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Shorekiji Temple was founded in 942. It is located in Ayabe City in northern Kyoto Prefecture. The lodgings were opened in renovated 100-year-old detached buildings. Popular activities include zazen in the bamboo forest and the experience of clearing your mind beneath a 600-year-old tree.

Kaizoji Temple was founded in 1050. It is located in the northern part of Kyoto Prefecture, on the Sea of Japan side. Accommodation is limited to one group per day. In the main hall, you can practice zazen, copy sutras, and perform morning services. The meals are Buddhist vegetarian cuisine.

This temple offers full-fledged zen ascetic training experiences. Training of various periods from one night training on Saturday and Sunday to the short training program for three nights four days, as well as the long term training programs of 1 month or longer, are available at request.