Akazienzendo is a place to meditate and gather.
Zen meditation – or Zazen is silent, open meditation in the middle of our experience. In this process, we increasingly come into harmony with ourselves, others, and our surroundings. Akazienzendo offers a contemporary, urban approach to Zen practice, without neglecting the depth and insight of traditional Buddhist spirituality.
At the same time, our offerings are open to all who wish to engage in a purely secular meditation practice or come from other traditions.
Akazienzendo is a non-profit organization, associated with the San Francisco Zen Center.
Please feel free to join our meditations or contact us.
Everyone is welcome!
Winter Break at Akazienzendo
From December 22 to January 4, all in-person activities at the Zendo in Berlin are paused.
There will be no on-site practice during this period.
However, morning zazen will be offered via Zoom, exept between December 29 and January 1.
We warmly invite you to join online and continue your practice throughout the holiday season.
All activities will resume as usual on January 5.
Wishing you a peaceful season, and we look forward to practicing together again in the new year.
Our Meditation Schedule
Monday, 7:30-8:45 p.m.
Guided meditation followed by a time for sharing - ideal for all who are beginning the practice of silent sitting; but also helpful for those who have been meditating for some time.
Hybrid event, participation possible via Zoom
Tuesday, 7:30-8:45 p.m.
Two periods of zazen, walking meditation, brief closing recitation
Hybrid event, participation possible via Zoom
Thursday, 7:30-8:45 p.m.
Two periods of zazen, walking meditation, brief closing recitation
Hybrid event, participation possible via Zoom
every 2nd Wednesday, 8:00-9:30 p.m.
”Open Zen – Meditation & Conversation”
Dates in 2025: December 17, January 14, January 28 …
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every 2nd Friday, 7:30-8:45 p.m. Zen in English”
One period of zazen followed by a brief talk and time for sharing.
Exclusively via Zoom
Dates in 2025: December 12, January 9, January 24 …
...In addition, we offer online morning meditation.
Monday through Friday, 7:30-8:00 a.m. exclusively via Zoom
It is helpful to be at the zendo at least ten minutes before the meditation begins.
The zendo is closed on public holidays.
Suggested donation: €6 per session, a lack of financial means should not stop you from participating.
current events
Open Zen – Meditation & Conversation
Every second Wednesday
Open Zen is a peer-led experiment in community cultivation, dialogue, and reflection, centered around our shared meditation practice.
Language: English
Next dates:
December 17, January 14, January 28 …
8:00–9:30 PM
