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ZEN Meditation with a Japanese Monk in Odawara Castle

5.0 (one review) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation
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ZEN Meditation with a Japanese Monk in Odawara Castle

About this activity

A meditation experience with a Japanese monk at the top of Odawara Castle Main Keep. This experience is held outside of business hours, so the venue is reserved for exclusive use. Forget about your daily life as your monk guides you through this special space and activity. Spend some time relaxing and reflecting during the meditational experience. You can also enjoy a spectacular view from the top of the castle. A scenic beauty surrounded by the sea and mountains from the exclusive access to the top floor of Odawara Castle while you discover traditional techniques to find peace and balance in our lives.

5:00pm: Meet at the entrance of Odawara Castle Main Keep

5:15pm: Experience to start

6:45pm: Experience to finish

A person must be 18 years old or above to join this experience.

Private and Luxury Walking Tours Small Group Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate Agent Low Quality Product

At a glance

Duration
1 h 30 min
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 12 people
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English
Operated by
Odawara Tourism

Ages: Adults (18–70 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entrance tickets to the Odawara Castle Main Keep are included.
  • Included: Chairs will be available to make the setting as comfortable as possible.

Itinerary

  1. Odawara Castle Tenshukaku

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    A meditation experience with an English-speaking monk at the top of Odawara Castle Main Keep. This experience is held outside of business hours, so the venue is reserved for exclusive use. Spend some time relaxing and reflecting during the meditational experience. Chairs will be available to make the setting as comfortable as possible. A scenic beauty surrounded by the sea and mountains from the exclusive access to the top floor of Odawara Castle while you discover traditional techniques to find peace and balance in our lives.

    The host is Tomomi Iwayama, the priest of Ganshu-ji Temple in Odawara. He shares to the modern world the importance, culture, and techniques of ZEN towards individuals and corporates for many years. Participants in past events are from different backgrounds and have included everyone from curious individuals to team building events with Google Japan.

    A person must be 18 years old or above to join this experience.

  2. Odawara Castle Tenshukaku

    10 min Admission included

    Meeting at the entrance of Odawara Castle Main Keep. This is where the tour will start.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meeting at the entrance of Odawara Castle Main Keep.

End point

  • Meeting at the entrance of Odawara Castle Main Keep.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • A person must be 18 years old or above to join this experience.

  • It's helpful to wear comfortable, loose clothing.

  • Chairs will be available to make the setting as comfortable as possible.

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