Shunkoin Temple offers an English-guided introduction to Zen through meditation, tea and conversation with Rev. Takafumi Zenryu Kawakami. The small-group programme includes seated zazen, nansō meditation, a Dharma talk and a visit to the temple’s garden and prayer hall. Previous meditation experience is not required.
When: Sunday 20 December 2026, 10:00–12:00. Time zone: Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00).
Starts: 2026-12-20T10:00:00+09:00. Ends: 2026-12-20T12:00:00+09:00 (venue-local time).
Where: Shunkoin Temple, 42 Hanazono Myoshinjicho, Ukyō-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 616-8035, Japan.
Admission: JPY 24,200 per person including 10% consumption tax. Tickets were available when checked on 5 November 2026; availability can change. Advance booking is required.
Before attending: Socks are required and modest clothing is recommended. The organiser charges the full fee for cancellations fewer than seven days before the booked date.
Temple’s published programme · Dated event details and booking.