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Authentic Temple Experience with Real Monk and Sugamo Street Walk
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Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Sugamo station
Languages
English
From €30.00
Per person
Free Cancellation. No Booking Fees.
Cancel for free up to 24 hours. We price match.
Overview
1. Fukujukannon Experience
Step into a serene Buddhist sanctuary, normally closed to the public, just minutes from Sugamo Station. Chanting Ritual: Witness a live Buddhist chant performed by a resident monk in a peaceful, meditative setting. Interactive Session: Engage in a conversation with the monk, ask questions, and gain insight into the daily life and philosophy of Japanese Buddhism.
2. Sugamo Shopping Street Walk
Discover the nostalgic charm of Sugamo, a neighborhood often called the “Harajuku for grandmas.” Taste Local Delicacies: Sample beloved traditional treats such as Shio Daifuku, Dango, and freshly prepared Matcha. Explore Unique Shops: Browse charming souvenir stores offering goods deeply rooted in local culture, many of which can’t be found in Tokyo’s more touristy districts.
3. Togenuki Jizo Temple – Arai Kannon Healing Ritual Arai Kannon Ritual: Use a towel (provided) to gently pour water over the Kannon statue and symbolically cleanse the area of your body you wish to heal. Cultural Insight: Discover the meaning behind this centuries-old purification ritual and its spiritual significance in Japanese folk belief.
Step into a serene Buddhist sanctuary, normally closed to the public, just minutes from Sugamo Station. Chanting Ritual: Witness a live Buddhist chant performed by a resident monk in a peaceful, meditative setting. Interactive Session: Engage in a conversation with the monk, ask questions, and gain insight into the daily life and philosophy of Japanese Buddhism.
2. Sugamo Shopping Street Walk
Discover the nostalgic charm of Sugamo, a neighborhood often called the “Harajuku for grandmas.” Taste Local Delicacies: Sample beloved traditional treats such as Shio Daifuku, Dango, and freshly prepared Matcha. Explore Unique Shops: Browse charming souvenir stores offering goods deeply rooted in local culture, many of which can’t be found in Tokyo’s more touristy districts.
3. Togenuki Jizo Temple – Arai Kannon Healing Ritual Arai Kannon Ritual: Use a towel (provided) to gently pour water over the Kannon statue and symbolically cleanse the area of your body you wish to heal. Cultural Insight: Discover the meaning behind this centuries-old purification ritual and its spiritual significance in Japanese folk belief.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Sugamo Station Police box
- Togenuki Jizoson Koganji Temple
- Fukujukannon
On arrival
The Tour Meeting Point would be in front of the 7-Eleven store next to the station.
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
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