Akari Tamura

Join us for an evening of Kirtan — devotional chanting, mantra meditation, and sacred music — guided by Akari Tamura and friends. Kirtan is a simple and powerful practice of call-and-response chanting that brings people together through music, mantra, and shared presence. No singing experience is needed. Whether you come to sing, meditate, listen, or simply relax, all are welcome. Rooted in the Bhakti tradition, Akari’s Kirtans blend heartfelt chanting with storytelling and reflections on the meanings behind the mantras and sacred traditions. With a warm and accessible approach, she creates a space where both newcomers and experienced practitioners can connect deeply through sound and devotion. Through gentle melodies, rhythmic chanting, and moments of stillness and joy, this gathering invites you to open your heart and reconnect with what truly matters. Come as you are — bring your voice, your presence, and an open heart. What to Expect: Live mantra music and call-and-response chanting Guided mantra meditation Stories and reflections on the meanings behind the mantras A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere Space for reflection, connection, and joyful expression Benefits: Calm the mind and nervous system through repetitive sacred sound Experience emotional release and inner clarity Open the heart through music, mantra, and shared intention Connect with community in a meaningful and uplifting way Deepen your spiritual practice through Bhakti meditation and chanting Leave feeling nourished, grounded, and inspired