

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Curious About Buddhism? Experience Chanting & Sound Bath Meditation
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 29 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 29 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for a welcoming introductory event where you can experience Buddhist chanting, meditation, and timeless wisdom for everyday life.About this EventCurious about Buddhism but not sure where to begin?This session is designed especially for first-time visitors. No prior experience with Buddhism, chanting, or meditation is needed. People from all spiritual or religious backgrounds are warmly welcome.Come as you are and explore a peaceful practice that has helped people cultivate calm, gratitude, and resilience for centuries.What You Will ExperienceBuddhist ChantingWe begin with a guided chanting practice from the Lotus Sutra.Even if you have never chanted before, you can simply listen or follow along. Many people find chanting calming and surprisingly grounding.Mini Buddhist Sound Bath MeditationNext, we offer a short version of our popular weekly meditation session using voice, bells, and gentle sound to help quiet the mind and relax the body.This meditation is led by Reiki practitioner Yari Tavarez and Dr. Kyohei Mikawa.Our Buddhist Sound Bath Meditation was recently featured in coverage by theAssociated Press.All attendees will receive one complimentary ticket to our full Thursday evening sound bath meditation (normally $20).Dharma Talk: Buddhist Wisdom for Everyday LifeTakashi Maeda, director of the global Buddhist community Rissho Kosei-kai, will share the Buddha’s core teachings through relatable stories and practical examples.Rev. Maeda will speak in Japanese, and clear English translation will be provided on screen with the help of experienced interpreters, so everyone can easily follow the talk.Small-Group Reflection and DiscussionToward the end of the session, participants will be invited to join small discussion groups to reflect on the experience and share thoughts with others.Many people find small groups more comfortable than speaking in front of a large audience. This is a chance to connect, reflect, and hear how others experienced the chanting and meditation.Event Schedule10:00 – Welcome10:05 – Chanting of the Lotus Sutra10:25 – Mini Buddhist Sound Bath Meditation10:40 – Dharma Talk by Rev. Maeda11:00 – Q&amp;A with the speakers11:40 – Small-Group Reflection &amp; Discussion12:00 – ClosingAfter the program, everyone is invited to stay for a casual BBQ lunch ($5 donation) and informal conversation.First-Time Visitors WelcomeIf this is your first time visiting a Buddhist temple, you are especially welcome.Many participants come simply to explore meditation or learn about Buddhism in a relaxed setting. There is no religious commitment and no expectation to become a member.Many attendees also come alone, so please don’t hesitate to join even if you are visiting by yourself.Families WelcomeChildren may participate in a supervised STEM activity while the session takes place. (Send an email to info@rklabuddhistcenter.com to register your child)Reserve Your Free TicketSpace for guests is limited to 25 seats, so please reserve a ticket so we can prepare seating.If your plans change, kindly cancel your ticket so someone else may attend.https://youtube.com/shorts/EsQDuXIZH4QA very short intro to Buddha's wisdom and how sound healing is related to it. (Rev. Dr. Kyohei Mikawa, Minister of Rissho Kosei-kai Los Angeles)--  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/76864f20-21ca-11f1-ac80-9da451afa77f-rimg-w1200-h691-dc341505-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/76c246b0-21ca-11f1-8b35-f723b5d21335-rimg-w1064-h740-dcd7d2c3-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/76f78780-21ca-11f1-a01a-adaecb19c40b-rimg-w1070-h740-dc939392-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/772d1670-21ca-11f1-a01a-adaecb19c40b-rimg-w763-h740-dc020202-gmir.jpg --  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/775e5fa0-21ca-11f1-8b35-f723b5d21335-rimg-w994-h740-dca6aaa5-gmir.jpg --
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- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, Nonprofit
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Los Angeles
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Rissho Kosei-kai Buddhist Church
- **lat**: 34.0425415
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- **full address**: Rissho Kosei-kai Buddhist Church, 2707 1st Street, Los Angeles, United States

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- **organizer**: Rissho Kosei-kai Buddhist Center of Los Angeles (https://allevents.in/org/rissho-kosei-kai-buddhist-center-of-los-angeles/25253245)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 29 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am (-07:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Rissho Kosei-kai Buddhist Church, 2707 1st Street, Los Angeles, United States
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Rissho Kosei-kai Buddhist Center of Los Angeles
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** health-wellness, Nonprofit
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