The Kanzeon Big Mind Sangha

Our mission is to fuse the ancient Eastern wisdom of Zen with a modern understanding of Western psychology, igniting personal transformation while assisting the awakening of the world consciousness to the oneness of life.

Genpo Roshi - The Abbot

Genpo Roshi's Upcoming Events

Sunday Public Meeting with Genpo Roshi

UPDATE

Genpo Roshi will be teaching the Sunday Public Meeting in place of Mary Ellen Seien Roshi


Dealing with the Uncertainty & Anxiety of Life — Right Now


Sunday, April 6, 2025

9:00 AM (Honolulu Time)


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Big Mind Training

5-Day Big Mind Facilitator Skills Retreat


May 4 - 10 · Captain Cook, HI

Limited to 7 Participants



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Big Heart Retreat

5-Day Big Heart Retreat in the

Mountains Midway, Utah

July 8 - 13, 2025

Limited Availability

Big Heart Retreat Participants generously support the Kanzeon Big Mind Sangha mission is to fuse the ancient Eastern wisdom of Zen with a modern understanding of Western psychology, igniting personal transformation while assisting the awakening of the world consciousness to the oneness of life.

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Genpo Roshi Returns to Europe 

This Summer

Teachings in Spain, Denmark, and The Netherlands


Join us for a rare opportunity to learn and practice with Genpo Roshi in Europe this summer. Whether you are new to Zen or a longtime practitioner, these events offer profound insight and a direct experience of Zen wisdom and practice.


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KANZEON BIG MIND ZEN CLASSES


Sunday Public Meetings


Sunday Public Meetings are held weekly, welcoming both new and experienced Zen practitioners. Genpo Roshi leads these sessions each Sunday, except when he is traveling or leading a retreat or workshop. When Genpo Roshi is unavailable one of his successor teachers lead the class. These gatherings offer a unique opportunity to engage directly with Zen practice and teachings. Typically held in a question-and-answer format, they provide an open and supportive space for beginners to explore and deepen their understanding.


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Living Zen

Living Zen Classes are led by Genpo Roshi's Successor Teachers, Mark Kanchi Roshi, Mary Ellen Seien Roshi, Lynn Shozen Roshi, Kenjin Roshi, Alexandra Mushin Sensei, Jeremy Daiki Sensei, and Charlotte Jigen Sensei in rotation. These informal classes are designed for Zen students to ask questions and receive advice about their personal practice in a warm and friendly atmosphere.


Tuesdays and Thursdays

Public Welcome!

$25 per class


Living Zen Classes are included in all Student Path Levels 


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Meditation Groups On-Line

Zazen with Mary Ellen Seien Roshi

Monday through Thursday


Zazen with Alexandra Mushin Sensei

Monday through Friday


Meditation Groups are open to all Student Path Levels and Patron Members


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Kanzeon Big Mind Retreats

Kanzeon Big Mind Retreats are events where students and patron members can do intensive practice either on-line or in-person and occasionally both. Retreats may run from 2 to 7 days.

Watch for Topics like:

Introduction to Big Mind Zen

The Gift of No Fear

Kensho Retreats

The Great Masters

Big Heart Retreats

Gaining Control of Your Life

Rohatsu Sesshin &

Zazenkai - A Day of Sitting Meditation

Loss and Grief — and Zen


See Retreat and Workshop Schedule

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How Genpo Roshi Teaches Sitting Meditation Now

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What People Are Saying About Kanzeon Big Mind Today

“I was three times in Ameland, and the Big Mind sessions framed in a sesshin were a life changer for me. If you play the game (honestly) it is a thrilling experience. Even by teleconference, where the direct contact energy is missing, I still had a number of insights about myself, about my Zen practice. I am really grateful for this opportunity to work again with Genpo Roshi. I live in Europe and it is quite difficult for me to come to US for his live sesshins.” — A.P.

 “If you want to be involved in this amazing method that Roshi developed without creating a huge carbon imprint on the world, this is your opportunity! It is a wonderful way to work with Roshi and connect with the Sangha at the same time!” — J.W.

“For me, the ability to suddenly be moved by someone’s struggle, then to watch them make breakthroughs, reach reversals in understanding, in a matter of minutes, inspires and informs my own practice immensely. Who says a Zoom session can’t be life-changing?” — T.G.


“It was a transformational experience, both in the teaching sessions with Roshi and in the practice triads. There was a very good balance between practice, teachings, and being able to receive Roshi’s priceless feedback and facilitation. The interaction with diverse people from different countries and cultures enriched the overall experience; the voices worked were very interesting and profound, and gave me key insights about relevant life issues.” — A.G.

Kanzeon Big Mind Sangha

We are a non-profit organization, founded by Zen Master Genpo Roshi in 1984 after he spent 15 years training under Taizan Maezumi Roshi of the Los Angeles Zen Center and becoming his second successor Zen teacher. Since then, we have carried on our mission of teaching Zen principles and practices to Western audiences throughout North America and Europe. Our unique style and methods are geared to the needs of modern people dealing with the particular stresses and strains of current culture and society. We invite you to join us on a journey of self discovery and empowerment, supported by a community dedicated to the personal advancement of the fundamental Zen Buddhist principles of wisdom and compassion.

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