Tokyo Zen Meditation at Private Temple with Monk

This experience was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. So unique and spiritual and you left with a such a great understanding of zen meditation and Buddhism. Highly recommend this experience.

This experience was very enlightening and I learned about multiple things besides just meditation. I learned about the monk himself and about calligraphy.

This was such a unique and wonderful experience that I would highly recommend to all! My tour guide was Tamami and we were led by Namiki-san, the head monk of the temple. I really appreciated their guidance and insight into Japanese Buddhism.

I had an amazing experience with Kazu as our guide. He was very punctual and organised. We had a basic introduction to Zen meditation, calligraphy and some light refreshments with matcha afterwards. Would recommend for the experience!

This experience was outstanding. First, the tour guide speaks excellent English, and she and the monk have a good translation exercise. The tour starts at a private temple where the monk will explain how to do Zen meditation. There are 2 ten-minute meditation sessions followed by calligraphy tracing for 15 minutes. The monk explains worship and then there is a tea ceremony with matcha and Japanese sweets. Then you can ask questions, and the monk is very open to answering. A great educational experience and enlightening!

A moment away from the caziness of Tokyo. Thank you Namiki and Katsu for that shared time. It's a very good introduction to Buddhism !!

Interesting to see the differences between mind trip vs immersive meditation. Educational and practical that could do it at home after the trip.

What a beautiful experience! I'm from Colombia, and I felt completely immersed in this wonderful culture, with meditation, calligraphy, and a tea ceremony.

I learned so much about Zen culture throught Tamami and the monk. They were so pleasant and invited a wide variety of questions. They really demystified the concepts behind Buddhism and Japanese history.

If you’re looking for a quiet, relaxed, and unique experience at the heart of Tokyo, then this is definitely for you! My partner and I have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this wonderful cultural experience with the lovely Tamami as our guide and interpreter and the wise Namiki-san. From the Zen meditation to interacting with Namiki-san, my partner and I have learned a lot about Zen Buddhism and the history of the private temple. Thank you so much again, Tamami, for your warm and excellent guidance and interpretation, and Namiki-san for hosting us and answering our questions.