Tour Chichibu, Saitama with a Buddhist Monk! A healing day trip to the Chichibu temples and make a wish to bring good fortune (small group of 4-8 people)

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A quiet place surrounded by the mountains of Chichibu.
The Thirty-four Chichibu Temples, which boast a history of over 700 years, have long been loved by many people as a pilgrimage route where wishes come true.
And in 2026, the "Year of the Horse Grand Opening" will be held, which only happens once every 12 years. During this period, the doors of the principal image, which is usually closed, will be opened, and the whole of Chichibu will shine as a special "Land of Good Fortune."

To coincide with this special year, we have prepared a 6-hour experiential guided tour that even first-time pilgrims can participate in with confidence.
A Japanese guide will accompany you as you tour the tranquil mountain temples, providing a gentle explanation of Japanese Buddhist culture and pilgrimage etiquette.

At the first destination, participants will pick up an oizuru (white robe) and a goshuincho (stamp book) and experience the Japanese spirit of pilgrimage, which is to "walk with a wish in mind."
At the next temple, you will experience the uniquely Japanese philosophy of "calming the mind through food" while tasting healthy vegetarian cuisine.

In the afternoon, experience zazen at a temple in the mountains.
Take a deep breath and let yourself be surrounded by a quiet space, and you'll feel the stress and distractions of everyday life slowly melt away.

Finally, you will experience copying sutras at a temple on a hill overlooking Chichibu city.
It's a time to put your wishes into each and every character and face your own heart.
The completed copy of the sutra will be submitted to the temple, where it will be used to convey prayers to your "future self."

The temple you visit at the end of the tour offers spectacular views of Chichibu throughout the four seasons.
The area is surrounded by cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn, and is enveloped in a tranquil atmosphere that cleanses the soul.

Rather than being a religious pilgrimage, this trip can be enjoyed as a form of healing, a retreat, and an experience to calm the mind. It is perfect for those who want to escape from their busy daily lives and face themselves, or for those who want to enjoy a trip with themes of "good luck" or "making a wish."

During this special year that only comes around once every 12 years, why not experience a "day to calm your mind" at the mountain temple in Chichibu?