Yasutani Roshi

Yasutani Roshi was a renowned Japanese Zen teacher who helped popularize Zen Buddhism beyond Japan, particularly in the West. He was known for integrating traditional Zen meditation practices with modern understanding, emphasizing direct insight into one’s true nature. As a master in the Soto and Rinzai traditions, he founded the Sanbo Kyodan school, which promotes meditation and koan practice. His teachings focus on compassionate engagement, mindfulness, and the importance of direct experience in realizing enlightenment. Yasutani Roshi’s influence continues through his students and the numerous Zen centers he established worldwide.