Experience what it's like to be a monk with the "Priest's garment experience"

You can actually try on the robe, kesa surplice, and clothes worn when asking for alms, etc.,
that monks usually wear while receiving an explanation of the TPO and the meaning of the garments.

Finally, you can take photos in the garden.
This is a very popular experience for groups and couples.

Is there a set color for a monk’s robe?
What kind of robes do they usually wear?
We will tell you about the rules for monks as well.

3 p.m. Check-in

Enjoy a relaxing time in a historic temple that you can rent out to yourself, limited to one group for one day. The chief priest of the temple will act as your own personal guide, listening to your wishes and suggesting ways to spend your time during your stay.

4 p.m. Priest’s garment experience

You can actually try on the robe, kesa surplice, and clothes worn when asking for alms, etc., that monks usually wear while receiving an explanation of the TPO and meaning of the garments. At the end, you can take photos in the beautiful garden.

7 p.m. Dinner

A “Kuromine Shamo Full Course” will be served in a spacious Japanese-style room with a view of the beautiful garden. On the way to the restaurant, the chief priest who is the chef will come to show you the rare ingredients and cooking methods.

9 p.m. Star Gazing

How would you feel about star gazing while sitting on the porch?
From Shoreki-ji Temple, you can see the starry sky as though you were in a planetarium. The main hall and courtyard lit up by lights are also very beautiful, so please enjoy them with a drink after dinner.

11 p.m. Going to Bed

Take a nice rest to calm your mind in a Japanese style room, which has tranquility that only a temple can offer.

ー　The Following Day　ー

6 a.m. Morning Service

Since you have the rare chance to stay at a temple, wake up early and participate in the morning service. The service will be held in the main hall. The meaning within the sutras will convey the importance of living a better life.

8 a.m Breakfast

If the weather is nice, you will have breakfast on the wooden deck in the bamboo grove. We will prepare a breakfast set that contains local ingredients.

9 a.m. Making Goshuin (stamp)

Using Japanese Kurotani paper, you can make your own original Goshuin (stamp). Use a proverb, motto, etc. to make a good memory.

10 a.m. Checkout

Please make sure you have not forgotten anything, and take care returning home.