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Hands-on Buddhist wood carving experience at a sacred site
Hands-on Buddhist wood carving experience at a sacred site
Address: Izu, Shizuoka Prefecture Izu 410-2416
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Description
Overview
Yoshiwara Kannon Hall stands in Shuzenji Nature Park, offering views of Mount Fuji and long revered by the local community. Thirty-three stone Buddhas surround the hall, where Nyoirin Kannon, a compassionate female Bodhisattva, is enshrined. Here, you can carve your own wooden Jizo guardian charm. Jizo is a Buddhist deity believed to gently protect travelers and children with the generosity of the earth itself. Experience Japan’s 1,500-year-old tradition of Buddhist wood carving, feel the vitality of camphor wood, and enjoy a quiet, mindful moment in this sacred place of the Izu Peninsula.
Itinerary
| 1 9:30/13:00 | Meet & greeting |
|---|---|
| 2 9:35/13:05 | The Summary of the Jizou |
| 3 9:50/13:20 | Carving1: wooden coaster (the drawing of Mt. Fuji) |
| 4 10:05/14:45 | Carving2: good-luck charm of Jizo statue |
| 5 Around 12:00/15:30 | Finish |
Highlights
| Availability/Operating Hours | All Year round / ①9:30-12:00 ②13:00-15:30 |
|---|---|
| Meeting Time | 10 minutes before the starting time |
| Meeting Place | Venue: Yoshiwara Kannon-do pavilion Address: in Shuzenji natural park, 1004-36, Horikiri, Izu-city, Shizuoka |
| Time Required | 2 and a half hours |
| Price | 18,000 yen (1 to 2persons), 9,000 yen per additional person |
| Number of persons | up to 8 persons |
| What’s included | ・Lecture of carving good-luck charm of Jizo statue (camphor tree) ・Lecture of carving wooden coaster (Japanese cypress) ・Fabric pouch ・Sticker ・Post card |
| What to bring | Curiosity |
| Language | English |
| Wheelchair Friendly | No |
| Kids Friendly | Yes (13 years old and over) |
| Reservation | at least two weeks in advance |
| Payment Option | Cash only |
| Cancellation Policy | None |
| Notes | The workshop is done whilst sitting down. The workshop requires using sharp tools. The instructor cannot be held liable for any damage or injury. |
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