Memorable words from a local Buddhism monk during the retreat

As a part of our programs, a local Buddhism monk visits us to offer Zazen and calligraphy meditation (or sometimes we visit them). These are both popular activities during our retreat, and it’s real cultural experiences.

We have Q&A time to the monk during the sessions, and every time, we hear lots of interesting questions from participants and impressive answers from him.

Some of the questions that’s asked in the past retreats were;

• What kind of training do you need to become a Buddhism monk in Japan?

• What is the day schedule like as a monk?

• What’s the difficult trainings you experienced?

• Why did you decide to become a monk?

All sort of interesting questions. The world of the monk I never know.

The day when we joined the temple’s monthly praying ritual.

Every time, I learn a lot from him, not simply just new knowledge, but the way he talks, the way he interacts with people, how he walks and does things.

Shakyou practice (Calligraphy meditation)

One time I asked him this question.

“Is there any sort of times when you feel pain or sufferings by managing the temple?”

He said,

“There are always some troubles and hardships, but I love the temple and the job as a monk, so I don’t really feel the troubles and hardships as a pain.”

Becoming a monk is not an easy thing to do with lots of trainings and commitments involved.

but I can really feel how much he is enjoying and how sincere and faithful he is to play his role as a monk.

I’m already looking forward to his next visit!

By joining our yoga retreat in Fukuoka, Japan, you're not only enhancing your physical practice; you're embarking on a transformative journey of cultural connection, self-discovery, and holistic well-being. Each elements – from the Cooking class to the Buddhism meditation – contributes to an experience that nurtures your body, mind, and soul in a way that only Japan can offer.