[Shizuoka/ Izu] April 13th (Sun) Sutra copying session at Shuzenji Temple (reservations required)

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Why not try "shakyo," also known as writing zazen? Enjoy "shakyo" at the ancient temple "Shuzenji." No prior preparation is required. We will use a brush pen so that even first-timers can easily experience it.

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The sutra copying sessions will be held as follows. (Reservation required / Maximum 12 people, junior high school students and above only)

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10:00 AM, Sunday, April 13

[Participation fee] 2,000 yen per person

[Payment method] Cash only

[Time required] Approximately 2 hours (1 hour for copying sutras, explanation, tour, etc.)

[Application Deadline] 9:00 PM on the day before the sutra copying session

[Details and reservations] https://shuzenji-sgg.com/shakyo.html
*Please note that your reservation will be confirmed once you receive a reply from Shuzenji SGG.

Fukuchizan Shuzenji Temple

964 Shuzenji, Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture 410-2416

Shuzenji is a Soto sect temple located in Shuzenji, Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. It was founded in the second year of Daido (807) by Kobo Daishi Kukai, the founder of the Shingon sect. It became the Rinzai sect during the Kencho era (1249-1255), and its temple was destroyed by fire during the war in 1409, but it was later rebuilt by Hojo Soun, who ruled Izu Province, and became the current Soto sect. Shuzenji Temple is located in the center of the Shuzenji hot spring town and is one of the most representative sightseeing spots on the Izu Peninsula.

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Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team

Shizuoka

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