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Tokyo Meditation Meetup!
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We hold weekly meditation sessions, usually on Tuesday and Thursday nights for one hour. We have regular group meditation sessions focused on meditation in “the buddhist tradition,” without the traditional bowing to statues or chanting. Just sitting and focusing on the breath, body, and mind, for the most part. We also have retreats of varying lengths for those who want to go deeper.
The meditation sessions are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditators -- I will also indicate which day is reserved for advanced/beginner. Emphasis will be on the development of mindfulness and wisdom, as well as lovingkindness. Chairs and meditation cushions are available. Guidance in these methods is provided in English.
There's also a chance to exchange views and experiences. The point is to have a non-judgmental safe-space to share your experience. If you want to remain silent, that's fine, too.
This group can be a starting point for practicing, discussing or experiencing the dhamma/dharma together and may serve to support your personal practice. :)
Come join us!
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Membership: Our regular sessions are typically 1,000 yen. If you become a paid member of Tokyo Mindfulness for 3,000 yen/month, you get access to ALL of our regular events, as well as discounted and priority access to retreats and special events. Get a membership here.
⚠️ An important note about No-Shows: We have a limited number of space for this event. If you can’t attend, please cancel your RSVP so that others can join. Repeated no-shows will result in you getting kicked out of the group.
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If you are looking to bring mindfulness in your day-to-day life, let go of your ego and overcome burnout, you can book a coaching call with Misha directly here: https://www.mishayurchenko.coach/
Book Recommendations
Hey all, I wanted to share some books about meditation that have been helpful along my journey and that you might find useful as well! I have listed them in order of “easiest to read” starting from the top, where as those towards the bottom of the list are a little bit more heavy.
- Bear Awareness by Ajahn Brahm
- Wherever you go, there you are by Jon Kabat-Zin
- Wise Heart by Jack Kornfield
- Zen Mind, Beginners Mind, by Shunryu Suzuki
- Radical Acceptance, by Tara Brach
- Waking Up: A guide to Spirituality without religion by Sam Harris
- Mindfulness, Bliss and Beyond by Ajahn Brahm
- The Wisdom of Insecurity by Alan Watts
- The Mind Illuminated by Culadasa (a very comprehensive guide)
- Focused and Fearless by Shaila Catherine
- Satipatthana Meditation - A practice guide, by Analayo
- Path to Nibbana, by David Johnson (metta practice)
- Manual of Insight, by Mahasi Sayadaw
- Mastering the Core Teachings of the Buddha by Daniel Ingram
- Seeing that Frees, by Rob Burbea
And, for thousands of free recorded lectures, talks and meditations from Buddhist teachers all around the world, check out this site: https://dharmaseed.org/
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Mapping Your Inner Archetypes: A Jungian Creative ExplorationYoyogihachiman Community Center, Tokyo¥4,000.00
Ever wondered what archetype shapes your inner world?
Join us for a 3-hour immersive workshop led by expressive arts therapist Ariel Wu (ANZACATA). Through creative expression and symbolic reflection, you’ll explore the archetypes that shape your inner world—those unspoken patterns, drives, and emotional currents that live beneath the surface.
Together, we’ll move through intuitive writing, visual art, and group resonance to connect with the unconscious and give voice to what has no name, yet is deeply familiar.
Details:- 🗓 Date/Time: Wednesday July 2nd, 2:00–5:00pm (arrive by 1:50pm!)
- 📍 Location: Yoyogihachiman Community Center, Tokyo (Gmaps link)
- 💰 Cost: ¥4,000 (includes all materials), bring cash or paypay
- 🎨 No art experience needed
- 👥 Group size: Maximum 8–12 people
🌀 What You’ll Experience
- Archetype Reflection: Work with Jungian archetype cards to uncover patterns, inner dynamics, and emotional themes.
- Symbolic Expression: Turn inner voices into poetry, metaphors, or intuitive language.
- Visual Arts: Create symbolic images using drawing and collage materials provided.
- Group Resonance: Share and receive reflections in a supportive, grounded space.
- Integration: Reconnect what’s been unseen with conscious insight and presence.
🧺 What to Bring
- A water bottle
- Comfortable clothes
- An open mind and willingness to explore
🎨 About Your Guide: Ariel Wu
Ariel Wu is a Registered Expressive Arts Therapist currently based in Tokyo, with a passion for bridging creativity, mental health, and interactive design. Her therapeutic work spans Hong Kong, Wuhan, and Shanghai, and she now brings her experience to Tokyo’s international community. With a background in narrative-driven game design, Ariel explores how storytelling and play can support emotional well-being and psychological resilience.Her current focus includes integrating game-based interventions into expressive arts therapy, inviting participants to engage with their inner world in imaginative and embodied ways. Whether you're curious about the healing power of art, the role of play in mental health, or new forms of inner exploration, Ariel offers a creative and compassionate approach to the journey.
- Mindfulness Meditation Group Sit (Sharing + Tea) @ 7 pm w/ MishaBrighton Studio Daikanyama, Tokyo¥2,000.00
Weekly Meditation Sessions
These mindfulness, insight and metta meditations are designed to be instrumental in maintaining your inner balance, resulting in more calm, happiness and self-knowledge throughout the week.
To join the Thursday night meditations, RSVP through Meetup, or by messaging Misha directly. We meet at a yoga studio in Daikanyama called Brighton Studio Daikanyama, which is located at 〒150-0032 Tokyo, Shibuya City, 渋谷区Uguisudanicho, 1−2 PAL bldg 3F&RF
You can view a picture of the location here: Brighton Daikanyama.• Doors open from 7pm. We start at 705pm and will have some basic instructions on mindfulness, 30 minutes of meditation, followed by some casual discussion. Please be on time.
• Guidance will be provided!
• Meditation cushions are available. Of course, you are free to bring your own trusted pillow.• Casual discussion and tea afterwards
Bring whatever you need to be comfortable, while sitting still for 45 minutes. Even if it's your first time meditating, come on and give it a try.
Price: Our regular sessions are 2,000 yen.
After the session, we end with a few minutes of casual discussion where you can share your experience. It's a safe, non-judgmental, no-advice giving space to share what's on your mind :)
Please be serious about reserving a spot, and unRSVP as soon as you have decided you're not going to make it.
See you there!
🌱 About Your Teacher
Misha Yurchenko is a Tokyo-based certified meditation teacher with over ten years of meditation experience. He has spent time on retreat around the world and practiced a range of techniques. Today his main practice is samatha-vipassana and the Bramaviharas in the Theravada Buddhist tradition.
After experiencing extreme burnout from his venture-funded startup, he founded Tokyo Mindfulness and is dedicated to helping others break free from themselves. He takes an integrated (and practical) approach combining meditation, breathwork, and nervous system healing to help people let go of the ego, release old habit patterns and find inner freedom. He is the author of several books and lives in Nerima with his family.
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