Exclusive Kannon-in Temple Tour in Kanazawa
Discover a hidden side of Kanazawa just steps away from the famous Higashi Chaya District.
While Higashi Chaya is known for its bustling teahouses and traditional architecture, the neighboring Kannon-in Street offers a quieter, more spiritual experience. This peaceful street leads you to Kannon-in Temple, a place of worship with over 400 years of history, deeply cherished by the local community.
This exclusive tour begins with a guided walk through Kannon-in Street, where a licensed interpreter will share stories and cultural insights. At the end of the street, you’ll enter Kannon-in Temple for a rare and unforgettable experience:
- Participate in the sacred Goma Fire Ritual, rooted in the esoteric Shingon tradition
- Step into Osuna-fumi, a sand-stepping ceremony believed to purify the soul
- Observe the temple master’s wife carefully crafting a handwritten Goshuin (temple seal), a unique keepsake for you to take home
Note: Details regarding certain sacred temple objects are respectfully omitted to preserve their spiritual significance.
Tour Highlights
- Meeting Point: Kanazawa Asanogawa Enyukai Hall
- Guided walk through Kannon-in Street
- Interpreter-led historical commentary
- Exclusive temple access and ritual participation
- Goma Fire Ritual & Osuna-fumi experience
- Viewing of historic statues and treasures
- Goshuin creation demonstration
- Receive a personalized Goshuin
- Return on foot (10 minutes) to the meeting point
What is the Goma Fire Ritual?
The Goma-taki is a spiritual fire ceremony in which wooden prayer sticks (Gomagi) are burned while chanting, symbolizing the release of worldly desires.
At Kannon-in, this ritual is uniquely paired with Osuna-fumi, where participants walk on sacred sand around the fire to receive its blessings.
Duration
Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Price
15,000 JPY per person (same price for adults and children)
Availability
Irregular dates – please check the reservation calendar for updates.
Meeting Point
Kanazawa Asanogawa Enyukai Hall
1-1-4 Kannonmachi, Kanazawa
Important Notes
- Includes stairs and slopes – please wear comfortable shoes
- Photography is allowed, but no flash during the Goshuin demonstration
- Tour may be canceled if the minimum number of participants is not met
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation up to 8 days before the tour
- 20% cancellation fee for cancellations from 7 to 2 days prior
- 40% cancellation fee for cancellations made 1 day before
- 100% cancellation fee on the day of the tour
Exclusive Kannon-in Temple Tour in Kanazawa
Discover a hidden side of Kanazawa just steps away from the famous Higashi Chaya District.
While Higashi Chaya is known for its bustling teahouses and traditional architecture, the neighboring Kannon-in Street offers a quieter, more spiritual experience. This peaceful street leads you to Kannon-in Temple, a place of worship with over 400 years of history, deeply cherished by the local community.
This exclusive tour begins with a guided walk through Kannon-in Street, where a licensed interpreter will share stories and cultural insights. At the end of the street, you’ll enter Kannon-in Temple for a rare and unforgettable experience:
- Participate in the sacred Goma Fire Ritual, rooted in the esoteric Shingon tradition
- Step into Osuna-fumi, a sand-stepping ceremony believed to purify the soul
- Observe the temple master’s wife carefully crafting a handwritten Goshuin (temple seal), a unique keepsake for you to take home
Note: Details regarding certain sacred temple objects are respectfully omitted to preserve their spiritual significance.
Tour Highlights
- Meeting Point: Kanazawa Asanogawa Enyukai Hall
- Guided walk through Kannon-in Street
- Interpreter-led historical commentary
- Exclusive temple access and ritual participation
- Goma Fire Ritual & Osuna-fumi experience
- Viewing of historic statues and treasures
- Goshuin creation demonstration
- Receive a personalized Goshuin
- Return on foot (10 minutes) to the meeting point
What is the Goma Fire Ritual?
The Goma-taki is a spiritual fire ceremony in which wooden prayer sticks (Gomagi) are burned while chanting, symbolizing the release of worldly desires.
At Kannon-in, this ritual is uniquely paired with Osuna-fumi, where participants walk on sacred sand around the fire to receive its blessings.
Duration
Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Price
15,000 JPY per person (same price for adults and children)
Availability
Irregular dates – please check the reservation calendar for updates.
Meeting Point
Kanazawa Asanogawa Enyukai Hall
1-1-4 Kannonmachi, Kanazawa
Important Notes
- Includes stairs and slopes – please wear comfortable shoes
- Photography is allowed, but no flash during the Goshuin demonstration
- Tour may be canceled if the minimum number of participants is not met
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation up to 8 days before the tour
- 20% cancellation fee for cancellations from 7 to 2 days prior
- 40% cancellation fee for cancellations made 1 day before
- 100% cancellation fee on the day of the tour
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