Chozenkai Zen Meditation at Engakuji in Kamakura, Dec. 18 (ongoing series)

The Chozenkai series organized by the Brown and Harvard Clubs is a great opportunity to experience the Zen meditation experience at one of Japan’s most storied Zen temples.

The afternoon begins with an explanation of sitting technique, followed by three meditation sessions of approximately ten minutes each. The meditation will be followed by a Q&A conducted in English and Japanese with interpretation. Participants are welcome to tour Engakuji before and after the session.

Date & Time: Sunday, December 18, 13:00 at Engakuji Kojirin (Meet at 12:30 at Kita-Kamakura station to walk there).

The sessions will end by 15:00 and participants who leave then should make it back to Tokyo station by about 16:30.
Admission: 1500 Yen

After the event, all participants are welcome to have tea and chat with the abbot of Ryuu-in-an, a major sub-temple of Engakuji.

*In addition to the admission fee, the Clubs welcome donations to support the ongoing Tohoku relief efforts of Hands On Tokyo and Grace City Church Tokyo.

Please RSVP to jonathan@jonathanharlow.com
Space is limited, so please indicate your interest ASAP.