Kyoto: Zen Meditation with Monk

Discover hidden Zen temple meditation in Kyoto. Connect with a monk, practice Zazen, and explore serene gardens. Capture unforgettable memories.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kodaiji Park - We’re taking you to the hidden temple close from Kodaiji Park.
What's Included
  • Matcha and Japanese traditional snacks
  • Zen meditation experience with a monk
Additional Information

Experience Zen meditation at a hidden temple in Kyoto. While Zen is globally renowned and recognised, there are few places in Japan where you can have the best Zen experience with English tour guide support. This temple is not open to the general public, and you can enjoy hidden atmosphere of the temple and authentic zen experience.
Enjoy a private Zen…

Location
Kodaiji Park
The tour guide is waiting in front of the toilet in the park. Around the meeting location, you can feel the vibes of old temple built in 1606, and the tour guide is guiding you to the temple where the tour is held. On the way, you learn the history of the area.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Leanne_k
Apr 27, 2026
A peaceful, relaxing and... - A peaceful, relaxing and intimate experience in a beautiful setting. The host and monk were warm and knowledgeable.
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Jeanphilippep943
Apr 27, 2026
Magic visit!!! - It was great. The experience was magical. The guide was great and his explanations were very precise. I highly recommend this visit!!!
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Jos_cj6544sx
Apr 25, 2026
Amazingly Relaxing - Best experience ever! Felt so good after an 1hr session.
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Sonamdave
Apr 17, 2026
Highly recommend. - Haraku the guide was amazing. And the Zazen experience with the monk was beautiful. Highly recommend
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Bradmt240fx
Apr 14, 2026
Great Monk Experience. Definitely Recommend - Very great experience. Calming and informative!
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Efb2000
Mar 26, 2026
Highly recommend this authentic zen experience - This was such a wonderful experience, thank you so much. The meditation was great, in a gorgeous setting. We had ample opportunity to ask lots of questions and walk around the wonderful gardens. It was so interesting. The experience felt (and was) very authentic.
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I6010fkellenk
Mar 15, 2026
Meditation experience - Lovely and calming. Great guide and monk was terrific. Answered many questions.
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Faystensson
Mar 5, 2026
Meditation with monk - Felt genuine and private, good guide, small groups
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K1896lmsophiar
Feb 24, 2026
Zen meditation and tea ceremony - Kohtaro was incredible. And the Monk was also so knowledgeable and kind. What a lovely experience! Very peaceful!
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99988881
Feb 7, 2026
A great tour with an expert guide - I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to the tour guide saya for her great efforts, the valuable information she provided, and her excellent planning of the tour. Her attention to detail and genuine care for the topic made the experience both enjoyable and informative. I truly appreciate her dedication and would highly recommend her for future tours, for myself and for others.
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From $95
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).