The experience
Without Breakfast
A focused morning with the shared temple experience.
- Guided meditation in the main hall
- Okaidan Meguri
- Matcha in a chair-and-table tea setting
- About 75 minutes
A slower pace
Space to pause, in the heart of Kyoto
Begin with guided meditation in the temple’s main hall. The experience continues through the temple, with an optional simple breakfast, a walk through the Okaidan Meguri, and a bowl of matcha.
01 · Meditation
Settle in at your own pace
There is no need to force a particular posture. Sit in a way that feels comfortable to you; a chair is available if you prefer. Take time to breathe and turn your attention inward.
02 · A gentle pause · Optional
A simple breakfast, if you choose
For the breakfast option, enjoy a modest morning meal after meditation before continuing the experience.
03 · Okaidan Meguri
A peaceful passage beneath the temple
Walk through the Okaidan Meguri, a dark passage beneath the main hall. Please note that the route includes stairs and is separate from the chair seating available for meditation and tea.
04 · Matcha
Watch the tea being prepared
Enjoy matcha in a chair-and-table tea setting (ryurei style), without needing to kneel on the floor. Your host prepares the tea for you to enjoy.
Two ways to join
Choose the morning that suits you
Both options share the same core experience. Choose whether you would like to include breakfast.
The experience
With Breakfast
Add a simple breakfast after meditation, then continue through the same temple experience.
- Guided meditation in the main hall
- Simple breakfast after meditation
- Okaidan Meguri
- Matcha in a chair-and-table tea setting
- About 90 minutes
Prices may vary by date.
A temple with a story
Discover Tokujomyoin, Kyoto’s Hidden Buddhist Nunnery
Normally closed to the public, Tokujomyoin offers a special opportunity to experience a peaceful place of worship in Kyoto. Founded in September 1894 by Seien, a Buddhist nun and the third daughter of Prince Kunie of the Fushimi-no-miya family, this Jodo-shu nunnery is the Kyoto branch of Zenkoji Daihongan in Nagano. Its traditions include Okaidan Meguri, a devotional walk through a dark passage beneath the main hall. With Temple Moment, you can spend time inside the temple through gentle guided meditation. Chairs are available if you prefer.
A thoughtful visit
This experience offers time in a temple setting while respecting its religious meaning and daily life. Please follow your host’s guidance throughout the visit.
Good to know
Questions about the experience
Can I sit in a chair?
Yes. You may choose a comfortable posture for meditation, and a chair is available if you prefer. Matcha is also enjoyed in a chair-and-table ryurei-style setting. The Okaidan Meguri is a separate route with stairs.
Who guides the meditation?
Your host, Miyuki Toko, guides the meditation. You are welcome to settle in at your own pace and use a posture that feels comfortable.
Do both options include breakfast?
No. Breakfast is optional. Choose the plan with breakfast if you would like a simple meal after meditation, or the plan without breakfast.
How can I check the current price and availability?
Prices and availability can vary by date and booking platform. Please check the booking page for your chosen option.
Plan your visit
Take a moment for yourself
Explore the current booking options, or contact us with a question before you decide.