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- A confirmation email for your reservation will be sent to you within 48 hours.
- Required Time:
- 90minutes
- Reservation Time:
- 17:20 / 17:50
- Supported Languages:
- Japanese / Mandarin / English
- Participants(Min.):
- 2 People
- Participants(Max.):
- 20 People
- Min. Participants Required For Activity:
- 2 People
- Payment Method:
- Credit Card (VISA/MASTER/AMERICAN EXPRESS/JCB)
- Fee:
- Experience fee(Aged 10 years and above) USD 286.79
- Age (Min.):
- 10 years old
- Cancellation:
- Yes
- Booking deadline:
- 30 days prior by 17:00
Activity
Experience the excellent hospitality of the monks of Mount Koya
This dining experience is only available at Mount Koya, and cannot be experienced anywhere else in Japan.
Discover the unique way the monks of Mount Koya entertain eminent priests with Shjojin Ryori, a Buddhist vegetarian meal
Take this one-of-a-kind opportunity to savor a meal served to you in the ritual manner befitting a high-ranking monk.
Discover the origins of "omotenashi"
Delve into the origins of "omotenashi," Japanese-style hospitality.
Witness the beautiful and refined conduct and mannerisms of the monks
Listen to explanations of the meaning and significance of each of the monks precise movements and actions.
Schedule
Arrival Procedures
Show the reservation page from your My Page upon arrival.
Listen to an explanation from the monks before your meal
A monk will introduce to you the mindset and etiquette to adopt before partaking in Japanese cuisine, followed by a simple explanation of the history and culture surrounding the ceremonial Furemaizen meal.
Enjoy your special Buddhist meal
You will experience the strict etiquette of Japan's unique hospitality as you are served traditional vegetarian Buddhist cuisine by the monks, whose refined movements, devoid of any unnecessary actions, resemble a dance. Find yourself captivated by the elegant gestures of the monks performing before your very eyes. The feeling of being entertained with the highest level of hospitality, usually reserved only for special guests, is truly unforgettable.
Hear an explanation of the monk's serving etiquette for entertaining distinguished guests
At each stage, a monk will provide commentary, allowing you to experience firsthand the unique worldview of how monks entertain special guests—understanding the etiquette observed at each precise moment. Separate monks serve and provide explanations, so you may ask questions at any time during your meal. Please enjoy a fascinating conversation with the monks.
Savor the full extent of the monks special hospitality
Learn about, experience, and savor this special ceremonial meal usually reserved solely for distinguished guests at a temple lodging on Mount Kōya—the origins of vegetarian Buddhist cuisine—in this unique premium experience.
Included in the Fee
Not included in the Fee
Meeting Place
The venue will be determined based on guests' preferences and coordination with the temple.
*The point on the map indicates Koyasan StationDirections
Nearest Station：Nankai Electric Railway Koyasan Station
Directions to Nearest Station：14-20 minutes by bus
Destination by Taxi：Mount Koya temple
Cancellation Policy
The cancel fee is based on the timing of the cancellation. Please check the cancellation policy below.
- After 14 days before date of use
- 50%
- After 6 days before date of use
- 80%
- After 1 days before date of use
- 100%
Notes
• You will be served Shojin Ryori—a vegetarian Buddhist meal. Meal costs are not included in the plan and must be paid separately on site.
•Details regarding the temple venue and the price of the meal will be provided after your reservation has been received. Please decide whether to proceed with the booking thereafter.
• The menu cannot be changed to accommodate allergies.
• We will respond to your reservation within 72 hours, however it may take up to 1 week to confirm your booking.
• You will receive confirmation of the venue by email at a later date.
Language Support:
• English and Chinese interpreters are available if requested in advance (an extra fee will apply)
• If you have requested an interpreter, the operator will email you to discuss payment
Parking:
• Parking is available at the temple venue
Cancellation Policy:
The experience may be canceled for safety reasons due to bad weather, natural disasters, or other unforseen circumstances. In that case, WAmazing Play's customer support or the organizer will contact you using the emergency contact details you have provided. Please be sure to check your email and incoming calls on the day. (Notifications are typically sent after 2:00pm on the day before the event.)
Organizer
Koya-Sanroku Tourism Bureau
288 Nagura, Koyaguchi-cho, Hashimoto-shi, Wakayama Prefecture