Zen Meditation & Tea Ceremony Experience in English at Shunkoin Temple in Kyoto on April 15th, 2024 | Peatix tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2024-05-15T15:34:00+09:00 Peatix Rev. Takafumi Zenryu Kawakami Zen Meditation & Tea Ceremony Experience in English at Shunkoin Temple in Kyoto on April 15th, 2024 tag:peatix.com,2024:event-3831932 2024-04-15T13:00:00JST 2024-04-15T13:00:00JST Experience Zen Meditation and Tea Ceremony in KyotoDiscover Tranquility in the Heart of KyotoWelcome to an immersive journey into the serene world of Zen meditation and the artful practice of tea ceremony in the cultural capital of Japan, Kyoto. Join us for a unique and authentic experience that combines centuries-old traditions with the beauty of this historic city.Zen Meditation: Finding Peace WithinEmbark on a transformative journey of self-discovery through Zen meditation. Guided by experienced practitioners in a traditional Kyoto setting, you will learn the art of Zen meditation, focused breathing, and the profound philosophy of Zen Buddhism. The tranquil surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for a moment of inner reflection and tranquility.Key Highlights: Expert guidance from Zen priest in English Serene and authentic meditation spaces Engage in mindful breathing and contemplation Leave with a sense of calm and renewed clarity Delve into the world of Japanese tea ceremony, where each gesture is a dance, and each sip is a moment of profound connection. In Kyoto, the heart of traditional tea culture, you will partake in a ceremony led by skilled tea masters. Discover the symbolism behind every movement and the significance of the carefully prepared matcha tea. Enjoy the tea bowls made by Hosai Matsubayashi, the 16th generation master poter at Asahiyaki Book Your Kyoto Experience TodayEmbark on a journey of mindfulness and cultural immersion. Reserve your spot for a Zen meditation and tea ceremony session in Kyoto and discover the profound beauty that lies at the intersection of tradition and tranquility.This is NOT a private experience.  Maximum capacity: 8 peoplePrice: 27,000 yen per person (does not include sales tax)Private Zen Meditation and Tea Ceremony in English Experiences are also available for groups of  2-8 people. Please inquire.150 mim.  Cancellation Policy You will be charged 50% of the total fee as your cancellation fee if you fail to notify us about the change or cancellation of your reservation at least 10 days in advance from your reserved date. You will be charged 100% of the total fee as your cancellation fee if you fail to notifyus about the change or cancellation of your reservation at least a week in advance from your reserved date.  Rev. Takafumi Zenryu Kawakami Zen priest and thinker. He is the 24th head priest of Shunkoin Temple in Kyoto and teaches Zen Buddhist philosophy and meditation, other Eastern contemplative traditions, and the cultural and religious diversity in well-being in Japanese and English to visitors to the temple. His travels and talks have brought him to the likes of the Holy See (online), Brown University, MIT, Microsoft, BNP Paribas, Gallup, TED x Kyoto, Mind & Life Institute, Eton College, etc. He is a member of the U.S.- Japan Leadership Program by the U.S. – Japan Foundation and a researcher at Keio Media Design of Keio University Graduate School of Media Design.  Publication:  l  Lambert, L., Lomas, T., Lai, A., Diener, E., Kawakami, T., etc, Towards a greater global understanding of wellbeing: A proposal for a more inclusive measure. International Journal of Wellbeing. 2020;10(2):1-18