Buddhist Cultural Experience Spiritual Tours in Sasaguri

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5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Sasaguri Town is conveniently located, about 15 minutes by train or 30 minutes by car from Fukuoka City, one of Kyushu's most popular tourist destinations. The town is associated with Kobo-Daishi Kukai, and is also a place where Buddhist culture remains, with the 88 temples of Sasaguri remaining. Here, you can experience a pilgrimage to the 88 sacred sites of Sasaguri Shikoku and Shingon Buddhism meditation under the guidance of a monk from a local temple. The tour will provide information about Sasaguri town and the 88 sacred sites of Sasaguri Shikoku, as well as pilgrimage etiquette and meditation methods on the spot, so even first-time Buddhists can feel at ease. Please spend a calming time through prayer. (A healthy Sasaguri pilgrimage meal set unique to Sasaguri Town is included.)

What's Included

Meditation experience
Costumes, walking sticks, candles and incense for the pilgrimage experience
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Guide
Transportation from lunch spot to the temple

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet in front of JR Kido nanzoin mae Station. It takes about 15mins from Hakata station by rapid train.

End point

After meditation experience, we will finish this tour at the temple.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Nanzoin Temple

    We start Sasaguri Pilgrimage experience from Nanzoin temple, one of the famous temple in Sasaguri. While touring nine of Sasaguri's 88 temples, monks as guides will talk about Sasaguri's history, the pilgrimage and more.

    2 hours 40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    At Japanese Restaurant "Sakaeya", guests will have lunch called Sasaguri pilgrimage meal set.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Experience Shingon meditation in a temple. The monks will teach you how to meditate in detail, even if it is your first time. Learn about the aims of meditation and experience 5-10 minutes of meditation.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by 株式会社ＶＩＳＩＴ九州

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Religious Tours
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