The date of the next gathering has not been set yet
As soon as it is decided, we will post it on this page and on the members' calendar.
Would you like to gather with us once a month on Zoom? It is a gentle place to learn, where we read together, chant together, and try meditation. Each gathering lasts about an hour in all.
Whether Buddhism is new to you or you are still wondering whether to join, please feel free to come. You are welcome simply to listen. Let us walk together at a pace that feels comfortable to you.
What We Do at the Gathering
- We chant sutras and mantras together, understanding their meaning as we go
- We try meditation practices such as breathing exercises, tonglen, and shamatha
- Each time, you can listen to an explanation of the meaning of the sutra. As time allows, we also take questions and answers
Going forward, we will take up many sutras and mantras, beginning with the Heart Sutra. Whether you are new or unsure how to read the texts, please come with peace of mind.
How to Join
If you would like to join the Monthly Gathering, please apply to the Sangha Group (Study Class). After registering as a member, please submit your application to the Sangha Group (Study Class). Those who apply will receive the program sheet page and the Zoom information. If you do not apply, nothing changes: you simply remain a registered member. Please take your time and consider it whenever it suits you.
If this is your first time
This is a gathering of the Sangha Group (Study Class). Please register for the Sangha Group (Study Class). Registration is free.
Once you have registered, you can enter the "program sheet" page, which describes the content of each day's session.
Register for the Sangha Group (Study Class) and join
If you are already registered, log in here
As a rule, we plan to hold this gathering every month, regardless of how many people take part. Please join us whenever it suits you, at your own pace and with no pressure.
Two Ways to Gather
ZoomUsually, we meet on Zoom. Please join from home, whenever it suits you.
In personWhen the Director is in Tokyo, we would also like to gather in person. The venue will be our center in Tokyo, and we will share the details at that time. You can also join an in-person session via Zoom.
The sutras and texts we read will be prepared by the center, so you do not need to have them on hand. The date and theme of each session will be announced in the event schedule on the members' page.