Jihatsu (nested bowls) is a Zen Buddhist Monastic meal practice that originated in Japan. A jihatsu set consists of three to five nested bowls, traditionally made of wood. The jihatsu set is mindfully wrapped in several cloth covers. Within the wrap, the set contains all the tools that are required for the meal. For example; eating bowls, chopsticks, wash cloth, drying cloth, napkin, chants card and various covers. Jihatsu emphasizes “presence” by abiding in an orchestrated set of precise movements that require the practitioner to pay great attention to the endeavor they are engaged in. Each movement is a simple reference point for the mind that encourages one to become present and not wonder in discursive thought. Through this “presence”, we experience a deeper realization of the blessings of life sustaining meals. 
The evenings meal will be vegan with three offerings. Come join us as we wade into the deep end of the practice of jihatsu and manifest the living expression of this gratitude.
When: September 27 2026 5:00-7:00pm
Cost: $25.00
Advanced Confirmation required
