Lessons
We offer classes for people of all skill levels
Discover the secrets of Zen Kokyū
In our guided lessons, you will be instructed by one of our qualified advisors or Yuki Shiina herself.
In-Person Lesson
One-on-one In-Person Lesson with Yuki Shiina
All levels
Learn about the art of Zen Kokyū from the expert herself, in-person. In this one-on-one session, Yuki Shiina will guide your breathing and posture in a lesson that is specifically tailored to your anatomy.
Zen Breathing Teaching Course in English
All level
Join us for an immersive 5-day Zen Kokyū Monitor Teacher’s Course in beautiful Bessho Onsen, Nagano, just 90 minutes from Tokyo by Shinkansen (Japanese bullet train).
Led by Zen Kokyū founder Yuki Shiina, this course is designed for those who wish to deepen their practice and become certified to guide others in the Zen Breathing Method.
Course Dates: October 27–31, 2025
Language: English
Location: Bessho Onsen, Ueda City, Nagano, Japan
Course Fee: $1,990 USD + 5% foreign exchange fee (Normally $4,000 USD)*
Limit: Only 4 slots available
What’s Included:
4-night private room accommodation
2 organic vegan meals per day
Morning zazen practice at Anraku-ji Temple
Full instructions of the Zen Breathing Method (in English)
Official textbook
Silk kimono-wearing experience at the temple
Create your own natural Zen incense sachet for energetic protection
Certification test on the final day (those who pass will be listed as certified advisors on the Zen Kokyū website)
¥40,000 cashback provided in Japan at the course location
Participants who pass the test will receive certification and be listed on our official website.
Apply now to take part in this rare opportunity and become part of the next generation of Zen Kokyū instructors.
Online Lesson
Zen Kokyū Online Experience
All levels (Especially for Beginners)
Maximum of 2 people per booking
Improve your posture and learn the art of relaxed breathing in this online experience hosted by Beathing Advisor, Yoko. Through this 2-person online class, you will learn breathing techniques that can be easily practised and maintained by yourself, from the comfort of your own home. At the online class’s conclusion, Yuki will also provide each participant with a private 5-minute session time, and offer them individual advice.
One-on-one Online Lesson with Yuki Shiina
All levels
Learn about the art of Zen Kokyū from the expert herself. In this one-on-one session, Yuki Shiina will guide your breathing and posture in a lesson that is specifically tailored to your anatomy.