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This is not just a sightseeing tour—it is a guided journey designed to help you reset your mind and let go of what no longer serves you.
Unlike typical temple visits, this experience follows a meaningful path inspired by Japanese spiritual traditions. You will reflect on your thoughts, write down what you wish to release, take part in a symbolic ritual to cut negative ties, and finish with a calming Zen meditation.
Each step is simple, yet deeply personal. No prior knowledge is needed, and you are never required to share anything with the group. The experience is designed to be quiet, reflective, and accessible to anyone.
By the end of the tour, many guests feel lighter, clearer, and more grounded—having experienced not just Kyoto’s culture, but a moment of personal transformation.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet in front of Higashiyama Police Station Matsubara Koban. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
The tour ends at Kennin-ji Temple, conveniently located in the heart of Kyoto’s Higashiyama district. The area offers easy access to popular attractions such as Gion, Yasaka Shrine, and Kiyomizu-dera, as well as nearby restaurants, cafes, and public transportation.
Itinerary
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Rokudo Chinno-ji Temple stands at the edge of what was once Toribeno, an ancient burial ground believed to mark the boundary between this world and the afterlife. For centuries, this area was regarded as the entrance to the six realms of Buddhist cosmology, including hell. The temple is closely associated with Enma, the king who judges the dead, and a mysterious well said to connect to the underworld. Here, visitors are invited not only to learn about traditional beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife, but also to quietly reflect on their own actions and choices, making this a powerful place for introspection and the beginning of personal renewal.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Yasui Konpiragu Shrine is widely known as a place to sever negative ties and form new, positive connections. People from all over Japan visit this shrine seeking to break free from harmful relationships, bad habits, or lingering misfortune. At the heart of the shrine stands a unique stone monument through which visitors physically pass as part of a ritual symbolizing the act of cutting and reconnecting bonds. More than just a local custom, this experience offers a rare opportunity to transform personal intentions into a tangible action, allowing visitors to consciously let go of what no longer serves them and open themselves to new beginnings.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Kennin-ji Temple
Kennin-ji Temple, the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto, offers a space for quiet reflection and inner balance after the act of letting go. As a center of Rinzai Zen Buddhism, it emphasizes direct experience and self-awareness rather than intellectual understanding. Its minimalist rock gardens, including the famous “Circle, Triangle, Square” composition, are designed not merely as scenery but as tools for contemplation. Here, visitors can engage in a simple meditation practice, focusing on breath and stillness while observing the garden. In this calm environment, the mind gradually settles, allowing a renewed sense of clarity and presence to emerge.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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