Post Tour Koyasan Temple Stay Extension

1-Day extension: Koyasan
Temple Stay; Okuno-in; Shojin ryori dinner
Our 1-Day extension is Koyasan, an important center for Shingon Buddhism for over 1200 years. We’ll visit Okuno-in, the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi, Shingon’s founder and one of the most revered saints in the religious history of Japan. Your unique accommodation tonight is in one of the many temples still operating. We’ll relax alongside Buddhist monks and follow their routine of evening meditation and morning prayers. Your dinner tonight is shojin ryori, or monastic cuisine, prepared by novice monks. This unique meal was introduced to Japan in the 13th century by Zen monks from China. The extension includes transportation back to Osaka the following day, arriving about 11:00-11:30 AM.

Note: This temple stay is an amazing and unique cultural connection experience. We love it. However, for 2 important reasons, we have chosen to make it optional. First, you will be required to sleep on fairly thin futons on tatami floors. It is an uncomfortable night. Second, there are no private bathroom facilities. Sinks and toilets are shared facilities and bathing is public, although segregated by gender. We think the sacrifices are well worth the experience. But we understand that this experience is not for everyone. If you have questions, please inquire: info@imprinttours.com
Regejoin (1 Night) https://www.rengejoin.jp/en/