
Hiro Ikushima is originally from Japan and began formally practicing Zen in 2008. In 2013, he practiced for four months at Antaiji, a Zen temple in Japan—an experience that deeply shaped the foundation of his practice.
Hiro came to San Francisco Zen Center in the spring of 2014 with a background in technology. He began his residency at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, where he lived and practiced for six years in a monastic environment. During his time at Tassajara and later at City Center, he held several leadership positions, including Ino (Head of the Meditation Hall), Tenzo (Head Cook), and Work Leader.
At SFZC, Hiro studied with Linda Ruth Cutts and Teah Strozer, who is his current teacher. Under Teah’s guidance, he has continued to deepen his practice as a lay practitioner. He served as head student (Shuso) for the Fall 2023 Practice Period at Tassajara and is currently serving as Corporate Secretary.