Kyoto Myoshin-ji Keishun-in Night Zen Meditation & Matcha Experience

Spend a peaceful evening
at Keishun-in, open at night

Make a special nighttime visit to Keishun-in, a small temple belonging to Myoshin-ji in Kyoto. Meet your guide at the temple and begin the experience by hearing about the history and culture of Keishun-in.

Tour four illuminated gardens

Admire four gardens designated as National Historic Sites and Places of Scenic Beauty, beautifully lit up at night. You also see the secret tea room Seihaku-an and fusuma paintings by Kano Sansetsu.

Enjoy matcha and wagashi after zazen

Try zazen meditation under the guidance of a Zen monk. This is a calm introduction to Zen practice; during meditation, stay seated and awake and keep a quiet, respectful atmosphere. Afterward, relax with matcha and traditional Japanese sweets prepared by the deputy head priest of Keishun-in.

※ Not available during Obon and the New Year holidays.
※ The session is led by a monk in Japanese with English or Chinese interpretation.