Zen meditation came about as a Buddhist practice, but has gained secular popularity worldwide for its health and mindfulness benefits. If you’d like to try out meditation yourself, both Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji Temples in Hiraizumi offer the chance to take a moment to breathe, clear your mind, and calm yourself in the serene surroundings of a real Buddhist temple.
VENUE DETAILS
- Inquiries
- Chuson-ji: 202 Koromonoseki, Hiraizumi. Reservations required (Tel 0191-46-2211 / Fax 0191-46-2216). Session seats 1-80. 1,000 yen per person. April - October. Motsu-ji: 58 Osawa, Hiraizumi. Reservations required (Tel 0911-46-2331). Session seats 10-200. Students 200 yen, Adults 500 ye. Year round.
- Access 1
- For Motsu-ji: 3 minutes from Hiraizumi Station via bus, taxi, or car. 5 minutes via rental cycle. 10 minute walk.
- Access 2
- For Chuson-ji: 10 minutes via bus or taxi from Hiraizumi Station. 5 Minutes by car from Hiraizumi-Maesawa Interchange. 13 minutes via rental cycle from Hiraizumi Station. 25 minute walk.