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Schedule for February, March and April, 2025

January 30, 2025

Experience Zen Like Never Before: Kyoto’s Exclusive Kissako Zen and Tea Experience in English

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Kissako Zen and Tea Experience in English:

February, 2025

March, 2025

April, 2025

 

※Due to the restoration work, we are offering our experiences/sessions on the limited dates in January, February and March, 2025 .  No retreat is scheduled in January, February, and March, 2025. Sorry for this inconvenience.

 

Kissako Zen and Tea Experience in English

Step into a world of unparalleled tranquility and refinement with our Zen Meditation Program, crafted for discerning travelers seeking an exclusive journey into mindfulness. Set within the Kyoto’s most prestigious temple and private garden, this luxurious experience blends centuries-old Zen traditions with modern elegance.

Guided by the renowned Zen priest and thinker, Rev. Takafumi Zenryu Kawakami,  you will explore the art of mindfulness amidst breathtaking surroundings steeped in history. From exclusive sessions tailored to your personal growth to curated moments of introspection, every detail is designed to elevate your sense of peace and clarity.

Indulge in the seamless harmony of spirituality and sophistication, complemented by Kyoto’s renowned hospitality. This is more than a Zen experience—it’s a transformative voyage into the essence of Zen, reserved for those who demand the very best.

Unwind, rejuvenate, and immerse yourself in the timeless luxury of Kyoto. Your path to inner serenity awaits.

  • Cold infused tea preparation using utensils from Asahiyaki, Kaikado, and Kannami Tsuji.
  • 20 minutes of zazen meditation
  • Five-sense tea drinking
  • 20 minutes of nanso meditation (a technique used by the Priest Hakuin Ekaku that incorporates body scanning and self-compassion).
  • Dharma talk
  • Guided tour of garden and prayer hall.

Maximun capacity: 10 people

Private Kissako experiences are also available.  Please inquire.

120 minutes

Dress code:

  • Socks are required.
  • Short skirts are not recommended.

Cancellation Policy

  • You will be charged 50% of the total fee as your cancellation fee if you fail to notify us about the change or cancellation of your reservation at least 10 days in advance from your reserved date.
  • You will be charged 100% of the total fee as your cancellation fee if you fail to notify us about the change or cancellation of your reservation at least a week in advance from your reserved date.

Overnight Retreats

No retreat will be offered in February, March and April 2025 due to the restoration works and the temple schedule.  The overnight retreats will be held in May and June. For more details, please visit the following link.

Schedule for Overnight Retreats in English in Summer 2025

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