Kyoto holds hundreds of temples and shrines, and for more than a thousand years it has been a centre of Japanese spiritual life. Zen practice, contemplative gardens and the way of tea all flourished here, alongside Shinto shrines like Fushimi Inari with its tunnels of vermilion gates.
People are already searching for circles, ceremonies and retreats in Kyoto. Nothing is listed here yet — which means the door is wide open. List your gathering free; the platform takes 9% only on paid places, and nothing at all on free ones.
Leave your interest and we’ll send you a note the moment a facilitator holds a circle, class or retreat here.
Kyoto was the imperial capital from 794 until 1868, and its great Buddhist temples and Zen monasteries shaped Japanese religion and art. Its historic monuments are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The home of many of Japan’s great Zen temples and of the tea tradition, where practice and beauty were never separated.
The practices here will show as facilitators list them.
Many facilitators offer a sliding scale — pay what you can, no questions asked, and no one sees what you chose.
Kyoto has room for you. Post as many gatherings as you like — 9% of paid places, nothing on free ones, no monthly fee.