Eiryu-ji Zen Center Eternal Flow

Eiryu-ji Zen Center was founded by Eran Junryu Vardi Roshi in 2012 for the purpose of continuing the wisdom practice of self-realization and compassionate action. The essence of our practice is drawn from the unique teaching style of Hakuyu Taizan Maezumi Roshi (February 24, 1931—May 15, 1995), who was a lineage holder within the Soto School, and received inka from two Rinzai teachers (Harada-Yasutani Lineage). Maezumi Roshi combined elements of the Rinzai and Soto Schools of Zen, such as the use of koan study and emphasis on shikantaza (“just sitting”). As a lineage holder in this unique tradition, Junryu Roshi engages skillful elements from both traditional schools of Zen. These elements lay the foundation of Eiryu-ji’s continuing spiritual development and direction.