"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...