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More than a Zen meditation experience.Real well-being, one-to-one with a Zen monk.

Reserve your visit

Plan

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Fully private buyout — up to 2 adults (children 11 & under free)90 min

What is “Temple Well-being”?

A conversation with a monk in a temple setting

What is Well-being?

Body, mind, and connection — well-being is where the three meet.

What you'll experience

A seated person looking out over the bay from a temple

1. Introduction

A short orientation, so you can settle in.

INFORMATION

Before you visit

FOR FIRST-TIME GUESTS

PRIVATE

Program

Zazen, tea, and conversation with the monk — the temple is yours for the session.

¥55,000/ group (tax incl.)

Duration
90 min
Guests
Up to 2 adults (children 11 & under join free)
Format
Fully private buyout
Temple & date
Pick from the calendar
Includes
Zazen, a talk with the monk, conversation over tea

FOR EVERY BOOKING

Location

At a partner temple in Tokyo. The exact venue and meeting point are shared after booking.

First time here

No experience or knowledge needed. Come in clothes you can relax in (no skirts). Chair zazen is available if sitting on the floor is hard on you.

Cancellation

More than 48 hours before the start: free cancellation with a full refund; date changes are available for a ¥3,000 fee. Within 48 hours of the start: date changes are not available, and cancellations are non-refundable — you can still cancel from your booking management page. If we cancel the session, you receive a full refund.

Participant Voices

42 participants

Thank you for a truly amazing Saturday morning. When I went to the session, I was a bit worried that it would be a touristy event with loads...

M (Shibuya)

Denmark

The history, culture, and Zen meditation practices were all wonderful. The guidance and special lessons made it a great experience, and I wo...

Cheryl (Minowa)

United States

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Private Temple Wellbeing Experience in Tokyo

A fully private buyout — up to 2 adults (children 11 & under free).