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"A Mindful Encounter with the Gaze of the Buddha" A Premium Mindfulness Journey in Ancient Nara with Alex Kerr
"A Mindful Encounter with the Gaze of the Buddha" A Premium Mindfulness Journey in Ancient Nara with Alex Kerr
"A Mindful Encounter with the Gaze of the Buddha" A Premium Mindfulness Journey in Ancient Nara with Alex Kerr
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"A Mindful Encounter with the Gaze of the Buddha" A Premium Mindfulness Journey in Ancient Nara with Alex Kerr

Japan-Kansai , Nara
Booking confirmed within 3 working day(s)
Duration:2 day(s)
Guided language: English
Free cancellation 22 day(s) prior to experience date
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Set in the sacred grounds of Kōfuku-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara, this spiritual premium journey offers an authentic mindfulness (meditation) experience guided by a Buddhist monk. Inside the privately reserved Tōkondō Hall, a National Treasure, participants sit in meditation before sacred statues, including the principal image of Yakushi Nyorai (Medicine Buddha), Monju Bosatsu (Manjushri), and Vimalakīrti.
At the climax of the journey, you will engage in deep mindfulness while facing the world-renowned statue of Asura, considered one of the greatest masterpieces of Japanese Buddhist sculpture.

The journey is led by Alex Kerr, a renowned expert in Japanese traditional culture and Eastern philosophy, who will serve as your special guide.

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Product Info

This is an exclusive premium inbound tour for a small group of participants, held at the National Treasure Hall of Kofuku-ji Temple in Nara, where you will engage in mindfulness with monks while facing the “Ashura Statue,” considered the most beautiful Buddhist statue in Japan.
This is a two-day, one-night tour departing from Osaka, with a chartered express train “Mahoroba” for 30 people from Osaka Station to Nara on the outward journey.
Alex Kerr,Asian scholar of Eastern culture, will accompany visitors on a special tour of Kofuku-ji Temple!
＜Alex Kerr＞
•Researcher of Eastern culture, Professor at Kyoto Advanced Science University
•Born in the United States in 1952. First visited Japan in 1964. Studied Japanese studies at Yale University and Chinese studies at Oxford University. Has lived in Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, since 1977.
•In 1973, he purchased a 300-year-old thatched-roof farmhouse called “Chiori” in Iya, Tokushima Prefecture, and has since been engaged in the restoration of old houses, renovating approximately 50 properties. In 2024, he was awarded the “Japan Institute of Architects Culture Award” by the Japan Institute of Architects.
•He has been actively promoting inbound tourism and cultural events, and was appointed as a “Visit Japan Ambassador” in 2008. In 2019, he was awarded the “Director-General of the Agency for Cultural Affairs Award” by the Agency for Cultural Affairs.
•Published works：『Beautiful Remnants of Japan』(1993)、『Dog and Demon』(2002)、『The Theory of Japanese Scenery』(2014)、『Another Kyoto』(2016)、『Touring Japan』etc...

Purchase Notice

This is a package tour contract with Nippon Travel Agency Nara Branch.
Please note that once payment has been made, cancellation fees will be charged in accordance with the default cancellation policy.

Reminders

  • Travel conditions are based on conditions as of July 18, 2025.

  • Operating conditions are subject to change due to weather, schedule changes, etc.

  • For customers who need special consideration;Depending on your circumstances, special considerations or measures not included in the original arrangements may be necessary. If you require special considerations or measures, please be sure to inform us before applying.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 22 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 9 to 21 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
  • For cancellations made 2 to 8 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% 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
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