ASIA – A former Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto has been transformed into a meeting and events venue to meet the growing demand for host venues in the Japanese city.
Kanga-an dates back to the 17th century when the retired emperor Go Mizuno ordered its opening to enshrine the Holy Spirit of Residential Protection. The former temple prides itself on its vegetarian gastronomy and serves ‘fucha’ and ‘shojin’ cuisine, whose origins can be traced to the Buddhist monks who brought their religion to Japan.
Kyoto Convention Bureau’s International Marketing Manager, James Kent, said: “Many business clients come to Kyoto to experience the city’s culture and heritage. The temple experience is fundamental to any event taking place in our city and having venues such as Kanga-an available for use within the business environment makes the city a very attractive destination.
“Kanga-an offers a unique and highly sophisticated dining experience, accentuated by the serene simplicity of the setting. Any organisation using Kanga-an for an event will not only be able to enjoy a rich culinary experience but also immerse themselves deep in Japanese culture.
Kanga-an is available for corporate hire.
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