As the birthplace of Soyen Shaku, a pioneering Zen Buddhist Master who first introduced Zen to the Western world, Takahama holds a special place in the spread of Zen Buddhism globally during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Abbot of Daijoji Temple warmly welcomes visitors of all ages, genders, and beliefs, offering an introduction to the basic principles of Zen and guiding you through a firsthand experience.