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Jindaiji Traditional Temple Purification Tour with Local Soba

Location Musashino, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
$96.06
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◼︎Discover the Spiritual Heart of Old Tokyo: A Day at Jindaiji Temple

Along the way, I will explain the basics of Japanese Buddhism and the temple’s long history.

At Jindaiji, we will stroll the quiet grounds and take part in a traditional oharai purification ritual. Inside the main hall, you will observe monks performing this ceremony, where sacred fire is still used — a rare tradition preserved over centuries.

You will receive a protective ofuda charm.
Participation in the ritual requires an ofuda, and its cost is included in the participation fee.

Next, we will enjoy handmade soba noodles at a local restaurant, with insights into the land, food, and history.

To conclude, we will sit on a bench or in the Aquatic Botanical Garden and enjoy freshly prepared matcha tea and a seasonal nerikiri, a traditional Japanese sweet.
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
We’ll meet at Musashi-Sakai Station’s central ticket gate at the station at 10:00AM. Look for a tall, glasses-wearing guide in front of the NEW DAYS convenience store outside the station's central ticket gate. From there, I’ll drive us to Jindaiji Temple.
Return details
We’ll meet at Musashi-Sakai Station’s central ticket gate at the station at 10:00AM. Look for a tall, glasses-wearing guide in front of the NEW DAYS convenience store outside the station's central ticket gate. From there, I’ll drive us to Jindaiji Temple.

  • Jindai-ji Temple
    We’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.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    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

    Location Musashino, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
    $96.06
    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 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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