Guide has experiences a lot, so We take an extra charge.)
If you have any interested in this tour, Please cotact us.
E-mail: nts@japan-rn.com
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