Tokyo: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk

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Tokyo: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
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Practice Zen meditation at a secluded temple in Asakusa, Tokyo with personal guidance from a monk. Partake in a matcha tea ceremony and take photos at the end.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Skip the line through a separate entrance
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English

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Camelia – United States

Wonderful Experience . I am grateful to have done this while on my travels . Welcoming environment , educational, and leaving with a sense of history is peak ! I highly recommend visiting this temple in this sacred space Namaste 🧘🏽‍♀️ - Arigato

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Sanaa – Australia

The guide was courteous and accommodating, and the group was warmly received by the monk, who was happy to answer questions at the end of the session. I just wish it was a longer experience. He beautifully recited a mantra towards the end. I left feeling calm, and relaxed, walking quietly in the sunlight. It was my second last day in Japan, but it was the first time I’d felt completely content and unhurried. I would highly recommend this, as a break from a busy itinerary. I wouldn’t plan any other activities on the same day, so the experience is allowed to sit within you and slowly perculate, leaving remnants of calmness and centredness that you can go back to when needed.

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Highlights

  • Experience self-awareness and inner calm at a temple in Asakusa, Tokyo
  • Explore a secret temple with a rich history spanning more than 400 years
  • Gain insights into Zazen meditation, a central practice of Zen Buddhism
  • Breathe rhythmically and use this opportunity to achieve a sense of peace
  • End your experience with a tea ceremony and a discussion with the monk

Full description

Experience Zen meditation at a hidden temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, with a history spanning over 400 years. Foster a deep connection with a monk, learn the secrets of Zazen practice, and participate in a matcha tea ceremony.

Step into a temple that is not open to the general public for an authentic experience accompanied by a guide. Learn briefly about Japanese culture and Zen. Then, listen to a lecture from a monk on the principles and techniques of Zazen (seated meditation), and get the opportunity to practice.

Unify your mind, confront yourself, and detach from ego and worldly concerns. Finally, experience a matcha tea ceremony and engage in a free talk with the monk. You can also capture photographs with the monk and within the temple, creating memories for a lifetime.

Includes

  • Zen experience
  • Guide
  • Entry to the temple
  • Monk explanation
  • Matcha tea
  • Transportation

Meeting point

Meet in front of Family Mart, located in the Asakusa area, a 2-minute from Tawaramachi station (Ginza line). There are 2 branches in this area, so please make sure to go to the correct Family Mart.

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  • Value for money
    4.9/5

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Camelia – United StatesMay 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Wonderful Experience . I am grateful to have done this while on my travels . Welcoming environment , educational, and leaving with a sense of history is peak ! I highly recommend visiting this temple in this sacred space Namaste 🧘🏽‍♀️ - Arigato
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Sanaa – AustraliaApril 26, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide was courteous and accommodating, and the group was warmly received by the monk, who was happy to answer questions at the end of the session. I just wish it was a longer experience. He beautifully recited a mantra towards the end. I left feeling calm, and relaxed, walking quietly in the sunlight. It was my second last day in Japan, but it was the first time I’d felt completely content and unhurried. I would highly recommend this, as a break from a busy itinerary. I wouldn’t plan any other activities on the same day, so the experience is allowed to sit within you and slowly perculate, leaving remnants of calmness and centredness that you can go back to when needed.
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Lynn – United StatesApril 23, 2025 – Verified booking
Even though we were late after missing the train, Tamami allowed us to still join the meditation late and we are so glad we did! The calligraphy, matcha and conversation with Namiki-San, the monk, were not to be missed

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Activity provider:Travel Japan Together

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