Seeing Buddhist monks praying on Tokyo’s streets never fails to fascinate, as they look so far removed from the reality around them, that they somehow seem to fit in — sort of.
Yet this man struck me — and clearly others — more than most. Not, however, due to his presence on a busy corner. Or indeed the soothing sound of his bell. But instead, his strangely unsettling stare.
James says
you know a lot of these guys just go buy a suit and collect money. some aren’t priests at all.
James says
oops, i just read the previous monk post… you said the same thing. oh well.
Lee says
No worries James. I don’t have any proof either way, but I’d like to know how many are legit. And how much money they can expect to get in a day.
Lizzy says
That is a rather disturbing expression. Not one I would concider “monk like” at all . . . . more serial killer/stalkerish. *shudders* My apologies to him if it’s just the setting of his face.
Lee says
If felt a bit bad too Lizzy, but at the same time, he did unsettle me somewhat…