KOYASAN INTRODUCTORY RETREAT
Koyasan Introductory Retreat
Two days, one night in a temple
Koyasan, the sacred mountain founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai.
Stay at a temple lodging not open to the general public,
and experience awe through meditation, film and conversation,
in a small and unhurried group.
A monthly retreat for first-time guests.
With your partner, with friends, with family.
PROGRAM
Two Days on the Sacred Mountain
SCREENING
Dainichi Nyorai × LIFE
The bond between the cosmos and life, felt through film and sound.
MEDITATION
Ajikan & sound meditation
The Ajikan meditation of Shingon Buddhism, and a meditation carried by sound.
PRANA
Prana work
Breathwork to feel the life flowing within you.
DIALOGUE
Talk session
Parenting, partnership, the people around us.
Our everyday questions, shared.
EVENING
A gathering over sake (hannyatō)
At Koyasan, sake has long been called hannyatō, the hot water of wisdom.
An unhurried evening of conversation.
TEMPLE STAY
Shojin meals & morning service
Buddhist vegetarian dinner and breakfast, and the early-morning service.
INFORMATION
Details
Dates｜Once a month, in the 2nd or 3rd week
Group｜Up to 5 guests (from 2)
Price｜¥88,000 per person, tax included, with lodging, two meals and the programme
Place｜Koyasan, Wakayama, Japan
The temple lodging is not open to the general public, so we set the date with you after arranging it with the temple.
Travel to Koyasan is not included. The incense ceremony and crystal bowl meditation are part of our full programmes.
NEWS
Inochi, Connected
A special Koyasan Shingon gathering 12 November 2026
Alongside the teaching of His Eminence Shindo Hasebe,
the 415th Zasu and Chief Abbot of Koyasan Shingon Buddhism,
Masahiko Hashimoto gives a special lecture and screens LIFE® Inochi.
Chutan Cultural Hall, Ayabe, Kyoto Organised by the Tamba branch of Koyasan Shingon Buddhism
Q & A
Do I need meditation experience?
No. The retreat is designed for first-time guests.
Can I join on my own?
Yes. Each retreat runs with a minimum of 2 guests.
How do I get to Koyasan?
About two hours from Namba Station in Osaka by the Nankai Koya Line and cable car.
Meeting details are sent after booking.