Buddhist Cultural Experience Spiritual Tours in Sasaguri
Sasaguri
About
Sasaguri Town is conveniently located, about 15 minutes by train or 30 minutes by car from Fukuoka City, one of Kyushu's most popular tourist destinations. The town is associated with Kobo-Daishi Kukai, and is also a place where Buddhist culture remains, with the 88 temples of Sasaguri remaining. Here, you can experience a pilgrimage to the 88 sacred sites of Sasaguri Shikoku and Shingon Buddhism meditation under the guidance of a monk from a local temple. The tour will provide information about Sasaguri town and the 88 sacred sites of Sasaguri Shikoku, as well as pilgrimage etiquette and meditation methods on the spot, so even first-time Buddhists can feel at ease. Please spend a calming ti...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in Chinese Traditional & 3 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in Chinese Traditional & 3 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Meditation experience
Costumes, walking sticks, candles and incense for the pilgrimage experience
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Guide
Transportation from lunch spot to the temple
Meeting Points
Departure
Kidonanzoin-Mae Station
We will meet in front of JR Kido nanzoin mae Station. It takes about 15mins from Hakata station by rapid train.
Return
Henshoin - Sasaguri Shikoku Sacred Site 62nd Temple
After meditation experience, we will finish this tour at the temple.
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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We start Sasaguri Pilgrimage experience from Nanzoin temple, one of the famous temple in Sasaguri. While touring nine of Sasaguri's 88 temples, monks as guides will talk about Sasaguri's history, the pilgrimage and more.
2 hours and 40 minutes
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2146 Sasaguri
At Japanese Restaurant "Sakaeya", guests will have lunch called Sasaguri pilgrimage meal set.
1 hour
3
Henshoin - Sasaguri Shikoku Sacred Site 62nd Temple
Experience Shingon meditation in a temple. The monks will teach you how to meditate in detail, even if it is your first time. Learn about the aims of meditation and experience 5-10 minutes of meditation.
1 hour
Buddhist Cultural Experience Spiritual Tours in Sasaguri
Sasaguri
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$148.50
Price varies by group size
About
Sasaguri Town is conveniently located, about 15 minutes by train or 30 minutes by car from Fukuoka City, one of Kyushu's most popular tourist destinations. The town is associated with Kobo-Daishi Kukai, and is also a place where Buddhist culture remains, with the 88 temples of Sasaguri remaining. Here, you can experience a pilgrimage to the 88 sacred sites of Sasaguri Shikoku and Shingon Buddhism meditation under the guidance of a monk from a local temple. The tour will provide information about Sasaguri town and the 88 sacred sites of Sasaguri Shikoku, as well as pilgrimage etiquette and meditation methods on the spot, so even first-time Buddhists can feel at ease. Please spend a calming ti...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in Chinese Traditional & 3 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in Chinese Traditional & 3 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Meditation experience
Costumes, walking sticks, candles and incense for the pilgrimage experience
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Guide
Transportation from lunch spot to the temple
Meeting Points
Departure
Kidonanzoin-Mae Station
We will meet in front of JR Kido nanzoin mae Station. It takes about 15mins from Hakata station by rapid train.
Return
Henshoin - Sasaguri Shikoku Sacred Site 62nd Temple
After meditation experience, we will finish this tour at the temple.
