Eiheiji was build in 1244 and is the main temples of the Soto school of Zen Buddhism. It is located deep in the mountains in Fukui Prefecture, about 16 km from Fukui City. The temple
Soto is the leading school of Zen Buddhism and was initially founded in China as the Caodong lineage of the Chan school of Buddhism. Soto Zen was later imported to Japan in the thirteenth century
Zen quotes are timeless and thought-provoking expressions of the wisdom and teachings of Zen Buddhism. Discover the wisdom of Zen Buddhism through the insightful words of famous Zen Buddhist masters. Immerse yourself in their teachings
If you’re having trouble sleeping at night, it may be worth trying meditation. Mindful breathing meditation is a deep relaxation technique that will not only make it easier to fall and stay asleep but will
The Linji lineage was first transmitted to Japan by Myosan Eisai who initially studied at the Tendai headquarters on Mount Hiei. While the heart of the Soto school is based on the practice of Zazen,
Mushin is the essence of Zen and Japanese martial arts. Mushin literally means “empty mind”, and it is commonly called “the state of no-mindedness”. Mushin is at the core of Zen and Japanese martial arts. It
Buddhism is a religion that was founded 2500 years ago by Siddhartha Gautama, and teaches how to get rid of suffering and achieve happiness and inner peace. Followed today by approximately 300 million people around
Contrary to what most people in the Western world think, Buddha was neither a God nor a legend, but a real man that lived 2500 years ago in India. The Buddha was born in the Lumbini woods,
A long time ago in India, the Buddha, resolute in solving the problem of human suffering, realized Enlightenment while practicing Zen meditation under a tree. The Buddha realized intuitively that even if we possess everything
Please take some time to read our Zen FAQ (Zen Frequently Asked Questions) that answers the most common questions related to Zen Buddhism. Is Buddha a God? No, he is not and, contrary to Christ,