Welcome to Gokurakuzenji

Gokurakuzenji is a zen buddhist temple in Aso city, close to Aso Shrine.
Our main aim is to have our visitors participate in relaxing activities in Aso.
We take reservations until the day before your arrival, but this depends also on the activity you choose.
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坐禅

ただひたすらに坐る。
椅子坐禅:椅子に座っての坐禅

Zazen
Imagine sitting down, taking in your thoughts and letting go.
Zazen on a simple Zazen cushion, or on a Zazen chair for the less able-bodied.

写経

お経を書き写す、『今』に集中

Shakyō
Take in your “now” by copying the sutra, previous knowledge of Japanese writing recommended.

写仏

お釈迦様,文殊菩薩,普賢菩薩,千手観音を書き写す

Shafutsu
Drawing the different Buddhist deities and monks while concentrating your mind on relaxation and spiritual freedom.

精進料理

質素ながらも食べる方を思い、心をこめた料理

Shōjin Ryori
The original vegetarian foods of the Buddhist monks, prepared and served with soothing and healing in mind.

茶道（表千家）と華道（池坊）

Sadō and Kadō;

The art of the tea.
Omotesenke is the style of the tea ceremony at the Gokuraku Zen temple. A time to take in the atmosphere at the temple.

The art of the flower.
Ikenobo is the style of flower arrangements you will find at the Gokuraku Zen temple, a relaxing activity to clear your mind and concentrate on the beauty of the flora.

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Feel free to contact us here to reserve a real Japanese temple experience in Aso. Any of these activities can be combined depending on the number of people and the type of activity.

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