[Private] The Essence of Matsushima: Zen Meditation and Private Temple Tour

This payment page is for Blake Thurman's booking. The charge represents the total price for a solo traveler attending the tour on Sunday, May 25th.

Overview

What is Included

• Lunch
• Enjoy a Shojin Ryori (Buddhist cuisine)-based lunch in a traditional Japanese building in Entsu-in Temple.
• Snacks (Matcha tea and traditional sweets at Kanrantei Tea House)
• All transportation fees from Kamakura Station
• All admission fees and activity fees

Start Time

9:00 AM

A Tranquwell representative will meet you at Stained Glass "Paean for the Trees" a t the central concourse outside the ticket gates, JR Sendai Station. We will take a train from Sendai to Matsushima, and the lead you on a walking tour in Matsushima.

What to Expect

Kanrantei

Traditionally, Buddhist monks have employed matcha as a pre-Zazen ritual to enhance their concentration. Before embarking on Zazen later in the morning, enjoy a bowl of matcha at the Kanrantei Tea House, where you will be treated to a stunning panoramic view of the bay. As you savor the delicate flavor and rich aroma of matcha, surrounded by the serene atmosphere, prepare your mind for the tranquility of Zazen. This traditional ritual helps to center your focus and appreciate the beauty of stillness.
30 minutes

Matsushima Bay

Matsushima is one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, where poets, warlords, and other historical figures fell in love with its scenery. Visit the renowned Godaido Temple, one of Matsushima's most picturesque landmarks.
20 minutes 

Zuiganji

Zuiganji temple is one of Tohoku’s most famous Zen temples. An English-speaking Buddhist priest will show you around the temple first. He will even let us enter special rooms which are not open to the public. Learn interesting history facts which are not on your travel guide book. Later, we will have a Zazen (Zen meditation) session with the monk. Learn Zen breathing techniques and meditate in the serene environment of the temple.

1 hour 45 minutes 

Lunch
Indulge in a traditional Shojin Ryori (Buddhist cuisine)-based lunch at Entsu-in Temple, savoring the delicate and colorful Buddhist cuisine served in a historic Japanese building.
1 hour 30 minutes

Entsu-in Temple

Entsuin Temple, nestled in Matsushima's waterfront, honors Mitsumune Date, a promising samurai heir who tragically passed away at 19. It features beautiful moss gardens as well as a rock garden which represents the islands of Matsushima Bay.
45 minutes 

Sendai Station

The tour is scheduled to end at 4:45 PM at Sendai Station.

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• The remaining hours will be allotted for travel and lunch time
• Please be aware that the end time may be delayed due to traffic conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. We kindly request that you allow for extra time when scheduling. 
• Loose-fitting clothes are best for Zen meditation. Short skirts are not recommended.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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