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Embrace Kyoto tradition through Zen cuisine and a tea ceremony
Enjoy a shojin ryori kaiseki lunch, wander Daitoku-ji Temple, sip matcha at Zuiho-in sub-temple, and get a local gift
More...The Experience
Find inner peace on a tranquil trip to the temples and gardens of Kyoto's renowned Daitoku-ji complex. You'll start with a traditional shojin ryori kaiseki lunch at Izusen, where seasonal ingredients reflect the refinement of Zen cuisine, featuring complimentary soft drink service priority seating with preferred views. Then, you'll explore the historic temple grounds before arriving at the Zuiho-in sub-temple for a private guided matcha ceremony celebrating centuries-old tea culture. Plus, you'll take home local sweet ume products as a gift. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.
What's priceless
Soaking in Kyoto's quiet stillness as Zen cuisine, temple gardens, and the ritual of matcha reveal an ancient story.
The highlights
- Delight in a traditional shojin ryori kaiseki lunch at Izusen
- Stroll through the historic grounds of Daitoku-ji Temple
- Join a private matcha ceremony at Zuiho-in sub-temple
- Receive a complimentary soft drink and local Kyoto gift of sweet ume products
- Revel in priority seating with preferred views, as available
Details
- Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
- Experience is limited to guests 6 years old and older
- Experience is available until 31 May 2027 upon reservation, until further notice
- Experience must be booked at least 30 days prior to desired date
- Experience is for 6 people
- Price listed is for 1 person for a group of 2
- Guests will enjoy a traditional Shojin Ryori lunch at Izusen while exploring the historic grounds of Daitoku-ji Temple, followed by a private tea ceremony at Zuiho-in Temple. The experience is expected to run from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
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Fine Print
- This experience is non-refundable upon purchase, unless otherwise noted
- The experience includes admission to Daitoku-ji Temple and Zuiho-in, a matcha tea ceremony experience, and a shojin ryori (Japanese Buddhist vegan cuisine) lunch at Izusen
- Beverages ordered during lunch must be paid for separately on site using a Mastercard
- The supplier's ability to accommodate these requests is subject to prior confirmation. Please note that some requests may not be accommodated
- Please note that this experience includes a traditional Japanese shojin ryori (Buddhist vegan) meal. Due to the nature of the menu, modifications cannot be made for guests with soy or wheat allergies
- Due to limited explanations available on site, participation with a guide is highly recommended
- Guide is optional and not included in the base price. Where an optional guide is provided, the service is in English only and available only during the tour. Guides are not available after the tour ends
- Cancellations or changes (including participant substitutions) are not permitted once the booking is confirmed
- Any additional consumption or optional services must be paid on-site with a credit/debit/prepaid Mastercard
- Price is dynamic and may vary by timing and availability
- This experience does not include transportation to the venue
- Please note that this experience is not suitable for wheelchair users, as the venue is not wheelchair accessible
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