"With the Divine Spirit of Asahi Hanasaki."

📘 Vol. 2 Title (English) "Science Only Understands 1%!? The Illusion Created by Logic and the Importance of Thinking for Yourself" ■ What is "Koshinto" (Ancient Shinto)? Ultimately, Koshinto boils down to two simple things: Nature Worship : Expressing gratitude to the Great Nature—the sun, the moon, the mountains, and the seas. Ancestor Veneration : Remembering and honoring our ancestors. That is all. It requires no complex knowledge or large sums of money. Simply remembering a forgotten loved one in your heart is a beautiful act of memorial. We are alive today because countless ancestors existed before us. And yet, why is it that we are becoming unable to notice and appreciate the Nature and ancestors that are always there for us? ■ The "Illusion" Created by Logic and Theories Originally, agriculture, science, religion, medicine, law, and philosophy were all subjects of faith—they were all interconnected as one. However, we humans began to interpret the...

[Series] Vol. 1: Did the Real Meaning of "Wa" Actually Mean "God"? The Spirit Dwelling in Objects and the Heart of Japan 　Hello there! Out of the blue, how do you feel when you hear the phrase, "Japan is the land of Wa (harmony)"? Actually, the true meaning of this word " Wa " is " God. " You might be thinking, "Uh, what are you talking about today?" But please bear with me for a moment. ■ The Abundance of " Wa " All Around Us In Japan, there are countless words that start with " Wa ." Washitsu (traditional Japanese rooms) Wafuku (traditional Japanese clothing / kimono) Washoku (traditional Japanese food) There are so many examples that it's impossible to count them all. Moreover, traditional Japanese goods and souvenirs characterized by this style of " Wa " are incredibly popular among tourists visiting Japan from abroad. ■ Why " Wamono " (Japanese Goods) Are Masterpieces No mat...

The Sacred Sanctuary: A Prayer for the Departed Souls of Children Recently, I feel that many people are letting go of the precious souls (Mitama) entrusted to them by the Divine. In my daily work, I encounter many who carry the silent presence of "Mizuko"—children who could not be born. Each person has their own circumstances—be it youth, economic hardship, or complex relationships. Yet, regardless of the reason, I wish for at least one thing: that you never neglect the memorial offering for these souls. What we call Mizuko Kuyo (memorial services for unborn children) is practiced by very few today. Whether people believe that a soul without a physical body is irrelevant, I cannot understand. However, I often see a common thread among those who repeat this cycle: a lack of prayer or even a lack of concern for these spirits. To them, I speak not just of the spiritual, but of the biological miracle. Before a child is conceived in the mother’s womb (the "Sacred Grove"...

Gratitude for the Blessing of Water The stars shining in the night sky Are in love with the water, glowing with its light. The ancients knew this truth; Guided by the starlight as their mark, They sought the earth where water springs forth, Sowing various seeds within the Sacred Groves. Do not defile the water; do not stain the water. Strictly forbidding the entry of man, They offered their gratitude and worshipped the water. How precious the water truly is— The very source of human life. How sorrowful it is, that so few remember this today. Water bestows its blessings upon all things, Without pride or competition, flowing with a gentle heart, Yielding itself to follow the path downward. Yet, when necessary, it shall exorcise all; When necessary, it shall purify all. Do not defile it; do not stain it. To defile the water is to wither your own spirit. To stain the water is to turn the very heavens wild. Live with a heart as pure as water; be as humble as the stream. Without resistance, ...