Q.
I will arrive a little early. Can I wait inside the facility?
A.
Depending on your arrival time, you may wait on the 2nd floor deck.
We will also provide directions to nearby facilities.
For participants of the overnight stay plan, we will keep large luggage for you.
Q.
I don't know how to get to Zenbo Seinei.
A.
As well as by car, we are also accessible by public transport.
Please see "Access" for details.
Q.
I see some Buddha statues, etc. Is Zenbo Seinei a religious institution?
A.
No, it has nothing to do with religion.
It is a retreat facility that incorporates the spirit of Zen as a concept.
Q.
I would like to use Zenbo Seinei as a group.
A.
We recommend our venue hire plans.
You can customize your day trip or overnight stay as you wish.
If you book a standard plan, we ask that you please be considerate of other guests and avoid disturbing the facility's quiet atmosphere.
Q.
I have weak legs and am worried about my ability to participate in ZEN Wellness.
A.
We are a retreat facility, and as such, we would like you to be as comfortable as possible during your stay. Please participate only as much as you feel able.
Meditation during our ZEN Wellness programs includes the use of a retreat chair, which is a type of seat.
Q.
Do I need to bring anything to participate in the plan?
A.
Please wear loose-fitting pants or other clothing that is easy to move around in.
You may change clothes in your room.
Women are asked not to wear skirts when participating in ZEN Wellness.
Q.
I checked the booking site and there are not many days available.
A.
Zenbo SeineiWe offer day plans, overnight plans, and private plans, and the plans vary from day to day. Please note that there are days when we do not accept reservations.
Q.
I'd like to take a tour of Zenbo Seinei. What should I do?
A.
Please make reservations for the Day Trip Plan or the Overnight Plan.
Please check the calendar for details, which vary depending on the day.
Q.
I don't have a reservation, but I would like to take pictures of the building. Can I enter the premises to take photos?
A.
In order to maintain a quiet environment for our plan participants, only guests who have a reservation are permitted to enter the facility. We appreciate your understanding.
Q.
Can I enter the building without a reservation?
A.
Unfortunately, only visitors who have a reservation may enter the facility.
Please book a plan in advance before coming.
Q.
Is there parking available?
A.
There are two affiliated parking locations nearby.
Please park in one of these parking lots and walk to the facility.

Parking Information

P1: Zenbo Seinei Parking
P2 : Auberge French Forest Parking Lot 3(3 min. walk )

Highway Bus

From Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal,
board the Kita-Awaji Nishikaigan Line
bound for Iwaya, Nojima, or Hokudan Interchange,
and alight at Zenbo Seinei-mae.

Shuttle Bus

Free shuttle bus from Iwaya Port or Awaji Interchange
to Zenbo Seinei-mae.