Port
Shimizu, Japan
Activity Level
Moderate Activity
Excursion Type
All
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Starting At (prices in USD)
$350
Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
Meals Included
Meals not included
Your tour begins with Rinsoin Temple, a historic Zen temple. It is a place of serene beauty and spiritual significance, offering visitors a tranquil environment to experience traditional Japanese culture and Zen Buddhism. The temple is known for its beautiful gardens, traditional architecture, and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for meditation and reflection.
Then visit Gyokuro no sato, where you’ll have a chance to experience a tea ceremony. You’ll casually enjoy tea in a setting full of Japanese charm while taking in the beautiful natural scenery.
Then you will return back to the pier.
Please Note:
Wear comfortable walking shoes. You must remove your shoes at one or more location(s). During the Zen Meditation experience, floor seating is required. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Tour sequence may vary. Bring local currency (yen) for purchases as few stores accept credit cards. Traffic can be unpredictable, so the driver will do his/her best to keep moving safely. Your patience is greatly appreciated. Delays occasionally extend tour duration. There is approx 500m (10min) from parking to Tea house at Gyokurono sato. Tour order may vary.