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Serene Hiroshima Tour: Zazen Meditation With Tofu Lunch

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Experience Location

Location

Hiroshima

Duration

8 hours

Number of Guests

4 - 8 guests

Language

English

Other

Private Experience

Join a guided day trip from Hiroshima that most travelers miss during their first visit. Stroll through vibrant flower gardens, meditate at a temple, sample local tofu, and go gourmet gift shopping.

Highlights

A tour of the serene Sera Highlands not yet well-known to foreign tourists

A picturesque view of Sera Kogen Farm, one of the largest flower farms in western Japan

Zazen meditation experience followed by a matcha tea and local sweets tasting at the temple gardens

Shuzenin Temple is a temple dedicated to Idaten, the god of running

For lunch, enjoy a tofu set meal with 3 different types of tofu to sample

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Escape the city and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Sera Highlands of Hiroshima. Your expert guide will unveil the hidden charms of this off-the-beaten-path destination. Discover the charm of Sera in Hiroshima Prefecture with this immersive 8-hour tour, perfect for those seeking a unique blend of nature, culture, and local flavors. Begin your journey at 8 am from Hiroshima Station, and enjoy a scenic 90-minute drive through shifting cityscapes and stunning mountain ranges. Starting at the beautiful Sera Kogen Farm, you'll be greeted by a vibrant array of seasonal flowers in the serene Sera Highlands. This picturesque farm offers an ideal introduction to the region’s natural beauty. Experience a peaceful zazen meditation session at Shuzenin Temple. Here, you’ll practice the art of meditating in a tranquil setting, followed by a matcha tea and traditional Japanese sweets tasting in front of a beautifully arranged landscape garden. Lunchtime brings you to Serahonten, a local favorite known for its delicious and fresh tofu dishes. Afterward, enjoy some leisurely shopping at Hattendo Village’s ORCHARD, a new souvenir shop near Hiroshima Airport selling seasonal treats and delicacies. This spot is famous for its gourmet food items, including the popular cream buns. You'll be accompanied by a knowledgeable Hiroshima Prefecture Regional Guide-Interpreter, ensuring a deeper understanding of the area’s history and culture. The tour concludes with a ride back to Hiroshima Station. Sample schedule: 08:00 am - Begin the tour with a 90-minute chartered ride from Hiroshima Station 09:30 am - Arrive at Sera Kogen Farm 10:45 am - Zen meditation experience at Shuzenin Temple 01:00 pm - Local Tofu lunch at Serahonten 02:30 pm - Shop for seasonal gifts at Hattendo Village’s ORCHARD 04:00 pm - Return to Hiroshima Station Note: In case of bad weather, guests will be taken to a nearby sightseeing spot instead of Sera Kogen Farm.

Inclusions

Round-trip transportation costs between Hiroshima Station and tour destinations

Admission and guide fees

Tea and Japanese sweets

Group lunch at local tofu shop

Exclusions

No transportation to and from the tour meeting point

Additional purchases or souvenirs

Meal costs other than the lunch provided

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

Meet your guide in front of Hotel Granvia at Hiroshima Station. Arrive at least 10 minutes before your designated departure time. Anyone who is late may not be able to join the tour. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

Remarks

Please arrive at the meeting spot 10 minutes before the tour starts: if you are late, you may not be able to join the tour

This is a private tour and is planned based on the use of chartered vehicles, cancellation fees will apply if you cancel your reserved spot

In case of bad weather, guests will be taken to a nearby sightseeing spot instead of Sera Kogen Farm.

Private tour perks: Hotel drop-off for guests staying in Hiroshima city center

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 3 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

Experience Location

Tucked to the south of Honshu between the Chugoku Mountains and the Seto Inland Sea, the humble Hiroshima Prefecture is known for its oysters and freshwater eel, as well as local okonomiyaki and sake produced in the revitalized capital of Hiroshima.

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April

2025

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Earliest available date: April 3, 2025

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Please note that the time is in Japan Standard Time.

Free cancellation (3 days notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

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