Mezame (Awakening) Sessions (June)

Join us in the peaceful surroundings of Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden for Mezame (Awakening)—a wellness experience designed to rejuvenate both body and mind.

Date

June 8, 2025 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Location

Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden

Corner of 9th Ave S &, Mayor Magrath Dr S Lethbridge, Alberta

Price

30

Event Details

Date: Sunday, June 8

Time: 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM (Guided Meditation Class)

Location: Bunka Centre – Large Venue Room

Optional Garden Walk: 11:15 AM to garden closing

Includes: Choice of Green or Chrysanthemum tea

Cost: $30/person

Capacity: Maximum 25 participants

Note: Please bring your own yoga mat or rent one from us.

Deeply inspired by Zen Buddhism, Devasis (Dev) Dasgupta embraces a life of simplicity and contemplation. In this guided meditation session, he invites you on a gentle journey toward cultivating understanding, compassion, peace, and happiness.

Participants will explore foundational techniques including:

  • Mindful breathing
  • Posture alignment
  • Intentional awareness to support inner stillness

“Mindfulness is the cognitive skill, usually developed through meditation, of sustaining meta-attentive awareness towards the contents of one’s own mind in the present.”

The session will also introduce the Zen concept of “No-mind” (無心 – Mushin)—a mental state characterized by clarity and freedom from clinging thoughts or conceptual distractions.

Limited spots available. Reserve yours today and experience the tranquility of meditation in the serene setting of Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden.

Presenter

Devasis (Dev) Dasgupta

Learn More About This Event

Organizer

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  • Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden

Established in 1967 to commemorate Canada’s Centennial, Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden stands as a tribute to the contributions of Japanese Canadians to Lethbridge, Alberta, and as a lasting symbol of international friendship. The name “Nikka Yuko” blends elements of both Japanese and English: Ni (from Nihon, meaning Japan), Ka (from Canada), and Yuko (meaning friendship), representing the deep connection between the two nations.

Opening Day and Hours

Opening day for 2025 is Thursday, May 8th.

The garden is open five (5) days a week:

  • Monday: 10-6pm
  • Tuesday/Wednesday CLOSED 
  • Thursday: 10-6 pm 
  • Fridays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm) 
  • Saturdays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm)
  • Sunday: 10-6 pm 

Daily Programming

  • Daily Garden Tours at 11, 1 & 3 pm
  • Thursday: Tea: 2 pm & 4 pm Pavilion/Ceremony (Program) 
  • Friday: Food Truck Fridays/Sumo/Anime/Wild Nights; Ceremonies 2pm & 4pm 
  • Saturday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm (Experience/Program) 
  • Sunday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm   (Experience/Program) 
  • Monday: Meiso (Relaxation) Mondays

Performances and Presentations: 3:00 pm 

Yukata Dressing:

Guests can wear Yukata around the Garden and community 5 days per week.

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