You are invited to study Jijuyu Zanmai, written by Menzan Zuiho, with us.  This commentary is a guide offering us ways to pivot towards a more peaceful way of living. […]

When the weather begins to change, it’s time to take care of Hokyoji and prepare it for the season ahead. Fall means putting things away for a time of rest […]

Please join us in an evolving retreat format, an experiment in dedicated mindful meditation within an environment of deep silence.  A sitting schedule and silence are the bones of the […]

Practicing the Ways: meeting of Vipassana and Zen co-led by Patrice Koelsch and Onryu Kennedy This retreat will explore how these practices intersect and complement each other. Our time together […]

What a world we are living in! The ancient sages knew this too, including the Buddha. The beautiful line from the Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi reads, “The ancient […]

Hokyoji's Winter Practice Period (Week 1, January 27-February 2. Week 2, February 3-9. Week 3 sesshin, February 10-16). Guiding Teacher Dokai Georgesen will co-lead the first two weeks with Hokyoji Associate […]