Reirin Yamada, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Reirin Yamada

Japanese zen buddhist

Date of Birth: 20-Jan-1889

Place of Birth: Japan

Date of Death: 15-Jul-1979

Profession: bhikkhu

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Dr.
Reirin Yamada (?? ??, Yamada Reirin, 1889–1979) was a Soto Zen master who held many positions in his lifetime, including 75th Abbot of Eiheiji in Japan, Abbot of Zenshuji in Los Angeles, California, and President of Komazawa University. He was also a strong supporter of the Japanese Imperial Army.