Cliffside Park, New Jersey

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Discover Stillness, Cultivate Clarity, Embrace Zen

Find peace in the present moment through Zen meditation, mindfulness, and community practice.

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Welcome to Kokyu-Ji Zendo

A sanctuary dedicated to the practice of Zen meditation and mindfulness. Nestled in serene surroundings, our zendo offers a tranquil environment for individuals seeking inner peace and spiritual growth.

Our Mission

At Kokyu-Ji Zendo, we are committed to guiding practitioners on a path of self-discovery and enlightenment. Through the practice of zazen (seated meditation), we cultivate mindfulness, compassion, and a deeper understanding of our true nature.

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Transformation begins in stillness.

Weekly Offerings:

Guided Meditation

Wednesdays 6:45pm
A guided practice to help cultivate inner peace, inner balance, reduce stress and help you connect with your true self.

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Upcoming Events

Join us for meditation, retreats, and gatherings designed
to deepen your practice and nourish your soul.

March 2026 Retreat

Catskills NY, March 6th-8th

This weekend we will explore ancient techniques for health and longevity, breathing exercises, cultivating our creative energy, healing chains, and Karma purification.

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March 2026 Retreat

Meditation, healing, celebration, transformation! The spiritual path of inner transformation is acceptance, surrender, devotion, gratitude, devotion, and unconditional love. It is living here and now in everything you do. It helps you live in the present moment.
  • March 6, 7, 8 2026
  • Catskills, NY

Shamanic Training

The training course for Pampamesayoq teaches students Andean spiritual Cosmology, Ritual, Despacho, and vocabulary in the Quechua language. It is the paqos’ intention to support the students to feel empowered when they experience the spiritual work done, learnt in retreat.
  • April 30 - May 3, 2026
  • Cliffside Park, NJ

The Awakening of the Jaguar International Retreat

This 8-day retreat is designed to be a complete reset of our life's purpose. The magical landscapes, the sea, and meditation harmonize our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual worlds.
  • January 30th - February 8th, 2026
  • Costa Rica

Conocimiento de Si Mismo

Conocimiento de Si Mismo es una serie de Enseñanzas que nos conducen hacia una revolución interior, la comprensión de verdades profundas, el despertar de nuestra conciencia y el desarrollo del amor y la sabiduría.
  • Semanal los Miercoles
  • Cliffside Park, NJ

Weekly Guided Meditations

Join us Wednesdays at 6:45 PM for a guided practice to help cultivate inner peace, inner balance, reduce stress and help you connect with your true self.
  • Weekly on Wednesdays
  • Cliffside Park, NJ

The Secrets of the Dragon

Don't miss the last retreat of the year: The Secrets of the Dragon. We will explore our healing, our growth, and celebrate a wonderful 2025.
  • Dec 12th 7pm - Dec 14th 5pm
  • Pleasant Valley, NY

a space for stillness, presence,
and transformation.

Whether you are new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner,
our zendo is a place to quiet the mind, open the heart, and deepen your connection to yourself and the world around you.

We believe in the power of mindful practice to bring clarity,
peace, and transformation. Through meditation, retreats, and
shared moments of stillness, we invite you to embark on a
journey of self-discovery and inner awakening.

I look forward to welcoming you to our community
and practicing together.

Kokyu-Ji Zendo

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