Rôhatsu sesshin

This week is the traditional Rôhatsu sesshin at the monastery.

This retreat features a quasi-continuous practice of zazen, about ten hours a day, total silence and minimal activity of teachings and samu.

This year, about 70 people are gathered to practice together on this occasion, as well as many more remotely via Zen online. 

Here are some photos from the beginning of the Rôhatsu...