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御寺泉涌寺
Mitera Sennyuji
Kyoto · 8 Experiences
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3 locations · 11 experiences · 1 authorised curator
Mitera Sennyuji · Kyoto

Eight centuries of Imperial history — yours alone

All experiences are fully private, led by Acharya Kenmei, and available exclusively through authorised travel trade partners.

01 — Signature · FIT

Sennyuji Tour: VIP

Full private tour + Goma Fire Ceremony + Ajikan Meditation. The complete Sennyuji encounter — our most comprehensive experience.

3 hrs · Max 9 paxENQUIRE →
02 — Priority · FIT

Sennyuji Tour: Priority

Full private tour combined with your choice of Goma Fire Ceremony or Ajikan Meditation. Led personally by Acharya Kenmei.

2 hrs · Max 9 paxENQUIRE →
03 — Cultural · FIT / MICE

Tea Ceremony

An intimate tea ceremony in a private historic hall — using the same premium matcha prepared for the Imperial family and visiting dignitaries.

1 hr · Max 9 paxENQUIRE →
04 — Cultural · Meditation · FIT / MICE

Tea Ceremony + Zazen

Guided Zen meditation in a space historically reserved for the Imperial family, followed by a traditional green tea ceremony with Kenmei.

2 hrs · Max 9 paxENQUIRE →
05 — Cultural ·Evening · FIT

Imperial Temple Night Garden

When the temple closes to all visitors, RHC guests remain. Private after-hours access to the Imperial Temple grounds — available year round.

Seasonal timing · Two Gardens· Max 9 paxENQUIRE →
06 — Spiritual · FIT / MICE

Dharma Talk

An intimate conversation with Acharya Kenmei — open questions, Buddhist thought, and the living tradition of the Imperial Temple.

1 hr · Max 9 paxENQUIRE →
07 — Meditation

Private Meditation

A standalone meditation experience entirely designed by Kenmei around each guest. Whether Ajikan, Zazen or another practice — Kenmei reads the group and customises on the day.

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08 — Group Tour · GIT

Sennyuji GIT Tour

Private temple tour for larger groups — the temple's preferred format for group visits. Experience add-ons available in future. Enquire for group size, pricing and availability.

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Inside the Temple
Mitera Sennyuji · Kyoto
Goma ritual tools
Sacred fire
Kenmei meditating
Deity statue by candlelight
Imperial tatami hall
Full altar setup
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Experiences that exist nowhere else in Japan
RHC works exclusively with luxury hotels, destination management companies and premium travel agencies. Pricing and availability are shared privately with authorised partners only.
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