New infections of the novel coronavirus are still reported from many regions every day, making it essential that we continue to take the measures to curb the further spread of the virus. We have therefore come to a decision to cancel this year’s “Tenrikyo Nioigake Day,” which we usually hold…
The June Monthly Service of Tenrikyo Church Headquarters was performed on the 26th in the Main Sanctuary, with Successor-Designate Daisuke Nakayama serving as chief officiant on behalf of the Shinbashira. Church Headquarters has taken various measures to curb the spread of the new coronavirus. With the state of emergency having…
On July 4, the noon service was performed at the Main Sanctuary to the accompaniment of the wooden clappers for the first time since its announcement on June 24. Despite the rainy weather, Yoboku and followers returned to Jiba in small groups—consisting of their church or family members—and attended the…
In view of the novel coronavirus pandemic and the current social situation, we have come to a decision to cancel the 96th Young Men’s Association Convention, which was scheduled to be held on October 27, 2020. In keeping with this cancellation, the Convention-Eve Festivities have also been canceled. We would…
The Anecdote (Summary) The time was late in the spring of 1881. Kei Matsui had been spending her days and nights in tears for several years because honeycomb-like holes had progressed to the roots of her teeth and had reached the bone. One day the fragrance of the teachings…
Now that the Japanese government has eased the restrictions for crossing prefectural borders throughout Japan, we are anticipating that the number of pilgrims to Jiba will gradually increase. Therefore, starting in July, Church Headquarters will perform the noon services, in which Yoboku and followers returning to Jiba are welcomed to…