Accept the impermanency. Thus, we should live in the moment. Also, Don't just focus on the formality. Understand reason behind the tradition.
February 25th (Mon)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
February 26th (Tue)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
February 27th (Wed)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
February 28th (Thur)
No Class
March 1st (Fri)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required
March 2nd (Sat)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
March 3rd (Sun)
9:00 - 10:30 in English (no reservation required)
March 4th (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).
Now, our new temple lodging facility is available. We just opened our new facility on December 10th, 2012.
There are atatami flooring, own shower room and toilet. Each room can have 2- 3 Japanese futons. Linens and towels are provided.
The room rates are;
- Single person use: 6,000 yen/person/night
- Two people: 5,500 yen/person/night
- Three people: 4,500 yen/person/night
We have started taking reservations for March, April, May and June, as well.
For more details, please visit our website below.
Website: http://www.shunkoin.com
Phone: 075-462-5488