• Yogaku-ji - Start with an informative lecture on the fundamentals of Zen and meditation, covering the history of zazen and techniques for aligning the body, breath, and mind. Receive guidance on positioning your legs, hands, gaze, and breath, with demonstrations to assist you.

Proceed with a brief zazen session to become comfortable, sharing insights with fellow participants. Feel free to ask questions, with a bilingual guide available to translate any technical terms into English.

Once ready, transition to the main zazen session. Sit for an extended period, fostering awareness without becoming entangled in thoughts or emotions. Experience the optional keisaku, a gentle shoulder tap to help refocus, if desired.

Following zazen, participate in a discussion, sharing experiences and gaining practical advice from the head priest.

Conclude with a matcha tea ceremony, where the head priest prepares matcha and seasonal sweets for you. Enjoy the aroma and taste, enhanced by your heightened senses from zazen. Learn about the tea ceremony’s origins and etiquette, experiencing how it serves as a practice for calming the mind.

• Snacks

• Matcha Tea Ceremony - Matcha is a uniquely Japanese tea known for its rich umami and gentle bitterness, with the very act of whisking it offering a calming experience.

• Seasonal Japanese sweets - Experience a uniquely Japanese moment of calm, where the sweetness of seasonal wagashi perfectly complements the bitterness of matcha.

Embark on a transformative journey exploring the fundamental principles of Zen and meditation in this exceptional experience. Start with an insightful lecture on zazen, where you will discover the history and techniques to harmonize body, breath, and mind. Engage in guided demonstrations focusing on posture and breathing, followed by a brief zazen session to practice alongside fellow meditators. Immerse yourself in an extended meditation period, with the option to receive gentle taps to enhance concentration. Afterwards, engage in a discussion with the head priest about the Three Poisons and practical meditation methods. Conclude with a tranquil matcha tea ceremony, savoring seasonal sweets while deepening your appreciation for this soothing tradition.

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