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Myōshin-ji Rinzai Zen Monastic Training

Myōshin-ji
Zen In-person Rinzai Zen Inka Shōmei Editorially curated

Largest Rinzai Zen sub-school head temple in Japan, with ~3,400 affiliated temples. Strict kōan-based monastic training pathway leading to inka shōmei (formal teaching authorization in the Rinzai lineage).

Program details
LocationIn-person residential
CountryJapan
TraditionZen
FormatIn-person
DurationMulti-year (residential)
Estimated costVaries (monastic ordination)
AccreditationRinzai Zen Inka Shōmei
About Zen credentials: Zen teacher authorization (dharma transmission) comes through a recognized lineage. No external accreditation body — the teacher is the credential.
Last reviewed: April 2026 · Information may change — always verify with the program directly.
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LocationIn-person residential
FormatIn-person
DurationMulti-year (residential)
Varies (monastic ordination)
Estimated total cost
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