We will hold our monthly Mandala Day service at 10 a.m., followed by kinhin (walking meditation), and zazen. After zazen there will be nittensoji (temple cleaning), and an informal lunch. […]

Commune with flowers and learn about the Japanese art of ikebana in this workshop. We will begin with a brief history overview of the art form, observe an ikebana demonstration illustrating basic principles and techniques, and then spend the majority of the time creating our own arrangements. All supplies (scissors, vases, and flowers) are provided, and you […]

On Tuesday evenings, we offer zazen and tai chi from 7 pm until 9 pm:  40 minutes of zazen followed by a tai chi class on the second floor.  Doors […]

Facilitated by Dr. Michael Fayne, Dr. Morgan Perkins, and Jikyo Bonnie Shoultz Sensei On the fourth Wednesday of each month, our attention turns to the pressing issue of the climate […]

New York Zendo is open for evening zazen Monday and Wednesday from 7 pm to 9 pm.  Doors open at 6:30 pm. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential […]

New to Zen Buddhism or interested in learning? New York Zendo Shobo-ji offers city dwellers the opportunity to experience traditional Zen practice in the midst of their daily lives, a […]