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[Akita, Noshiro] "Enjoy the scenery of the Shirakami Mountains, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site," and return to tranquility at a temple - Ryusenji Temple Meditation Experience (40 minutes)

[Akita, Noshiro] "Enjoy the scenery of the Shirakami Mountains, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site," and return to tranquility at a temple - Ryusenji Temple Meditation Experience (40 minutes)


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Duration:1 hour(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語
Free cancellation 2 day(s) prior to experience date

  • With a monk providing thorough guidance, even beginners can feel at ease.
  • An authentic meditation experience in the tranquil setting of a temple's main hall.
  • A moment to reset everyday worries and fatigue, and clear your mind.
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  • First 10 minutes: Introductory talk by a monk (basics of breathing, posture, and meditation) 20 minutes: Sitting meditation (with guidance for beginners) Chairs are provided 10 minutes: Reflection after meditation / time to quietly observe one's inner self
  • With a monk providing thorough guidance, even beginners can feel at ease.
  • Even beginners will find it easy to understand, as a monk will carefully guide you through the basics of meditation, including how to regulate your breathing, posture, and mental focus. There's no need to worry about whether you're doing it correctly. You can enjoy a quiet time together, simply facing the present moment without any right or wrong answers or competition. The Buddhist perspective on "how to calm your mind" will also offer helpful hints for navigating modern daily life.
  • An authentic meditation experience in the tranquil setting of a temple's main hall.
  • The main hall is enveloped in a serene stillness rarely experienced in everyday life. The scent of incense, the warmth of the wood, the soft light filtering in—Ryusenji's meditation experience takes place within this **sacred time** that engages all five senses. Immerse yourself in the majestic main hall and simply focus your mind on the "here and now." Spend an irreplaceable moment confronting true stillness in a place where Buddhism breathes.
  • A moment to reset everyday worries and fatigue, and clear your mind.
  • A moment to reset the distractions and fatigue of everyday life and return your mind to emptiness. Anxiety, impatience, fatigue, and restlessness accumulate unknowingly in the midst of busyness. At Ryusenji Temple's meditation experience, we offer a time to gently lay down these burdens of the mind and simply surrender to stillness. Rather than letting go of something, you will return to "emptiness" where you possess nothing. We hope that even for just a short time, you will experience the feeling of having a completely clear mind.

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Reminders

  • Ages of participation: 10 to 100 years old

  • Minimum number of participants: 1

Meeting Point

Location Name: 016-0806 7-23 Seisuke-cho, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture

Address: 016-0806 7-23 Seisuke-cho, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture

How to Get There
* Meeting Time: Start 9:00 AM Last registration 2:00 PM You can join anytime within this time frame. * Meeting Place: 016-0806 7-23 Seisuke-cho, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture (Parking Lot)

Experience Location

Location Name: 016-0806 7-23 Seisuke-cho, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture

Address: 016-0806 7-23 Seisuke-cho, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture

How to Get There
*For those arriving by car: *If you are coming by car (from Akita area, using the Akita Expressway): If you are coming from the Akita City area, Take the Akita Expressway north and exit at the "Noshiro Minami Interchange." After exiting the interchange, take National Route 7 and you will arrive in the city center in about 10 minutes. ・For those traveling by train: If traveling by train from Kyoto (approximately 5-6 hours): Approximately 4 hours on the Akita Shinkansen "Komachi" *May vary depending on the time of year 2. Akita Station → Higashi-Noshiro Station (or Noshiro Station) Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on the JR Ou Main Line (local train) 3. Higashi-Noshiro Station (or Noshiro Station) → Ryusenji Temple Approximately 10-15 minutes by taxi ・For those traveling by other means: ▪ Tokyo → Akita Airport (AXT) • Departure point: Mainly domestic flights departing from Haneda Airport (HND) • Arrival point: Frequent direct flights to Akita Airport (AXT). • Travel time: Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes between Haneda and Akita. • Airlines: ANA and JAL operate regular flights. ⸻ ▪ Tokyo → Odate-Noshiro Airport (ONJ) • Departure point: From Haneda Airport • Arrival point: Direct flights available to Odate-Noshiro Airport (ONJ) • Flight time: Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes • Advantages: The closest airport to Noshiro City.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 80% will apply
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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