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Jindaiji Traditional Temple Purification Tour with Local Soba
Musashino, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
$75.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Discover the Spiritual Heart of Old Tokyo: A Day at Jindaiji Temple
We’ll meet at Musashi-Sakai Station’s south exit at 10:00AM. From there, I’ll drive us to Jindaiji Temple.
On the way, I’ll explain the basics of Japanese Buddhism and the temple’s long history.
At Jindaiji, we’ll get out of the car and stroll the quiet grounds and join a traditional *oharai* purification ritual. Inside the main hall, you’ll take part in and observe monks performing this ceremony, where sacred fire is still used—a rare tradition preserved over centuries.
You purchase a protective *ofuda* charm.
The purification ritual requires the purchase of “Ofuda”.
The cost of the “Ofuda” is already included in the participation fee.
Next, we’ll enjoy handmade soba noodles at a local restaurant with insights into the land, food, and history.
To end our journey, we’ll sit on a bench or Aquatic Botanical Garden.in a fancy street freshly prepared "Matcha"tea and a seasonal Nerikiri, a traditional Japanese sweet.
We’ll meet at Musashi-Sakai Station’s south exit at 10:00AM. From there, I’ll drive us to Jindaiji Temple.
On the way, I’ll explain the basics of Japanese Buddhism and the temple’s long history.
At Jindaiji, we’ll get out of the car and stroll the quiet grounds and join a traditional *oharai* purification ritual. Inside the main hall, you’ll take part in and observe monks performing this ceremony, where sacred fire is still used—a rare tradition preserved over centuries.
You purchase a protective *ofuda* charm.
The purification ritual requires the purchase of “Ofuda”.
The cost of the “Ofuda” is already included in the participation fee.
Next, we’ll enjoy handmade soba noodles at a local restaurant with insights into the land, food, and history.
To end our journey, we’ll sit on a bench or Aquatic Botanical Garden.in a fancy street freshly prepared "Matcha"tea and a seasonal Nerikiri, a traditional Japanese sweet.
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Jindaiji Traditional Temple Purification Tour with Local Soba
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- A fee of 3,000 yen is required to receive purification at Jindaiji Temple. This is included in the participation fee.
- Lunch is not included in the participation fee. This is because the price varies depending on the type of soba you order.
Meeting point
Look for a tall, glasses-wearing guide in front of the NEW DAYS convenience store outside the station's central ticket gate.
Return details
Look for a tall, glasses-wearing guide in front of the NEW DAYS convenience store outside the station's central ticket gate.
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Jindai-ji TempleWe’ll meet at the south exit of Musashi-Sakai Station. From there, you’ll ride in my car, which I’ll park at near the temple. The tour will explain about the temple Jindaiji and Japanese Buddhist culture as you walk around the temple. At the temple, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a traditional purification ritual. You’ll enter the prayer hall and observe the monks performing the ceremony. If you’d like, you can select a protective charm (*Ofuda*) as a keepsake. (The charm is included in the tour fee.*) Afterward, we’ll enjoy lunch together—Jindaiji’s famous soba noodles—while I share stories about the area’s natural beauty and rich history. We’ll sit on very quiet and qeacefu on the bench in front of Jindaiji Temple or adjacent Aquatic Botanical Garden) handmade Nerikiri will be served as dessert. It is a traditional Japanese confectionery. We go back to the station by car.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Jindaiji Traditional Temple Purification Tour with Local Soba
Musashino, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
$75.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!