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Hokkuji Temple was founded by Kitakata Shinsen, a monk and calligrapher. It is located very close to Kenrokuen Garden, one of Kanazawa's most famous tourist attractions. I participated in a calligraphy workshop. There were many different types of samples, so I was able to enjoy choosing my favorite characters.

This guesthouse is located very close to Kanazawa Station. The owner is a Buddhist monk who became a monk in Myanmar. The name Pongyi means monk in Burmese. I spent most of my time in the common room. I had a great time talking and playing Karuta (Traditional Japanese card game) with the owner and other people.

Souji-ji is an old temple of the Sodo sect which was opened in 1321. Together with Eihei-ji temple in Echizen, it enjoyed prosperity as the head temple of the Sodo sect. You are able to receive instructions on zazen practice and eat shojin vegetarian cuisine. You can stay for zazen only up to two nights in principle.

Natadera temple used to be a holy place to worship gods in ancient times. Nachidera's shukubo "Ikumo" is located at the top of Mount Engyo, with an altitude of 470 meters. The experience menu includes musical meditation and shakyo (copying sutra by hand).

Eisyouan temple is located in the center of Kanazawa. Accommodation is limited to one group per day. The head priest instructed me and I did zazen for about 20 minutes. Both the head priest and his wife were very kind and we had a very enjoyable time.