Recenter Your Body & Mind with Shojinryori Dinner & Zen Meditation at Sendai’s Zen Temple
Learn about Zen culture in this special experience at Rinnoji Temple
Rinnoji Temple, which has one of the best gardens in the Tohoku region and is a representative photo spot in Sendai and is associated with the Date clan, offers a tour of the Japanese garden, a private tour, and an immersion in Japanese culture as you listen to a talk about the history of Rinnoji Temple and Zen culture. After the prayer and zazen experience, you will enjoy a meal prepared by our guests.
The garden is a quiet and calm space where you can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring, a green tunnel in summer, bright red leaves in autumn, and snow-covered trees in winter.
*This tour will be guided by professional English and Chinese interpreters.
*Please wear comfortable clothing for the Zen experience.
Tour at a glance
Cost
¥28,000 per person (based on a group of 15 participants)
*Please note that the price varies based on the number of participants
Minimum number of participants
2 people
Maximum number of participants
20 people
Tour Length
Approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes
Tour availability
Please inquire
Language Support
Japanese, English, and Chinese
Sample Itinerary and Plan Details
Plan details
1. Reserve the temple associated with the Date clan for private use after closing time
2. Experience Zen meditation at a historic Zen temple and revitalize your mind and body
3. Enjoy beautifully maintained gardens
4. Cleanse your body from the inside out with shojin ryori (traditional Buddhist cuisine) that is also suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Schedule example
15:30: Meet with head monk (or staff)
15:35: After praying at the temple, begin soothing your soul with a guided zazen meditation
16:10: Receive special goshuin stamp from Rinnoji’s head monk
16:30: Japanese garden viewing
17:00: Enjoy a specially prepared, private shojinryori (monk fare) meal; vegan and vegetarian meals also available
18:30: End tour
Reservations
You can send a booking inquiry below. After we receive your inquiry, we will confirm if we can accommodate your group and tour dates and contact you from there.
Cancellation Policy
Our cancellation policy for this experience is below. Cancellation fees may vary according to exceptional circumstances.
14 business days before date of experience
No charge
13 to 10 business days before date of experience
30% of total price
9 business days or less before date of experience
100% of total price
