Osaka · OSAKA ZEN AND MEDITATION

The 4 Best Zen & Meditation Sessions in Osaka

4 tours  ·  from $40

Zazen with a monk, or an hour of shiatsu after too many kilometres of arcade. The 4 below are priced by length, with notes on which need Japanese and which are run in English.

Learning Zen of Japanese Calligraphy in kimono near Osaka Castle - Learning shodo through three basic brush movements
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Learning Zen of Japanese Calligraphy in kimono near Osaka Castle

1.Learning Zen of Japanese Calligraphy in kimono near Osaka Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · from $43Our pick

Change into a kimono or hakama, learn brush control and kanji stroke order from a professional shodo teacher, then create a final piece. An English-Japanese or Chinese-Japanese guide helps with communication, photos are emailed, and your name is written on a wooden tag.

“It was such a fun activity - wearing a beautiful kimono with a help from a sweet young lady ( sorry that I don't know your name ), excellent teacher to teach us how to write Kanji. After long walk around Osaka castle, this was a right destination for us. Very nice experience, both my daughter and I enjoyed thoroughly!”

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Learn Zen in a class of making Matcha tea near Osaka Castle - Changing into kimono or samurai clothing
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Learn Zen in a class of making Matcha tea near Osaka Castle

2.Learn Zen in a class of making Matcha tea near Osaka Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 1 hour · from $40Best value

At Samurai Honor in Osaka, you change into kimono or hakama, learn matcha etiquette, taste wagashi, and take part in the ceremony. English-speaking staff, including Kaori, explain the history and gestures in a small group of up to six. Photo data is sent by email.

“explaining the history and the etiquette of making matcha and dressing up traditionally with photos”

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Osaka: Japanese Zen Massage and Facial at the Temple/180-min - Matcha facial and head spa add a quiet finish
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Osaka: Japanese Zen Massage and Facial at the Temple/180-min

3.Japanese Zen Massage and Facial at the Temple/180-min

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 3 hours · from $258

At a historic Osaka temple, you’ll change into a yukata, offer incense, meditate with a bell, enjoy a foot bath, and receive a full-body oil massage with warm bamboo fascia release. A matcha facial, head spa, tea ceremony, sweets, and complimentary smartphone photos complete this three-hour wellness visit.

“Wonderful relaxing and peaceful experience. Exactly what is needed after a few days of exploring.”

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Osaka Temple: 1-Hour Evening Zen Chill Experience

4.Osaka Temple: 1-Hour Evening Zen Chill Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · 1h 15m · from $64Top rated

At a small Osaka temple, an English or Japanese instructor leads you through incense worship, kneaded-incense meditation, two 10-minute zazen sessions, and chilled matcha with sweets. You can wear a simple yukata and use your phone for photos. Groups are limited to three, creating a calm, personal visit.

“Nice experience with two ladies who do their best to introduce us to the zazen technique. The tea ceremony is a superb ending. The stamp of the temple is really wonderful”

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