Gentle chair zazen at Daitokuji Dajin.

Gentle chair zazen at Daitokuji Dajin.
 
Zazen is a way to return to your natural state. The body and mind are connected. When the body relaxes, breathing naturally becomes calmer and the mind naturally becomes more relaxed. When the mind relaxes, the body also naturally relaxes. The five categories of zazen are: relaxation, breathing, posture, center of gravity, and yin-yang. A monk will explain zazen in an easy to understand for beginners. Relax your body and mind, and enjoy the quiet comfort of zazen.
 
A meal at the famous vegetarian restaurant "Izusen" is also included in the package, making this a special time at a Zen temple.
 
[Dates]
*Please check the calendar for the set dates.
*Please note that the tour may be suspended suddenly due to Buddhist memorial services or other events. Please understand in advance.
 
 [Time]
(1) Morning zazen and Izusen breakfast 8:00-10:00 each day.
(2) Morning zazen only 8:00-9:00 each day.
Please make a reservation by 10:00 am. two days before yor
wish to participate.
 
[Location]
Daitokuji Daiji-in
Click here for directions to Daiji-in
https://www.daijiin.com/visit-us
*Daij-in is not listed on Google Maps.  If you search for Daiji-in, you will be taken to a residential area and will not be able to find it.  Please search for Daitokuji. There is also a guide map after entering the main gate of Daitokuji.
 
[Schedule]
8:00 First zazen session begins
8:10 Self-maintenance
8:40 Second zazen session
8:55 End of zazen
9:00 Vegetarian meal (only for those who apply for ①)
 
*No need to cross your legs.
Please wear clothes that are comfortable for physical activity.
Pants style is recommended.
Please bring one towel of about 30cm x 70cm size as it will be used for the exercises.
 
[Price]
① Morning zazen & breakfast 3,500 yen
② Morning zazen only 1,500 yen
*Same price per person for adults and children
*Advance credit card payment (store name will be displayed as "Kyoto City Tourism Association")
 
[Cancellation policy]
*If you wish to cancel, please complete the procedure through our system by 10am two days prior.
*If you cancel after a reservation has been made, a payment fee of 100 yen per person will be charged.
*If you cancel after 10am two days prior, the full cancellation fee will be charged via credit card.
*The system does not allow you to change the details of your reservation. If you wish to make changes, please cancel and make a new reservation. Cancellation fees cannot be refunded if you cancel a re-shoot reservation.
 
[Number of participants]
1-10 people per session