Welcome to The Laughing Buddha

A "cafe without walls" bringing together East and West

The Laughing Buddha is a social and educational organization that promotes cross-cultural understanding in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Its aims are accomplished through organizing and operating activities either free or at a modest fee, including English-learning activities, tours and outings, dinners and parties, and cultural events. The Laughing Buddha's programs are conducted in various locations around Shenzhen.

Through The Laughing Buddha:

• Expat residents of Shenzhen can get information that will make living here easier 

• Chinese people can gain a better understanding of English language and Western thinking 

• Visitors to Shenzhen can learn about the city’s cultural offerings 

• Chinese and foreign friends can learn more about China’s rich cultural heritage

• Interaction between people of different cultures is a regular happening

The Laughing Buddha is the real-world manifestation of "The Temple Guy" and "LIFESiZE," two online presences that share Shenzhen information with the world. More than just another "language school" or "cultural center," The Laughing Buddha presents a wide variety of high-quality opportunities for Chinese and foreigners to meet and share their ideas and experiences.

Use the "Next" buttons at the bottom of the page to learn more about the Places we meet, our Calendar of activities, the Friends who join us, the Menus of food and drinks we offer in various venues, and the Hosts who will greet you at The Laughing Buddha events. There is also information on how to Contact us. And don't forget to read our LIFESiZE pages of information for Expats, and to explore the wide-ranging information on Shenzhen and beyond at The Temple Guy!