Half Day Meditation Tour - Eiheiji Zen Head Temple, Fukui
Joined 2019
Zazen is silent meditation of Zen Buddhism and it is performed in sitting. This tour is to have an experience of Zazen at Eiheiji Zen Head Temple where it was founded by Zen Master Dogen who first taught Zen in Japan. The Temple has been filled with the bracing and serene atmosphere of Zen practitioners. Let’s try Zazen to see inside yourself and/or relax in the deep mountains during busy travelling.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
JR Fukui Station
- Meet at Fukui Station.
Depart Fukui for Eiheiji
Take a 11:50 exress bus for Eiheiji.
Quick Lunch
Before entering into the temple, we have a quick lunch in Eiheiji town and strolling around the temple before a Zazen experience.
Zazen
A 50 minutes experience of Zazen.
Eiheiji Temple tour
After Zazen, explore the Eiheiji Temple.
Depart Eiheiji Temple
Take a 15:30 express bus for Fukui.
Ending Point
JR Fukui Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
tour guide fees
bus fare, admission fee and participation fee of meditation for customers and a guide.
(per person)
a round trip bus fare from Fukui station/Eiheiji: 1,500 yen
admission fee: 500 yen
Zazen (meditation) experience fee: 1,000 yen
transportation fare for a guide to commute to the meeting place: 1000 yen
Tour Important Information
Eiheiji Zen Head Temple is built along the mountain with many stairs. Over 100 Monks have been practicing for 3 to 5 years in the temple. It is not allowed to take a picture of monks.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2019
About Tour Guide Yoshie K.
Hi, I am Yoshie. I am a national government licensed English speaking Guide. I used to work for multinational companies and served as an interpreter for several years and travelled around Japan with coworkers. I love plants, nature, travelling as well as finding good places to eat! I am also a communicative person.
After having lived in Tokyo for some decades, now I live in my hometown, Fukui where you can have a great experience of Zen buddhism in the head temple of the Zen sect, Eiheiji which was founded in 1244. Fukui Dinosaur Museum is very popular regardless of age. It is one of the world's three largest dinosaurs. Echizen is also well known for Japan's handmade crafts including kitchen knives, washi paper, lacquer wares, Tansu chests and pottery. Seeing craftsmen's work right in front of you makes you excited and impressed.
I have been travelling Kanazawa since my high school age so I know well about the town to show you around as well as Shirakawago, a day trip from Kanazawa.
I am excited to meet you and coordinate what you are really interested in to make you the happiest memories in Japan.
I look forward to guiding you soon!
Reviews
Glenis G.
“A wonderful day with Yoshie”
Yoshie put us at ease immediately and we spent an amazing day with her . She was very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to and answered questions with patience and was keen to help us understand the culture and history of Japan especially Kanazawa. It was an absolute pleasure to share the day with her and has given us wonderful memories
Yoshie K.
Hi Glenis, thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful review. We walked a lot across the town of Kanazawa while talking. You have fit legs! I really enjoyed hearing about your country's culture and current life both from you and Tom. Hope to see you in Japan or your country! Thank you again.Yoshie
Aiko O.
“Great time with Yoshie san”
She introduced my guests to the history of Eiheiji Temple and a lovely café, creating wonderful memories of Japan for them. They experienced the natural beauty of Fukui and said they would love to come back again. Thank you, Yoshie-san – she is a highly recommended guide!
Yoshie K.
Aiko-san, thank you so much for your kind review. I am truly pleased to hear that your guests had enjoyed the tour in Fukui. I look forward to seeing them again! Yoshie
Lenore M.
“Kanazawa Tour with Yoshie ”
We had so much fun today on our tour of Kawazana with Yoshie. Yoshie was instrumental in planning our day, researching options and offering sound advice and suggestions to tailor a fun day for us. We all had great time dressing up in Kimonos while Yoshie took photos and interpreted. It was a highlight of our Japan trip so far. Yoshie is knowledgeable and experienced. Highly recommend.
Yoshie K.
Hi Lenore, thank you so much for your warm review. I am glad that you all enjoyed the tour in Kanazawa, in particular, the time you walked around the historical district wearing Kimono. You all looked gorgeous in Kimono! Thank you again. Yoshie
$210/ per group
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