Side Events

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Noh masterpiece *Hagoromo* (The Celestial
Feather Robe), performed by Hisanori Kongo—the 26th Grand Master of the
Kongo School and a designated Living National Treasure. The performance will
take place at the Kongo Noh Theatre. We invite you to immerse yourself fully in
Kyoto's rich cultural heritage by exploring the captivating world of Noh, from its
exquisite masks, costumes, stage and to the architecture itself.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, October 24
Participants are requested to make their own way to and from the venue.

Venue: Kongo Noh Theatre
Karasuma-dori, Nakadachiuri-agaru, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto

Participation Fee: JPY 15,000 (tax included)
Please pay in cash on the day of the event.

Schedule

10:00 AM　Registration begins at Kongo Noh Theatre
10:30 AM　Doors open
11:00 AM　Noh Performance: Hagoromo
Performed by Mr. Hisanori Kongo, 26th Head of the Kongo School
12:00 PM　Program concludes

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 20
Inquiries

Non-Profit Organization Gosekku Cultura Academia

e-mail：info@gosekku.or.jp

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Join us for a zazen (seated Zen meditation) experience at Nagaoka Zen Juku, a public interest incorporated foundation in Nagaokakyo City, Kyoto Prefecture.

Schedule
Saturday, October 24
9:00 a.m. — Meet at Nagaoka Zen Juku
A 9:30 a.m. arrival can also be accommodated.
If you are arriving by car, please use the adjacent Nagaoka Park parking lot.
If you are travelling by train, the venue is approximately 1 km from Hankyu Nagaoka-Tenjin Station (a 15-minute walk).
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon — Introduction and zazen experience
The session will begin with an explanation of the basics of zazen, followed by a meditation experience in the meditation hall.
Nagaoka Zen Juku is not a temple or a monastic training centre, so you are welcome to sit in a comfortable, ordinary cross-legged position. If sitting cross-legged is difficult, a folding chair can be provided. Please let us know in advance.
The traditional zazen postures are:
- Full lotus (kekkafuza): Each foot rests on the opposite thigh. This is a traditional, highly stable posture, best suited to experienced practitioners with flexible hips.
- Half lotus (hankafuza): One foot rests on the opposite thigh. This is a standard posture often taught to beginners at Zen temples.
While these postures are ideal if comfortable, participants are encouraged to experience zazen within their own physical limits, without forcing any posture.
Around 12:00 noon — Session concludes
Language
English support is available.
Fee
JPY 1,0000 per person
Contact
- Chairperson: Norio Iwai
  iwainorio@yahoo.co.jp / norio@kobeiwai.co.jp
- Head of Nagaoka Zen Juku: Genso Hasegawa
  peppi@aol.jp
- Nagaoka Zen Juku Office
  nagaokazen19ym@gmail.com
Other opportunities
Nagaoka Zen Juku also offers regular zazen sessions open to the public and overnight Zen living experiences. If you would like to participate on another occasion, please contact the people listed above.

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Join us for a zazen (seated Zen meditation) experience at Nagaoka Zen Juku, a public interest incorporated foundation in Nagaokakyo City, Kyoto Prefecture.

Schedule
Saturday, October 24
9:00 a.m. — Meet at Nagaoka Zen Juku
A 9:30 a.m. arrival can also be accommodated.
If you are arriving by car, please use the adjacent Nagaoka Park parking lot.
If you are travelling by train, the venue is approximately 1 km from Hankyu Nagaoka-Tenjin Station (a 15-minute walk).
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon — Introduction and zazen experience
The session will begin with an explanation of the basics of zazen, followed by a meditation experience in the meditation hall.
Nagaoka Zen Juku is not a temple or a monastic training centre, so you are welcome to sit in a comfortable, ordinary cross-legged position. If sitting cross-legged is difficult, a folding chair can be provided. Please let us know in advance.
The traditional zazen postures are:
- Full lotus (kekkafuza): Each foot rests on the opposite thigh. This is a traditional, highly stable posture, best suited to experienced practitioners with flexible hips.
- Half lotus (hankafuza): One foot rests on the opposite thigh. This is a standard posture often taught to beginners at Zen temples.
While these postures are ideal if comfortable, participants are encouraged to experience zazen within their own physical limits, without forcing any posture.
Around 12:00 noon — Session concludes
Language
English support is available.
Fee
JPY 1,0000 per person
Contact
- Chairperson: Norio Iwai
  iwainorio@yahoo.co.jp / norio@kobeiwai.co.jp
- Head of Nagaoka Zen Juku: Genso Hasegawa
  peppi@aol.jp
- Nagaoka Zen Juku Office
  nagaokazen19ym@gmail.com
Other opportunities
Nagaoka Zen Juku also offers regular zazen sessions open to the public and overnight Zen living experiences. If you would like to participate on another occasion, please contact the people listed above.

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