Japanese Hospitality Experience at Jikoin
The grounds of the Jiko-in Temple were built as a place for tea ceremonies. The ceilings and lintels are purposely low to create a sense of peace and calm for people sitting. Learn the ins and outs of Japanese hospitality in a place out of the norm.
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Enjoy spectacular views of the garden while listening to a talk by the resident priest.
We’ll enjoy specially made matcha and tea sweets at Shinsho-in. Let’s enjoy the slow passage of time.
The Jiko-in Temple Gardens are a designated National Site of Scenic Beauty. As one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, they are also an important cultural treasure. This magnificent garden was created by Sekishu Katagiri, who learned the tea ceremony from Sosen Kuwayama, a descendant of Sen no Rikyu, and was known as a superior tea master in the Edo period.
Information
- Minimum Number of Passengers
- 2 participants
- Maximum Capacity
- 10 participants
- Participation Restrictions
- *Please wear socks.
- Meeting and Exchange Areas
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Nara Ikaruga Tourism Waikaru
1-6-30 Horyuji-Higashi, Ikaruga-cho, Ikoma District, Nara Prefecture 636-0112 - Open Period
- Closed on certain days
- Closed Period
- Jiko-in will not respond on Wednesdays or during the New Year's holiday
- Meeting Times and Business Hours
- Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Tour Schedule
- From 10:00, 11:00, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, or 3:00 PM
- Required Time
- 1 hour
- Provision of Meals
- Meals are not provided
- Open to meal requests
- Not available
- Universal accessibility
- Not available
- Parking
- Yes
- Notes
- Related websites
- https://waikaru.com/experience/detail.php?pid=1606355549
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