Bansai

is an elder ninja monk in the Fire Temple as well as the Head Monk of the temple, he is also one of only three known survivors of the Akatsuki attack on the temple.

Appearance
Bansai is an elderly man with a long light grey beard. He also wears the typical ninja monk uniform.

Hidan and Kakuzu Arc
During the attack on the Fire Temple, Bansai had been away from the temple for some time. When Asuma Sarutobi and his team went to the temple to gather information on the Akatsuki attack, Bansai had returned after hearing of the incident. As the team was about to leave, Bansai asked to say a prayer for Asuma and his team's well-being.

Trivia

 * Bansai is currently retired.