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Along the river leading to the Shirataki Daimyojin waterfall lies a sacred spot known as Gyōja Ōiwa (“Great Practitioners’ Rock”), where ascetics once meditated and prayed atop a large boulder. Within the forest of Shirataki—revered as a sacred body in its entirety—you will take part in meditation and waterfall purification under the guidance of a retreat coordinator.

Through meditation, you turn your awareness inward, calmly observing your thoughts and emotions from a broader perspective. This quiet introspection is said to lead to new insights. Once unnecessary thoughts and emotions have surfaced, you will wash them away through the purifying practice of waterfall training, allowing you to discover a renewed version of yourself.

For Those Interested in Participating

• Advance reservations are required for the meditation experience.
• The experience may be canceled depending on weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances.
• You may take photos or videos of yourself or your group, but please refrain from photographing or recording others without their consent.

Reservation Required

Experience Fee: ¥10,000 (tax included)
Included in the fee: Meditation clothes, towels, sandals

Duration: Approximately 3 hours

Facilities: Toilets, Change Rooms
A powder room and hair dryers are also available.

What to bring:
• Change of underwear or swimwear

Meeting Point: In front of the Shirataki Daimyojin parking lot (Activity Reception at Shirataki no Mori)
A guide will escort you to the waterfall and provide instructions for the waterfall meditation.

If you need to cancel your reservation, please be sure to contact us in advance.
No cancellation fees will be charged.

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