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Shojin Ryori Lunch in 1200-Year-Old Ekoin Temple (Wakayama)

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Duration
2 hours
Number of Guests
1 - 8 guests
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly
Language
English
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Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Private Experience

Enjoy a traditional shojin ryori Buddhist lunch at Ekoin, a 1,200-year-old Buddhist temple in Koyasan, Wakayama. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians (a gluten-free option is also available).

Highlights

  • Explore Japan’s traditional heritage at Ekoin Temple in Koyasan, Wakayama Prefecture, which has over 1,200 years of history

  • Enjoy a beautifully presented shojin ryori traditional lunch that is naturally vegan and vegetarian. A gluten-free option is also available

  • Mindful lunch experience in Koyasan, a tranquil area known for its Buddhist history near Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto

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

Experience Details

Delve into centuries of culinary traditions in Ekoin, a Buddhist temple nestled amidst the lush mountains of Koyasan, Wakayama. With a mesmerizing history spanning over 1,200 years, this revered temple, enshrining Buddhist deities of Amida-Nyorai and Bishamonten, provides the setting for a unique lunch experience where you can sample traditional Buddhist cuisine (shojin ryori).


Gaze out at the peaceful, lush temple garden as you prepare for a meal unlike any other. The feast that awaits you is a testament to the time-honored art of shojin ryori. Known for its extensive use of fresh ingredients like vegetables, seaweed, legumes and tofu, this cuisine is free of animal products, making it vegetarian and vegan. Traditionally, five cooking methods, five flavors and five colors are used to create a harmonious and delicious meal consisting of several dishes.


Let your senses be enveloped by a captivating shojin ryori feast, artfully presented to blend colors, flavors and textures. You'll enjoy your meal in a traditional space overlooking the temple garden as your host explains the food contents in English to deepen your understanding of this culinary tradition. A gluten-free option can also be prepared upon prior request (see Options below).


Immerse yourself in ancient Japanese food traditions in this shojin ryori lunch in Ekoin Temple, Wakayama, where you can connect to a traditional culinary heritage and bask in the temple's serene surroundings.

Inclusions

  • Shojin ryori vegetarian lunch (gluten-free option available)

  • English interpreter

Exclusions

  • Transportation to and from the temple

  • Drinks (can be ordered onsite for a separate fee)

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Meet your host at Ekoin Temple in Koyasan, Wakayama Prefecture. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

Remarks

  • If you have dietary restrictions or food allergies, please notify the host at least one week in advance. Please note that requests submitted with less than a week's notice may not be accommodated.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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