January 31st - February 6th

Zen Meditation Class (90 Minutes)
It starts with a 10-minute instruction. We do two 15-minute meditation sessions. During the class, you can learn the concept of Zen Buddhism and meditation and how to incorporate Zen philosophy into your life style. After the class, you will see the gardens and screen paintings here to deepen your understanding of Japanese culture.

Jan. 30th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Feb. 1st
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Feb. 2nd
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Feb. 3rd
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Feb. 4th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Feb. 5th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Feb. 6th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

January 24th - 30th

Zen Meditation Class (90 Minutes)
It starts with a 10-minute instruction. We do two 15-minute meditation sessions. During the class, you can learn the concept of Zen Buddhism and meditation and how to incorporate Zen philosophy into your life style. After the class, you will see the gardens and screen paintings here to deepen your understanding of Japanese culture.

Jan. 24th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 25th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 26th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 27th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 28th
No class due to the temple event

Jan. 29st
10:40 -12:10

Jan. 30th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

January 16th - 22nd

Zen Meditation Class (90 Minutes)
It starts with a 10-minute instruction. We do two 15-minute meditation sessions. During the class, you can learn the concept of Zen Buddhism and meditation and how to incorporate Zen philosophy into your life style. After the class, you will see the gardens and screen paintings here to deepen your understanding of Japanese culture.

Jan. 16th
No class due to the temple ceremonies

Jan. 17th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10 already full

Jan. 18th
No Class due to the temple ceremonies

Jan. 19th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 20th
9:00 - 10:30

Jan. 21st
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 -12:10


Jan. 22nd
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Thich Nhat Hanh's Visit at Myoshinji Temple: April 23rd - 25th

Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh will visit Myoshinji Temple between April 23rd and 25th. His teaching of the Engaged Buddhism has inspired many people in different paths. I was also inspired by his books when I was in college and learned his way of teaching the Buddhism.

He will hold his talk at Hanazono University on April 24th at 13:00 (13:00 - 16:00).

The Institution of Zen Studies (http://www.zenbunka.or.jp/tnh2011/)

The website of his talk is in Japanese. But, he will talk in English.

Sincerely,
Taka Kawakami

January 9th - 15th

Schedule for My Zen Meditation Class (90 minutes)

My Zen meditation class starts with a 10-minute instruction in English. Then, I lead two 15-minute meditation session. Between two session, we have a Q&A time about Zen Buddhism, Japanese Buddhism, and Japanese culture in general. After that, I will show and explain Shunkoin's gardens and screen paintings in the prayer hall. You can learn how to incorporate Zen philosophy and meditation into your life style. Also, when I explain the garden and screen painting, you can also learn how to enjoy Japanese arts.

Jan.9th
9:00 - 10:30 Already Full
10:40 - 12:10 Cancelled

Jan. 10th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 11th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 12th
9:00 - 10:30 Already Full
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 13th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 14th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

Jan. 15th
9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

January 4th - 8th

Zen meditation class (90 min.)

9:00 - 10:30
10:40 - 12:10

I start with a 10-minute instruction of Zen meditation. And, I will have two 15-minute meditation sessions. After that, Rev. Kawakami explains about Zen Buddhism, Japanese religion, garden and screen paintings at the temple, as well.

Reservation is not required.

In 2011, I devote myself to provide our high quality class to teach how to incorporate Zen Buddhist philosophy and meditation into your daily life.

Sincerely,
Rev. Taka Kawakami
Shunkoin Temple