Where to Watch Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei Online

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We've listed a number of streaming and cable services - including rental, purchase, and subscription alternatives - along with the availability of 'Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei' on each platform when they are available. Now, before we get into the nitty-gritty of how you can watch 'Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei' right now, here are some details about the documentary flick.

Released December 31st, 2002, 'Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei' stars The movie has a runtime of about 58 min, and received a user score of (out of 100) on TMDb, which compiled reviews from respected users.

Want to know what the movie's about? Here's the plot: "The greatest athletes in the world today are neither the Olympic champions nor the stars of professional sports but the Marathon Monks of Japans sacred Mount Hiei Over a seven year training period these running Buddha figuratively circle the globe on foot During one incredible 100day stretch they cover 525 miles daily twice the length of an Olympic marathon The prize they seek is not a pot of gold but enlightenment in the here and now This documentary program is about one of these amazing men Tanno Kakudo and the magic mountain where he trains It is the philosophy of Tendai Buddhism which inspires him in his quest for the supreme The viewer will learn about the monks deathdefying fast his vegetarian training diet his handmade straw running shoes and other feats of endurance such as the mummifying fire ceremony Based on the book Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei by John Stevens published by Shambala Press"

'Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei' is currently available to rent, purchase, or stream via subscription on Kanopy .