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Takayama Rice ball Making and meditation at Takayama Zenkoji.

Location Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
$55.82
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Experience traditional Japanese meditation and onigiri-making at Zenkouji Temple in Hida Takayama, a serene experience that nourishes both mind and body. The chief priest, Kaiji, will guide you through a meditation session tailored for beginners, complete with detailed explanations and breathing techniques to help you find inner peace and mental clarity.

Following the meditation, engage in a hands-on culinary workshop in the temple kitchen, where you will learn to make onigiri (rice balls) and miso soup using local ingredients. Enjoying onigiri after meditation offers a uniquely calming experience, connecting you deeply with local culinary traditions and fulfilling your body with wholesome food.
Takayama Rice ball Making and meditation at Takayama Zenkoji.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • We teach participants how to make miso soup and rice ball.Vegan friendly.
  • English and Japanese Speaking Guide
  • Private transportation

Meeting point
You have to walk through the gate In front of the temple and open the slide door to enter the temple. Once you enter the temple entrance, you can follow the direction.
Return details
You have to walk through the gate In front of the temple and open the slide door to enter the temple. Once you enter the temple entrance, you can follow the direction.

Experience the tranquility of Takayama at Takayama Zenkoji Temple, where you can participate in meditation and onigiri (rice ball) making. The meals provided do not include meat or fish, making them suitable for vegetarians. This temple offers a unique blend of cultural immersion and spiritual revitalization, allowing you to deeply connect with traditional Japanese practices within the serene surroundings of a historic temple.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Takayama Rice ball Making and meditation at Takayama Zenkoji.

    Location Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
    $55.82
    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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