Having trouble with relationships, I went to Eiheiji Temple for training. I saw how the ascetic practices were going there, and I thought it would be nice if I could support the monks in the future.
However, I have no idea where I will meet the monk. How can I get close to the monk?
I know that life at a temple is not an easy one.
As soon as you talk to the family temple, they will find you a partner.
A family temple is a temple that our ancestors have been indebted to for generations.
My name is Yoshida Toshihide from the Soto sect. If you've ever been to Eiheiji, you probably have a relationship. I think Aichi Prefecture has quite a few temples. There are 1200 temples of the Soto sect in Aichi prefecture. It is calculated that less than 10% of all Soto temples are within Aichi prefecture. If you've ever gone to Eiheiji Temple to practice ascetic practices, why not visit a temple that hosts zazen sessions first?
Eiheiji Nagoya Betsuin http://www.sotozen-net.or.jp/zazenlist-fo/shobo-ji-2
Aichi Specialized Nunnery http://www.sotozen-net.or.jp/zazenlist-fo/shobo-ji-2
Other than that, this is a list of temples that hold zazen sessions at Soto sectarian temples in Aichi prefecture.
http://www.sotozen-net.or.jp/zensearch/search.php?paging=10&pnum=1&ken=%E6%84%9B%E7%9F%A5%E7%9C%8C&sanzen=Y&addr=&name =
If a temple regularly hosts zazen sessions, I think they would welcome those who wish to participate. Furthermore, the manners and teaching methods of zazen may differ slightly depending on each temple or chief priest. It may be slightly different from what you experienced at Eiheiji Temple. As the saying goes, “When you enter a village, follow the village,” it is wise to follow the rules of each temple.
For now, while attending zazen sessions, I think I'll be able to experience further encounters with temples.
Recently, it seems that there are also things like joint parties to meet monks. I've also heard that some are hosted by various denominations. I think one way is to search for such things on the internet and participate.
I don't know how you can view monks, but there are various types of monks, and it is conceivable that they are far from the ideal image you have created. Please take a close look at each and every monk and think about it.
There are many monks without wives, so I think there are plenty of opportunities to meet them. I think participating in temple events is one thing.
It would be nice if you were blessed with a good relationship.
There are various systems depending on the denomination,
I think it's also a good idea to search for it on the internet.