Schedule of Zen Meditation Class in English and Temple Events from November 5th to 12th, 2012

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

November 5th (Mon)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (no reservation required)

November 6th (Tue)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)

November 7th (Wed)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (no reservation required)

November 8th (Thur)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (no reservation required)

November 9th (Fri)

9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
10:40 - 12:10 in English (no reservation required)

November 10th (Sat)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)

November 11th (Sun)
No Class due to Special Tea Ceremony at Shunkoin Temple: The tea ceremony is hosted by Myoshinji Temple for the annual memorial ceremony for Emperor Hanazono (the co-founder of Myoshinji Temple). The tea ceremony is open for public. 

November 12th (Mon)
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 5 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