Himeji Wellness Tour Zen Meditation at Engyoji and Radon Bath

New7 h 45 minFree cancellationBy もっと姫路たび

About this activity

Escape the crowds and discover a more peaceful side of Himeji on this unique wellness day tour—combining Zen meditation, Buddhist culture, nature, and a rare radon bath for a day of mindfulness and detox that resets both mind and body.

- Mt. Shosha Ropeway & Engyoji Temple: Take a scenic ropeway up Mt. Shosha, then explore the historic Engyoji Temple—over 1,000 years old, known as the "Mount Hiei of the West" and a filming location for The Last Samurai.

- Monk-Guided Tour & Zen Meditation: Learn about the temple's history and Buddhist teachings from a monk, then take part in an authentic Zen meditation session in a special area not normally open to the public.

- Rare Underground Radon Bath: Head to Tomisu no Sato, a wellness facility inside a former gold mine—one of only three of its kind in the world. Enjoy a lunch made with local ingredients on your preference, then refresh in tunnels naturally filled with radon. (You'll change into a provided robe for the radon bath.)

What's included

✓Zen meditation experience
✓Round-trip Mount Shosha Ropeway
✓Round-trip and in-tour transportation from JR Himeji Station
✓Lunch
✓Mount Shosha guide fee
✓Interpreter guide (English/Mandarin Chinese/Japanese)
✓Mount Shosha admission fee + minibus transportation, Tomisu no Sato radon bath admission (radon bath robe included).

Not included

✕Transportation to/from JR Himeji Station (before and after the tour) is not included.

Meeting and pickup

Please meet-up at Himeji Station Central Exit Ticket Gate.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Some parts of the itinerary involve walking (all within 10 minutes walking distance).
Guests with tattoos: the radon bath is available, but use of the hot bath is not permitted.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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