Spirituality · Retreat

Jewel Mirror Sesshin

A seven-day residential Zen retreat featuring zazen, formal services, and mindful work periods.

Sat, 8 Aug 2026 – Sat, 15 Aug 2026 Hokyoji Zen Practice Community Eitzen , Minnesota
The Jewel Mirror Sesshin is a seven-day residential retreat held at the Hokyoji Zen Practice Community. Nestled on 105 acres of forested land, this retreat offers a deep immersion into Zen practice. Participants engage in zazen throughout the day, interspersed with formal services, traditional oryoki-style meals, and a daily work period. This intensive experience is designed for those looking to deepen their meditation practice in a quiet, supportive, and natural environment.

What to Expect

A structured, intensive schedule focused on silence, meditation, and communal living in a Zen tradition.

Who Should Attend

  • Zen practitioners
  • Meditation students
  • Individuals seeking spiritual retreat
  • Those interested in silent practice

Agenda Overview

The retreat runs from August 8 to August 15, 2026, with a daily schedule of meditation, meals, and work.
Venue & Address
Hokyoji Zen Practice Community
2649 County Rd 5
Eitzen , Minnesota
United States
Organizer
Hokyoji Zen Practice Community · Religious Organization
A Zen practice center located on 105 acres of forest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a sesshin?
A sesshin is an intensive period of meditation practice.
Is housing provided?
Yes, this is a residential retreat.
What are oryoki meals?
A traditional, formal way of eating in Zen practice.
Do I need experience?
Some familiarity with Zen practice is recommended.
Where is Hokyoji located?
It is located in Eitzen, Minnesota.
How do I register?
Please visit the Hokyoji website for registration details.
Tags
Zen Meditation Retreat Eitzen Minnesota Spirituality
Summary
A week-long intensive Zen meditation retreat in a beautiful forest setting.
Highlights
  • Seven-day residential immersion
  • Daily zazen practice
  • Formal Zen services
  • Oryoki-style meals
  • Mindful work periods
  • Serene forest location
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