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Osaka Yotsubashi Saishoji Temple Calligraphy & Zen Meditation Experience

Name: Osaka Yotsubashi Saishoji Temple Calligraphy & Zen Meditation Experience
Brand: Waug
SKU: 162690
Price: 11.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Duration: 1 hour
1 person
Meeting at the designated location
Mobile voucher
Use only on the selected date
Cancellation available
English

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Highlights

Experience Japanese culture firsthand on a program of about 1 hour at Saishoji Temple, a 3-minute walk from Yotsubashi Station. Your instructor explains the history of Shinsaibashi, Yotsubashi and Osaka Castle and the differences between temples and shrines, and teaches you Japanese phrases you can use right away on your trip. Practice Zen meditation focusing on your breath inside the temple, then practice basic calligraphy and write your favorite kanji on a mini shikishi board. You also receive a name card with Japanese kanji and their meanings and a small ceramic plate as souvenirs.

Program

Learn about Osaka's history and Japanese
at Saishoji Temple

This cultural experience of about 1 hour takes place at Saishoji Temple near Yotsubashi Station. Your instructor explains the history of Shinsaibashi, Yotsubashi and Osaka Castle and how Japanese temples differ from shrines. Learn practical Japanese phrases and expressions for your trip while discovering Japanese etiquette, values and ways of communicating. The instructor speaks English, and you can also interact with the resident monks.

Clear your mind with
Zen meditation in the temple

Practice Zen meditation focusing on your breath inside the quiet temple. It is a chance to slow down and calm your mind amid a busy travel schedule.

Learn calligraphy and write
your favorite kanji on a shikishi

Pick up a brush and practice basic calligraphy, then choose your favorite kanji and write it on a mini shikishi board. All the tools you need are provided.

Receive a kanji name card
and a ceramic plate as souvenirs

At the end, you receive a name card with Japanese kanji and their meanings and a small ceramic plate 8 cm in diameter as gifts. Keep them with your handwritten shikishi as souvenirs of your trip to Osaka.

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Information

What's Included

Japanese history and language lesson with a guide
Cultural experience activities
Interaction with resident monks
All materials needed for the activities

How To Use

Please check your mobile voucher in your email or the WAUG app.
Please come to Saishoji Temple at your booked time.
Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point:
Saishoji Temple
1-6-18 Kitahorie, Nishi-ku, Osaka 550-0014

Meeting point info:
It is a 3-minute walk from Exit 4 of Yotsubashi Station on the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line, a 10-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on the Midosuji Line, and a 15-minute walk from Namba Station.

Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.

※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.