Gyobutsuji Zen Monastery

Gyobutsuji Zen Monastery is a Buddhist temple situated in the Boston Mountains of the Ozarks in Arkansas. The site includes meditation halls, residential spaces, and grounds designed to support contemplative practice and learning.

The monastery was established in 2011 and draws from Sōtō Zen Buddhist lineages transmitted through teachers like Kosho Uchiyama. Its founding represents the expansion of Zen practice into rural North America.

The community practices Sōtō Zen traditions through regular zazen meditation retreats held throughout the year. Visitors and residents gather here to study Buddhist teachings and explore how these practices shape daily living.

The monastery is located on Country Road 9 and primarily welcomes visitors for organized meditation retreats. It is best to contact ahead of time to learn about upcoming sessions and what to prepare for the visit.

The name translates to Temple of the Practicing Buddha, emphasizing the teaching that the practice itself is the path to understanding. This philosophy shapes how the community approaches daily routines and meditation work.

Inception: 2011

Website: http://gyobutsuji.org

GPS coordinates: 35.98750,-93.45280

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42