Rev. Taka Talks about Mindfulness at TED x Kyoto

Sunday, June 17, 2012

Schedule of Zen Meditation Class in English between June 18th and 24th, 2012


Accept the impermanency. Thus, we should live in the moment. Also, Don't just focus on the formality. Understand reason behind the tradition. 

June 18th (Mon)
No Class due to the Annual Ceremony at Myoshinji Temple

June 19th (Tue)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (Already Full)

June 20th (Wed)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (Already Full)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (no reservation required)

June 21st (Thur)
No Class due to Temple Events

June 22nd (Fri)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (Already Full)

June 23rd (Sat)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (no reservation required)

June 24th (Sun)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (no reservation required)



Zen Meditation Class and Dharma Talk (90 Minutes): Learn How to Live in the Moment


Our Zen meditation class (including Dharma talk and temple tour) is offered according to the schedule above. Each class is 90 minutes and lead in English by the deputy head priest, Rev. Taka Kawakami. He explains how to incorporate Zen Buddhist philosophy and meditation into your everyday life by using religious, philosophical, and neuroscientific concepts.

1. 10 minutes instruction of Zen Buddhism and meditation
2. two 15-minutes meditation sessions
3. explanation of gardens and screen paintings at the temple

To attend the class at 9:00 - 10:30 and 10:40 -12:10, no reservation is required. However, please the reservation to attend our 13:30 - 15:00 class at least 2 days in advance. (a group of more than 5 people, only).

For more details, please visit our website below.
Website: http://www.shunkoin.com
Phone: 075-462-5488

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