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Tokyo Zen Escape: Mindful Garden Walk & Kintsugi Workshop

Tokyo Zen Escape: Mindful Garden Walk & Kintsugi Workshop

Discover a Zen-inspired side of Tokyo hidden beyond the typical tourist paths. Begin your morning with a peaceful stroll through Kiyosumi Garden, where shimmering ponds and delicate greenery invite you into a world of calm. Continue with a quiet visit to Reiganji Temple for reflection and photography. Then, immerse yourself in the mindful Japanese art of Kintsugi, learning how broken pottery is transformed into something beautiful.

Duration

1 days

Category

Zen Retreat

Overview

Experience a side of Tokyo that remains timeless and serene. A mindful journey through a traditional Japanese garden, a quiet temple, and the healing art of Kintsugi—blending nature, culture, and craftsmanship in the heart of the city.
This is a special Zen retreat set in the tranquil neighborhood of Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, combining the serenity of a traditional Japanese garden with the mindful art of Kintsugi. Begin your morning with a gentle stroll through Kiyosumi Garden, illuminated by soft sunlight as you reconnect with nature's quiet rhythms. After a brief visit to a historic temple, you'll take part in a Kintsugi workshop—an inspiring Japanese craft that transforms broken pieces into something even more beautiful. This unique experience offers a moment of deep calm and creativity in the heart of Tokyo, leaving you refreshed and centered.
This experience blends nature, culture, and creativity, offering a restorative retreat in the heart of the city. Step into a slower rhythm of Tokyo and reconnect with yourself through tradition, craftsmanship, and stillness.

Itinerary

1

Day 1

Schedule for Day 1

Activities

9:00: Meet at Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station

9:15: Stroll through Kiyosumi Garden

10:30: Visit & Photo Time at Reiganji Temple

11:00: Kintsugi Workshop

Meals

Lunch

Included

  • Kintsugi Workshop
  • Entrance Fee (Kiyosumi Garden)

Meeting Point

Tokyo, Kiyosumishirakawa

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