369 Zen Circle
Zen meditation, mindful movement and Japanese tradition in a warm community. Beginners are always welcome.
WHAT IS THE ZEN CIRCLE
A Quiet Place to Return to Yourself
369 Zen Circle is the meditation community of Miroku Star Village. We believe Zen is not a theory but a living practice: a way of coming back to your breath, your body and your own calm center.
Our gatherings are small, warm and unhurried. Whether you are looking for stress relief, a quiet hour away from the noise, or simply a place to belong, you are welcome here.
When we gather our intention, love and light together, we are stronger than we are alone.369 Zen Circle
STEP BY STEP
What a Session Looks Like
Arrive and settle
Find your place, breathe and let the day fall away. No experience is needed.
Mindful movement
Chizuru Kabe leads gentle stretches and movement to release tension and prepare the body to sit.
Guided Zen meditation
Kazumi guides a quiet meditation, with the steady rhythm of the mokugyo to help the mind settle.
Matcha and sharing
At our gatherings we close with a bowl of matcha and a few warm words before returning to the world.
BREATHE WITH US
A Moment of Stillness
You do not need to wait for a gathering to begin. Press the button and breathe with the circle: in as it grows, out as it settles.
RITUALS & TRADITION
The Japanese Touches You Will Notice
禅Zen
Sitting still, breathing and paying attention to this moment.
木魚Mokugyo
A wooden drum whose steady beat keeps rhythm during meditation and chanting.
抹茶Matcha
Whisked green tea, shared slowly as a small ritual of presence.
龍体文字Ryutai Moji
An ancient Japanese script of 48 characters, written by hand as a calm, focused practice.
Curious about the traditions behind our practice? Read about Ryutai Moji and Japanese wisdom.
UPCOMING
369 Zen Circle Gathering, Early 2027
Our next big community gathering is planned for early 2027 in the Torrance area. Join the free interest list and you will be the first to hear the date and venue.
Official sponsor: Bridge USA.
MEMBERSHIP
Become a 369 Zen Circle Member
For $8.88 a month, members help keep our sessions open and welcoming to everyone, including people who could not otherwise attend. In Japan, 8 is a number of growth and good fortune, and the shape of 八 opens wider as it goes down.
FROM ANYWHERE
Online Sessions Are Coming
You do not have to live in Los Angeles to be part of the circle. We are preparing guided meditations on our YouTube channel and online sessions so anyone, anywhere can join.
Zen Circle Questions
Still Have Questions?
Every message is read with care. Write to us and we will reply within one to two business days.