Jindaiji Traditional Temple Purification Tour with Local Soba
Discover the Spiritual Heart of Old Tokyo: A Day at Jindaiji Temple
We’ll meet at Musashi-Sakai Station’s south exit. From there, I’ll drive us to Jindaiji Temple.
On the way, I’ll explain the basics of Japanese Buddhism and the temple’s long history.
At Jindaiji, we’ll stroll the quiet grounds and join a traditional oharai purification ritual. Inside the main hall, you’ll observe monks performing this ceremony, where sacred fire is still used—a rare tradition preserved over centuries.
You purchase a protective ofuda charm. The purification ritual requires the purchase of “Ofuda”. The cost of the “Ofuda” is already included in the participation fee.
Next, we’ll enjoy handmade soba noodles at a local restaurant with insights into the land, food, and history.
To end our journey, we’ll sit on a bench or Aquatic Botanical Garden.in a fancy street freshly prepared "Matcha" and a seasonal Nerikiri, a traditional Japanese sweet served in tea ceremonies.
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Jindaiji Traditional Temple Purification Tour with Local Soba
What's included in Jindaiji Traditional Temple Purification Tour with Local Soba
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Jindai-ji Temple
We’ll meet at the south exit of Musashi-Sakai Station. From there, you’ll ride in my car, which I’ll park at near the temple. The tour will explain about the temple Jindaiji and Japanese Buddhist culture as you walk around the temple. At the temple, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a traditional purification ritual. You’ll enter the prayer hall and observe the monks performing the ceremony. If you’d like, you can select a protective charm (*Ofuda*) as a keepsake. (The charm is included in the tour fee.*) Afterward, we’ll enjoy lunch together—Jindaiji’s famous soba noodles—while I share stories about the area’s natural beauty and rich history. We’ll sit on very quiet and qeacefu on the bench in front of Jindaiji Temple or adjacent Aquatic Botanical Garden) handmade Nerikiri will be served as dessert. It is a traditional Japanese confectionery. We go back to the station by car.
Inclusions
- A fee of 3,000 yen is required to receive purification at Jindaiji Temple. This is included in the participation fee.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch is not included in the participation fee. This is because the price varies depending on the type of soba you order.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Look for a tall, glasses-wearing guide in front of the NEW DAYS convenience store outside the station's central ticket gate.
