A temple that weaves history through time:


Daitai-ji

Founded 1200 years ago:

  Yakushi Sacred Place

Unique history, nature, and the flow of time -
Daitai-ji

Charm


From the Heian era to the present,Daitai-ji temple has always fascinated people.
Its history, nature, and the feeling of time passing by, - the charm that can only be found here.
Please come and experience it yourself.

1. 1200 years of history

Founded 1200 years ago, the temple welcomes you with precious Buddhist statues and a giant 400-year-old tree.

2. Feel the sounds of the forest through Zen meditation

Have an authentic Zen meditation and experience its true meaning of calming your mind and gaining awareness here at Daitai-ji.

3. Experience the World Heritage Kumano Kodo

Daitaiji is located along the Kumano Kodo, a pilgrimage trail recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience the historic trail that has been shaped by the prayers of people since ancient times.

Stay at the temple

Lodging

Spend a moment at a historic temple

There are two types of rooms available in Daitaiji. The common space is wide and you are free to use facilities such as the kitchen and tables.

Pets are also welcome at both the lodgings and the campground, so why not take your chance to experience life at a temple with your whole family?

About temple lodging

Feel the temple

Learn

Experiencing the present moment

At Daitai-ji Temple, you can experience four Buddhist rituals: Zen meditation, Buddha statue tours, Sutra copying, and rice porridge breakfasts - all guided by the chief priest. Rest your mind and soul through these special practices.

About Temple Experiences

Turn a temple into a workplace

Work

Temple Work

Bored of offices, home, or noisy cafes? How about a temple as a new place to work? Since the Edo era, temples used to be locations for local schools, and are great places for work remotely or study even nowadays.
Daitai-ji may be the ideal location for you to focus, be mindful and productive.

About Temple Work

Temple grounds map

Words from the Chief Priest

Daitai-ji Temple Chief Priest Toumi Nishiyama

 Temples were once a part of people's lives. Children played freely on the temple grounds, adults came to ask priest advices about various life matters. Temples used to be full of people. <br> I want everyone to become familiar with temples again by removing the barrier that has become so high over time. With that in mind, I started a guesthouse.

 

 Zen aims to look at things with free thinking and without fixed ideas. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the space and atmosphere of the temple in their own way. <br>You can experience Zen meditation or breakfast at a temple. You can cross hands quietly while praying in front of the Buddha statue or feel the profound ringing of the ancient bell. <br>We promise you a wonderful time that will clear your body and mind.

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