Choose Your Experience
Small-group cultural experiences in quiet Kyoto temples, guided by monks, local hosts, and interpreters. Choose the experience that best fits your pace — meditation, tea, calligraphy, or Buddhist image tracing.
【Direct Booking】
Booking directly through our website allows us to offer the best available rate, without third-party platform fees. It also helps us keep creating and introducing unique cultural experiences in Kyoto.
【Kyoto】Zen Experience at Jyusho-in Temple with Matcha & Sweets
2hr / ¥16,000~(Tax incl.) / Per person
【Kyoto】Calligraphy Experience at Jyusho-in Temple
1.5hr / ¥7,500~ (Tax incl.) / Per person
【Kyoto】Zazen Meditation and Tea Ceremony at Joju-ji Temple
2hr / ¥17,000~(Tax incl.) / Per person
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FAQ
- Is this suitable for beginners?
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Yes. Most of our guests are joining these activities for the first time.
The host and guide will explain each step clearly, so no previous
experience is required. - Do I need to be Buddhist?
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No. Our experiences are open to guests of all faiths and backgrounds.
Some experiences include an opportunity to observe a Buddhist
service, but no religious belief or prior knowledge is required. We
simply ask guests to respect the temple setting. - Is English support available?
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Yes. An English-speaking guide or interpreter will be present to
support you throughout the experience. - What should I wear?
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Please wear comfortable clothing that is easy to sit and move in. Tight
jeans or other restrictive clothing are not recommended. - Can I sit on a chair?
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Yes. Chairs are available for guests who find sitting on the floor
uncomfortable. Please feel free to let your guide know. - Yes. Chairs are available for guests who find sitting on the floor
uncomfortable. Please feel free to let your guide know. -
Yes. Photography is welcome. Please follow your guide’s instructions,
as there may be brief moments when we ask guests to put their
cameras and phones aside. - Where is the meeting point?
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Each experience has a different meeting point. Please check the
meeting information provided on the booking page. Your guide will be
waiting there approximately 10 minutes before the experience begins.