Morning Zazen and Calligraphy at a Zen Temple in Kamakura

Kamakura is home to many renowned temples of the Rinzai school, such as Kenchoji and Engakuji, where zazen sessions open to the general public are held regularly. A program where you sit in zazen under the guidance of the head priest in the crisp early morning air, followed by calligraphy to write a passage from the Heart Sutra, is perfect for resetting your mind and body. There is also a course where you can enjoy morning rice porridge in the style of Buddhist vegetarian cuisine while viewing the temple garden.