One-Night Stay Sanzen Program
Experience Overview
Eiheiji is not just a tourist spot. Since 1244 and down to this very day, its halls have been filled with the sincere atmosphere of Zen practitioners unceasingly carrying out the Buddha’s teachings as they were transmitted by Zen Master Dōgen. There is nothing special about this practice: We just eat, clean up, chant, sleep and sit zazen, wholeheartedly and in accordance with the pure standard.You too can stay and practice zazen here, through these following programs.
Experience Description
You can stay at Eiheiji and experience zazen, monastic meals and the morning service through the one-night stay “Sanzen” program. All visitors are expected to follow the schedule and rules of the temple. The program includes: Three to Four 40-minute periods of zazen (shikantaza, "single-minded sitting"). Participation in the morning service. Watching a movie about Eiheiji. A guided tour of the historical temple facilities. Two meals of traditional temple cuisine. According to circumstances, further activities may be included as well.
Inclusions
Traditional Temple Meals, Guided Tour. *Please bring your own socks (or white tabi), towels, and toiletries.
Location
Eiheiji-cho
