Category: RfP Japan

80th Anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bombs, the end of World War II, and the establishment of the UN

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In partnership with RfP Japan, RfP Australia and RfP New Zealand, under the auspice of Religions for Peace Asia, is to remember the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the end of the Second World War, and the establishment of the UN and a rules-based multilateral order. The format will be meetings of two sessions, on two days, a week apart, by Zoom. There will be two meetings to remember and acknowledge the past and its continuing legacies, to raise awareness of the escalating dangers of future nuclear threats, and to initiate and promote religious, spiritual, and moral responses in the ACRP chapters of the participating countries.Please Read more about 80th Anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bombs, the end of World War II, and the establishment of the UN[…]

AI ETHICS FOR PEACE: WORLD RELIGIONS COMMIT TO THE ROME CALL

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Religions for Peace Asia is pleased to annoucne that an historic multi-faith event will take place in Hiroshima, Japan, on July 9th and 10th, 2024, co-organized with Religions for Peace Japan, the Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace, and the Chief Rabbinate of Israel.❖ The event can be followed upon registration:– On July 9th at this link– On July 10th at this link for the first part of the day (at the International Conference Center Hiroshima “Dahlia”)– On July 10th at this link for the second part of the day (at the Peace Memorial Park) For more information, please visit their official website through this link.※The logo belongs to the AI ETHICS FOR PEACE: WORLD RELIGIONS COMMIT Read more about AI ETHICS FOR PEACE: WORLD RELIGIONS COMMIT TO THE ROME CALL[…]

The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable Statement

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Religions for Peace International and Religions for Peace Japan, in partnership with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), concluded the second “Beyond War and Toward Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables” which took place from 19-21 February 2024, in Tokyo, Japan. The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable concluded with the Beyond War and Towards Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables Statement that made commitments “to continue to pray and work multi-religiously towards a culture of peace that advances shared well-being, grounded in respect for the sanctity of life and human dignity.”  We, religious leaders, representatives of diverse faiths, bodies, and religious institutions (Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism) from Colombia, Haiti, India, Israel, Japan, Kenya, Mali, Myanmar, Palestine, Peru, Russia, Spain, Türkiye, Ukraine, and the United States, Read more about The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable Statement[…]

Reflections on The 2nd Tokyo Peace Roundtable

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Reflections on The 2nd Tokyo Peace RoundtableRev. Dr. Yoshinori Shinohara The second Tokyo Peace Roundtable, “Beyond War and Towards Reconciliation: Multi-Religious Peace Roundtables,” was held for three days from February 19 in 2024, organized by Religions for Peace International and Religions for Peace Japan in partnership with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC). Approximately 100 participants from 16 countries, including religious leaders from conflict zones, gathered at the conference. The second roundtable was based on the statement of the first roundtable held in 2022, which called for “religious leaders to build bridges for peacebuilding,” “responsibility for healing communities torn apart by war,” and “continued dialogue to promote cooperation among religious Read more about Reflections on The 2nd Tokyo Peace Roundtable[…]

Announcement: The Second Tokyo Peace Roundtable hosted by RfP International, RfP Japan and UNAOC

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Religions for Peace International and Religions for Peace Japan, with the support of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) will convene diverse religious and faith leaders and actors, policymakers, and experts for the second Multi-Religious Peace Roundtable from 19-21 February 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.REGISTRATION

Religions for Peace Japan：Observation Team Visited Southern Turkey

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We would like to introduce a report by RfP Japan on their observation visit of Southern Turkey.In order to monitor the situation of the area affected by the Turkey-Syria earthquake which occurred in February 2023, and to evaluate the activities of the humanitarian organizations, an observation team of the Disaster Response Task Force of WCRP/RfP Japan visited southern Turkey for a week in late October.Please visit their website to read full report.https://www.wcrp.or.jp/en/turkeyandsyriaearthquake_observation.html

Religions for Peace Japan Youth Committee 50th Anniversary

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The Youth Committee of RfP Japan, which was established on May 15, 1973, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.To commemorate the 50th anniversary, a “Prayer Gathering, Commemorative Ceremony and Symposium” was held on Saturday, May 13 at Sanjusangendo, Rissho Kosei-kai Kyoto Dharma Center and via internet broadcast, with 350 participants.It was an opportunity for the youth generation to gather with their predecessors and seniors who laid the foundation of the Youth Committee, to celebrate the 50th anniversary, and to experience the joy of meeting and talking with each other.We look forward to your continued support for the Youth Committee.

From WCRP/RfP Japan to Prime Minister Kishida- A Recommendations for Hiroshima G7

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On May 15, eight representatives of WCRP/RfP Japan, headed by Ven. Yoshiharu Tomatsu, the Chairperson of the interfaith group, met with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at his official residence in Tokyo. The religious leaders handed him a written recommendation for the G7 Summit meeting in Hiroshima. The recommendations, titled “Aiming for Sustainable Peace Guided by the Spirit of Hiroshima ,” was adopted at an event organized by WCRP/RfP Japan on May 10 in Hiroshima. “I would like to keep in mind the points of this proposal in substantial discussions (at the G7 Summit Meeting in Hiroshima),” Mr. Kishida said.WCRP/RfP Japan says the “Spirit of Hiroshima” is composed of a prayer Read more about From WCRP/RfP Japan to Prime Minister Kishida- A Recommendations for Hiroshima G7[…]

Religions for Peace Japan for G7 Hiroshima Summit Prayer and Symposium by Religious Leaders

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G7 Hiroshima Summit, to be held on May 19-21, 2023, will feature an exchange of views among the leaders of the seven nations on the world economy, regional affairs, and various global issues. In Hiroshima, the “International City of Peace and Culture” chosen as the site for dialogue toward world peace and sustainable development, a “Prayer and Symposium by Religious Leaders” will be held to pray for a peaceful world, reaffirm the roles and efforts of religious leaders, and send a message.＼Venue／ Memorial Cathedral for World Peace4-42 Noborimachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima-city, Hiroshima, Japan 〒730-0016＼Part I／13:00-13:50 (Japan Standard Time)  Multi-Religious Prayer Ceremony for Peace (See your regional time here)＼Part II／ 13:50-17:00 (Japan Standard Read more about Religions for Peace Japan for G7 Hiroshima Summit Prayer and Symposium by Religious Leaders[…]
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