Part 2 - Meet Eshin! An Ordained Zen Buddhist Monk in Japan (From the USA)

In Part 2 of my interview series, I sit down with my friend Eshin, an American who made the rare and fascinating decision to become an ordained Zen Buddhist monk in Japan. We go beyond the surface and dive deep into what this life is really like. In this video, we cover: • What Zen Buddhist training is actually like (and how intense it can be) • A typical day in the life of a monk in Japan • How much monks actually make (and the reality behind it) • The most difficult parts of training—physically and mentally • Whether Eshin ever wanted to quit—and what kept him going This is an honest, unfiltered look at a path very few people take, especially coming from the United States. If you’ve ever been curious about Buddhism, Japanese culture, or what it means to dedicate your life to something greater, this conversation gives real insight. If you haven’t seen Part 1 yet, make sure to check it out for Eshin’s full story and how he began this journey. Let me know in the comments: What surprised you most about monk life? 👍 Like & Subscribe for more content about life in Japan, unique people, and real stories. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:40 Buddhist Training 06:02 Restrictions in Training 09:22 Wanting to quit?? "Typical" Training Time 12:22 Hardest Part of Training 18:50 Daily Life - How Much do Monks Make? #ZenBuddhism #BuddhistMonk #LifeInJapan #JapanCulture #MonkLife #Buddhism #SpiritualJourney #Zen #ExpatLife #JapanVlog #Eiheiji #Mindfulness #DailyLifeJapan #part2