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Iki Zen ry<\/em> organizes weekly zazen, introductions and zazenkai at the Meditation Cellar <\/em><\/a>in Kruununhaka, Helsinki, as well as other events at the Jollas Eco Atelier<\/a>. <\/em>We also hold retreats and sesshins e.g. at Lammi Retreat Center.<\/p>\n

We are currently looking for new premises for our own meditation center. Our previous center, Ikian Zen Hermitage<\/em>, was located in Kalkkiranta, Sipoo.<\/p>\n

Map links to our locations Contact<\/a>page.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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IKI ZEN CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2026<\/h1>\n

We organize zazen at Meditation Cellar on Sundays from 10 am to 12 pm and -starting from September- also on Wednesdays from 6 pm to 8 pm. \n\nFor new visitors: introduction to Zen practice will be organized on August 29th. From September onwards, there will be introductions the last Wednesday of every month. \n\nMore events below.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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SEPT 13th ZAZENKAI AT MEDITATION CELLAR, 10 AM - 4:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

One-day sitting in silence. Includes zazen, teaching talk, chanting and the opportunity for dokusan, i.e. personal guidance with Genpo Pluta Sensei. The day ends with a teatime. Bring your own lunch. Price: free for members, others 30\u20ac. Register at latest the day before: contact@ikian.fi <\/a>or +358405245749.<\/p>\n

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SEPT 26th MOON VIEWING PARTY AT ECO-ATELIER 6-9 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

The moon-gazing party is a Japanese autumnal tradition where people admire the full moon. We will be organizing a moon-gazing party at Jollas' Eco Atelier. The stage is free for small-scale performances: you can e.g. play music, dance, recite poems... it is up to you. Tea and mooncakes will be served. You can also bring other food and beverage if you wish.<\/p>\n

Address: Puuskakuja 21a. The event is open to everyone, but we kindly ask that you register by September 24th at: contact@ikian.fi<\/a> or +358405245749.<\/p>\n

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SEPT 30th INTRODUCTION TO ZEN PRACTICE AT MEDITATION CELLAR, GUIDED BY GENPO SENSEI<\/strong><\/p>\n

6-8:30 pm. Welcome to learn about Zen practice from an experienced teacher. Program: Initial warm-up. Guidance on zazen: sitting posture and meditation practice. Walking meditation. Time for tea and conversation.<\/p>\n

Price 30\u20ac (Students and unemployed 20\u20ac). Registration: contact@ikian.fi<\/a> or +358405245749.<\/p>\n

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OCT 8th-12th SESSHIN AT LAMMI RETREAT CENTER<\/strong><\/p>\n

A four-day intensive Zen retreat. Requires previous experience of zazen. More information about sesshin<\/a>. Hinta: j\u00e4senet 180\u20ac, ei-j\u00e4senet 225\u20ac. T\u00e4yt\u00e4 retriittihakemus viimeist\u00e4\u00e4n 30.9.: CLICK HERE<\/a><\/p>\n

Address: Lammi Retreat Center, Kataloistentie 683, H\u00e4meenlinna.<\/p>\n

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OCT 10th ZAZENKAI AT MEDITATION CELLAR, 10 AM - 4:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

One-day sitting in silence. Includes zazen, teaching talk, chanting and the opportunity for dokusan, i.e. personal guidance with Genpo Pluta Sensei. The day ends with a teatime. Bring your own lunch. Price: free for members, others 30\u20ac. Register at latest the day before:contact@ikian.fi <\/a>or +358405245749.<\/p>\n

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OCT 28th INTRODUCTION TO ZEN PRACTICE AT MEDITATION CELLAR, GUIDED BY GENPO SENSEI<\/strong><\/p>\n

6-8:30 pm. Welcome to learn about Zen practice from an experienced teacher. Program: Initial warm-up. Guidance on zazen: sitting posture and meditation practice. Walking meditation. Time for tea and conversation.<\/p>\n

Price 30\u20ac (Students and unemployed 20\u20ac). Registration: contact@ikian.fi<\/a> or +358405245749.<\/p>\n

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NOV 1st ALL SAINTS DAY CEREMONY AT MEDITATION CELLAR<\/strong><\/p>\n

In connection to morning zazen, at 10am-12pm.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0NOV 13th-15th WEEKEND RETREAT AT LAMMI RETREAT CENTER<\/strong><\/p>\n

Short sesshin-style retreat. More about retreats<\/a> Price: members 110\u20ac, non-members 140\u20ac. Fill out the retreat application no later than 5.11.: CLICK HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Address: Lammi Retreat Center, Kataloistentie 683, H\u00e4meenlinna.<\/p>\n

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NOV 22nd ZAZENKAI AT MEDITATION CELLAR, 10 AM\u20134:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

One-day sitting in silence. Includes zazen, teaching talk, chanting and the opportunity for dokusan, i.e. personal guidance with Genpo Pluta Sensei. The day ends with a teatime. Bring your own lunch. Price: free for members, others 30\u20ac. Register at latest the day before: contact@ikian.fi <\/a>or +358405245749.<\/p>\n

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25.11.<\/strong>\u00a0NOV 25th INTRODUCTION TO ZEN PRACTICE AT MEDITATION CELLAR, GUIDED BY GENPO SENSEI<\/strong><\/p>\n

6-8:30 pm. Welcome to learn about Zen practice from an experienced teacher. Program: Initial warm-up. Guidance on zazen: sitting posture and meditation practice. Walking meditation. Time for tea and conversation.<\/p>\n

Price 30\u20ac (Students and unemployed 20\u20ac). Registration: contact@ikian.fi<\/a> or +358405245749.<\/p>\n

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DEC 4th-10th SESSHIN WITH GENPO SENSEI IN POLAND<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kuuden p\u00e4iv\u00e4n sesshin Drophan Ling-temppeliss\u00e4, Etel\u00e4-Puolan vuorilla. Soyo Kaze-yhdistys j\u00e4rjest\u00e4\u00e4. Kysy lis\u00e4\u00e4, jos olet kiinnostunut! Tiedustelut: soyokazezen@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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DEC 19th TOYA PARTY AT ECO ATELIER<\/strong><\/p>\n

1-4 p.m. We celebrate the darkest time of winter according to Japanese temple tradition. We gather to enjoy singing, good company and food. The event is free. You can bring something to eat or drink for the potluck. Register: contact@ikian.fi or +358405245749 no later than 15.12. contact@ikian.fi<\/a> tai +358405245749 viimeist\u00e4\u00e4n 15.12.<\/p>\n

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DEC 27th-28th CITY RETREAT AT MEDITATION CELLAR<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time: 27th 10am-5pm, 28th 9am-4pm.<\/p>\n

Free for members, non-members 30\u20ac\/one day or 45\u20ac both days. Bring your own lunch. Register: contact@ikian.fi or +358405245749 no later than December 25th.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Membership fee is \u20ac120 \/year. Membership entitles you to 20% discount on event prices. If you are a student or otherwise on a limited budget, we can also discuss other event-specific discounts.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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