
Onkatsu Doug Kagel
Onkatsu Doug Kagel lives in S.E. Portland and has 2 grown children and 2 grandkids. He has been studying Zen with ZCO for 16 years. He has been on the board, is currently membership chair, has held numerous service positions and helped with the post–purchase remodel of Heart of Wisdom. Onkatsu became a Community Zen Leader in 2023. He is moved by the open–hearted, sincere dharma teachings at ZCO. He loves that our practice is rooted in Great Vow Monastery and expressed in the cities of Vancouver and Portland.
Upcoming Programs by Onkatsu Doug Kagel

Winter Zazenkai: A One Day Meditation Retreat
Also With Kosho Ault and Linda Chōon Frischmeyer
January 17, 2026
A Zazenkai is a day of Zen practice in the city. Join us for a silent day of meditation (seated and walking), chanting, mindful eating, temple care-taking, and a dharma talk.