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The Zen Mind
A Zen Journey Across Japan
A Zen Journey Across Japan
Documentary - 2007
The Zen Mind
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In the last fifty years the culture of Zen has spread far beyond Japan. Zen centers and zen retreats have sprung up throughout America and Europe. When Dogen, the founder of Soto Zen, brought Zen to Japan from China 800 years ago, it quickly took root and became an integral part of Japanese life. Yet what do we know about zen practice in Japan today? The Zen Mind is a fascinating journey across Japan to explore zen in its natural habitat.

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Rated:
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Runtime:
60 min
Release date:
1 Jan 2007
Country:
US
Languages:
English
Budget:
$0
Revenue:
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