Ori-ori Sanpai

In the clear air of winter, practice zazen, quiet your mind and reflect on yourself.
Surrender yourself to the dignified and relaxing atmosphere that can only be felt in the cold season.

This winter, a new path in the garden is to be built.
Also, a project is underway to restore the canal that is thought to have existed when the garden was first created (14th century).
Visitors will have a rare opportunity to observe the restoration work revitalizing how the garden looked like at that time.

Please enjoy a special moment of winter silence and feel a connection to those who used to be here before us.

After an explanation about the history of the temple and the restoration project, please participate in zazen meditation in the main hall. After zazen, please enjoy the winter garden while observing the restoration work*.
*Please note that some areas of the garden may not be accessible, and there may be some noise due to the restoration work.
Further details about the restoration work: “A Canal Connecting Us to the Past”

[Dates]
February : 16(Sun), 23(Sun), 24(Mon)
*Reception opens : 2 months before a desired date
*Deadline : 4 days before a desired date
[Start Time]
1) 9:45（Meet at 9:40 am）
2) 10:30（Meet at 10:25 am）
[Required Time]
Approx. 60 min.
*The closing time is 12:00.Please feel free to stay by the closing time if you like.

[Qualified]
Non-members and Saihokai members
*aged 13 or older at time of visit. Accompanying persons need not be members.
(About Membership)
[Quota]
15 people
[Admission fee]
8,000 yen
*Our system usage fee of 110 yen (tax included) will be charged per person per visit, aside from admission fee.
[Language]
Japanese
*Even if you don't understand Japanese, please feel free to join this program. We will provide you with a leaflet with English information.

[Important notes when reserving your visit]
-The garden paths are not wheelchair accessible, as the temple grounds include steps and areas covered in gravel.
-There is no heating system during zazen meditation, so please come in warm clothes.
-If it is hard for you to sit on a floor, you can practice zazen in a chair.
[Change/Cancellation]
The date and time of the visit cannot be changed. If you wish to change the date and time of your visit, please cancel your reservation and make a new one. Cancellations (including reduction in the number of participants) will be subject to the following cancellation fees.
Cancellation fees: 
(Up to 4 days before) Free of charge
(3 days before - 1 day before) 50%
(On the day of your visit) 100%
*The system usage fee(110 yen including tax per person)  is not refundable regardless of the date of cancellation.