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5-Day Customizable Temple Stay with Zen Meditation & Cultural Experiences in Nachi-Katsuura, Japan - Daitaiji Temple Hotel

With Tomi Nishiyama

July 11 - 15, 2025

Step into a slower, more intentional rhythm of life at Daitaiji, a 1,200-year-old Zen temple nestled in the serene mountains of Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama. This 5-day retreat blends deep spiritual practice with cultural immersion, guided by resident Zen master and former Tokyo schoolteacher, Nishiyama-san. Each morning begins with peaceful monk-led Zazen meditation, with optional early chanting […]

5-Day Customizable Temple Stay with Zen Meditation & Cultural Experiences in Nachi-Katsuura, Japan - Daitaiji Temple Hotel

With Tomi Nishiyama

August 16 - 20, 2025

Step into a slower, more intentional rhythm of life at Daitaiji, a 1,200-year-old Zen temple nestled in the serene mountains of Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama. This 5-day retreat blends deep spiritual practice with cultural immersion, guided by resident Zen master and former Tokyo schoolteacher, Nishiyama-san. Each morning begins with peaceful monk-led Zazen meditation, with optional early chanting […]

5-Day Customizable Temple Stay with Zen Meditation & Cultural Experiences in Nachi-Katsuura, Japan - Al Stay in Kumano

With Tomi Nishiyama

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Step into a slower, more intentional rhythm of life at Daitaiji, a 1,200-year-old Zen temple nestled in the serene mountains of Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama. This 5-day retreat blends deep spiritual practice with cultural immersion, guided by resident Zen master and former Tokyo schoolteacher, Nishiyama-san. Each morning begins with peaceful monk-led Zazen meditation, with optional early chanting […]