There will be a Zazenkai at the Helsinki Zendo on Saturday, November 28.2026. If you are coming to sit, please register by Nov 25th. The space is limited, so if you want to join make sure to book your spot in good time.

There will no teacher present at this zazenkai, so let’s just cherish sitting together! 

Schedule
9:00  Zazen & Kinhin 
10:20 Teisho
11:00 Zazen
11:30 Work Period
12:00 Lunch (Potluck)
13:00 Zazen & Kinhin
15:00 Break (20min)
15:20 Zazen & Kinhin
16:00 Resitation
16:40 Zazen
17:10 Zazenkai ends. Hang out, tea and coffee.

The lunch will be organized as a potluck, meaning that everyone brings something to eat and we will share the food: let Ilmari know what you are bringing, and we will get a roughly complete (vegetarian) meal for all participants. Please let us know if you have allergies or other dietary restrictions. During the lunch break, coffee & tea will also be available for those who wish. 

Zazenkai (座禅会) literally means “gathering together for meditation”. It is a Zen Buddhist practice that is usually less intense and shorter than sesshins. Does it feel like it is time to come and sit down? 

The zazenkai is free for members, 20/30€ for non-members depending on financial situation. If you wish you can also make a donation to the association so that we can continue supporting people in their practice.

Upon payment please write your name and November zazenkai as message.
Helsinki Zendo account number
FI58 1544 3000 2317 66

Welcome! 

Registrations and questions: martti (at) martinpyorahuolto.com
Zazenkai will be organized if at least two people register.