This is a candlelit Zen experience held in a thousand-year-old temple normally closed to the public at night. Guided by a real Zen monk, guests step into the heart of Japanese spirituality — in silence, in candlelight, and in stillness.

You won’t just “see” Nara’s heritage — you’ll feel its timeless rhythm through breath, meditation, and intimate dialogue with the temple’s abbot.

Every detail — from the flickering candlelight to the hand-blended incense and exclusive Nara tea served in Zen style — is curated to awaken all five senses.

Each guest also receives a personal Zen blessing gift, inscribed with a calligraphic Zen phrase by the monk, as a memory of the evening’s tranquility.

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels