Introduction of Hikari no Yakata Managers

Hokkaido Region

Hokkaido Sapporo Hikari no Yakata

Tatsuya Hishida

Dōji

Wishing for the Prosperity of Hokkaido, My Beloved Homeland

Since my childhood, Shinji Kyōkai has always been so close to me, and I always thought of becoming a shokuin(staff member) of Kyōkai someday. As I finished school, I started working for my father’s company. But the company was closed just before I turned 40, which naturally led me to a path to become a shokuin as I had intended to for a long time. Since then, I have lived days filled with fulfillment. Having been born and raised in Hokkaido, I sincerely love my homeland. I can say that my will to serve this land and its people is stronger than anyone else. I do hope to share joys of living a happy life with everyone.

Hokkaido Asahikawa Hikari no Yakata

Nobukazu Kobayashi

Dōji

Family’s Happiness that Continues One Generation After Another

When I was in my twenties and hit a dead end in my work, I came across the words of Tomomaruhime Sensei, which gave me hope—“Even though honesty may seem foolish, in Kami’s world, good fortune is always guaranteed.” Even still, I keep in mind that one’s high character is what colors life. I will do my best to help people get their mainstay of life from Kami’s teachings and to help them experience happiness with their families one generation after another.

Obihiro Hikari no Yakata

Nobumi Miyoshi

Dōji

To help every Person’s Life Shine

I have experienced many moving experiences since being posted to Hokkaido. I have come into contact with the vast natural environment and experienced the beauty, abundance, and harshness of each season. I feel a deep sense of gratitude for being given life as a human being. We live in a wonderful time where everyone can live a fulfilling life with their family. I will work wholeheartedly in Obihiro to ensure that every single person can make the most of their given treasure—their unmei—from Kami.

Tohoku Region

Yamagata Hikari no Yakata

Mari Konno

Dōji

For All of You to Experience the Joy of Salvation Here in This Hikari no Yakata

I used to work for a financial institution, which I had been always longing for, and I tried my best to make our customers smile. On the other hand, I felt sad to see a lot of families fighting over money matters. Then, I came to hope to devote myself to the work of propagating more essential principles of becoming happy such as the importance of having the right involvements with one's families. Hikari no Yakata is one of the environments that have fostered me. I will do whatever I can to let all of you experience the joy of salvation through this environment.

Miyagi Hikari no Yakata

Keiko Sakurada

Gūji

Making Use of All My Experiences for My Homeland

People of Miyagi have overcome an unprecedented predicament caused by the great earthquake. But they have overcome the disaster with Kami, and have made the effort to raise their kokoro. And today, they have reached the time of revitalization. I will do my best to make use of all my experiences so that all the people from Miyagi, which is also my birthplace, walk a life of kaiun; so that this sacred place (Hikari no Yakata) with drift of Kami’s purity will be filled with people’s smiles and hopes; so that the land of Miyagi will be filled with families in harmony.

Aomori Hikari no Yakata

Ikuho Ōki

Dōji

Determined to Be of Use to You Wholeheartedly

A child sentenced to life expectancy. A gentleman who has lived a selfish life and lost sight of the future. Things that humans can't do anything about can happen in anyone's life. However, there is always a way for us to overcome anything with hope, and for our hearts to be saved here at Shinji Kyōkai. "I want to be useful to all the shinja and to Kami," The accumulation of this kokoro has made me what I am today. I am determined to be of use to you to the best of my strength.

Fukushima Hikari no Yakata

Takashi Hayashi

Dōji

I Hope to Be of Help and Repay the Love I Have Received

As a student, I used to visit Hikarino Yakata, wanting to overcome human-relation problems. Impressed with the way the shokuin staff members and kakari volunteers served those who were visiting Hikari no Yakata, I got motivated to be of help to someone else, and came to think of becoming a shokuin myself. The last time I was working here in Fukushima Hikari no Yakata, we went through the 3.11 Great Earthquake. And after ten years of working for other Hikari no Yakata, now I am assigned to work here again. I am determined to do my best to serve you, together with my fellows, and to relay the love that has fostered me so warmly.

Akita Hikari no Yakata

Akemi Nakanishi

Dōji

The Principles That People of the World Seek Are Found Here

I have believed in Kami since my childhood. When I grew up I got enrolled as a Shinja on my own initiative. This church has the principles that people of the world seek. I have seen many people who had not yet been enrolled as church members, impressed and deeply saying, “I was moved to tears with the wonderful teachings I found in the official website.” or “I believe these teachings will change lives.” I will do my best to let people in Akita know the values of this environment of Shinji Kyōkai where the mainstay of life can be gained.

Iwate Hikari no Yakata

Sachio Miyatō

Dōji

A School of Happiness That Happiness Is Achieved

My dream of becoming a teacher specializing in Physical Education was cut short when I heard Tomomaruhime Sensei say that this Kyōkai is a School of Happiness. I was deeply moved and impressed by those words and decided to become a staff member and be part of it. It’s been 40 years since then, and I have spent each and every day of it moved and impressed by seeing how people are being saved. I have been here since the opening of this Hikari no Yakata. And the more I share time with everyone here who are so down-to-earth and so compassionate, my wish for everyone’s happiness becomes stronger. I want to do my best to make this come true.

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Kanto Region

Ibaraki Tsuchiura Hikari no Yakata

Takehiro Nakane

Dōji

Reaching Happiness Together in a Warm Environment of Hikari no Yakata

Our family’s connection with Shinji Kyōkai began when my grandmother’s life was saved. I, too, suffered from severe childhood asthma—a condition that could well have cost me my life. Yet, by learning the teachings together as a family, we realized that we could overcome any hurdles and lead a bright, fulfilling life. I will dedicate myself to building a Hikari no Yakata that is warm, inviting, and filled with hope. And at the same time, I want to work together with the people of my hometown, Ibaraki, so that everyone may lead a happy life.

Gunma Hikari no Yakata

Junko Kaneko

Dōji

True Salvation for Everyone

As the saying goes, “It is only human to worry,” and indeed, everyone faces struggles. Yet, we know a way of living that leaves no regrets. My own life has been profoundly uplifted—despite my inherent physical frailty. I am so convinced that “when you walk with Kami, you will be all right no matter what happens,” that I wish I could tell my younger self the very same thing. Our entire staff is here to walk alongside you, so that you, too, may experience true salvation.

Chiba Hikari no Yakata

Yukiko Kikunaga

Dōji

To Help People Become Happy in My Beloved Hometown

“I want to be happy.” Everyone has a strong desire and strives to improve their way of life with Kami ’s teachings. I want to tell people that at the end of your single-minded path, you will find great joy in “changing your kokoro and improving your life.” I will do my best to help each person live the life they deserve in Chiba, the hometown that raised me.

Tochigi Hikari no Yakata

Fumiko Suzuki

Dōji

To Live True to Myself

My father passed away suddenly at the age of 39, and my late mother worked tirelessly for the sake of her three children. Driven by a strong desire to support my family, I found myself living a life where I constantly suppressed my own feelings. However, through the teachings of Kami, I discovered a path to living authentically. Now that I have found Kami’s love and the teachings, knowing the true compass that directs life, I am fully committed to sharing this joy with all of you.

Ibaraki Takahagi Hikari no Yakata

Masahiro Kawamura

Dōji

The Joy where Life Takes a Turn for the Better

My first encounter with the Kyōkai came when my parents registered me as a shinja during my childhood. Back when I was working for a construction company, I used to offer kigan solely to have my own wishes granted. However, as I deepened my understanding, I came to realize that there is a fundamental principle for achieving true happiness—and that living in accordance with it leads to a better life. I am fully committed to doing my utmost to help everyone at the Ibaraki-Takahagi Hikari no Yakata experience the joy of living according to these teachings.

Saitama Hikari no Yakata

Masayoshi Suzuki

Dōji

I Want to Be Helpful for Others

“I want to be helpful for others,” this thought emerged in my heart when I had an encounter with Tomomaruhime Sensei. I was touched and inspired by the love of Tomomaruhime Sensei, and I decided to become a Shokuin. The source of happiness is a family in harmony―　I am here to help you deepen your tie with Kami to create harmony in your family.

Koshinetsu Region

Yamanashi Hikari no Yakata

Michiyo Naitō

Dōji

Cherishing My Encounter, Wanting to Be Close to Each and Every Person I Meet

Kami ’s presence has always been a part of my life. I grew up in a large family, and we always encouraged and supported each other as we overcame many challenges. And what supported us throughout was the teachings of Kami. Yamanashi is my hometown, which helped me grow. I will do my best to help each person in the local area live a life without regrets. And at the same time, experience the greatest joy of having met Shinkon.

Niigata Myōkō Hikari no Yakata

Mitsuru Yamada

Dōji

Never Forget and Walk the Journey of Life in the Love of Kami

Kami’s teachings have been my emotional support since I was a student. I cherish the teaching; it is not what you do but with what kind of kokoro you do. Chuetsuoki earthquake happened in 2007 right before the opening of this Hikari no Yakata. Postponing the opening day was considered at first, but we decided to open without any delay because we went back to think what Chokushi would have said - she would have told us “Shinja needs this place to rise against the natural disaster.” Keep Kami’s love in our mind and walk the journey of life with the support of the teachings.

Nagano Hikari no Yakata

Keiko Masaki

Dōji

Determined to Dedicate My Life I Am Allowed to Live for People’s Happiness

"I am allowed to live." This is what I felt from the bottom of my heart when I survived my cardiac surgery, As Kami teaches us with the term "hōshi (to give back)", I am firmly determined to give back all that I have―my life and my strengths that I am blessed with thanks to many supports―for the sake of people's happiness. I am grateful that, for the first time in thirteen years, I have been assigned again to Nagano, where I started to work again after overcoming the surgery and was warmly welcomed and supported. I will repay all the kindness to the limit of my life.

Niigata Hikari no Yakata

Yūko Shiga

Dōji

The Great Sense of Security You Feel as You Live with Kami

As I learned the importance of the state of kokoro and knew the working of the world at youth class at Shinji Kyōkai, the feeling “I want to be useful” sprout up in my mind and became a staff member of this Kyōkai. I have been in touch with so many people’s lives and have seen how they were saved from worries and sufferings. This is our only one life. I would like to support every one of you to feel the great sense of security living with Kami as you learn the teaching.

Tokai Region

Shizuoka Yaizu Hikari no Yakata

Yuki Itō

Dōji

Refining our Way of Life Together to Find Happiness

I have experienced just how much our own inner strength is unlocked when we devote ourselves to bringing smiles to our families' faces and fostering mutual trust and respect. Underlying this is the presence of Kami, who embodies the vital force of life and shows us a way of living that draws that power forth. Here in Shizuoka—a place with which we share a special bond—our entire staff stands ready to walk alongside you, helping us all refine our way of life and attain true happiness.

Aichi Hikari no Yakata

Takayuki Sakuraba

Dōji

I Will Be Here for Your Happiness

I used to work as a foster care social worker and live with children 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. However, I experienced that human love, by itself, could not help the well-being of children, and realized that they needed to know the principles of life and touch the love of Kami. I was convinced that the environment of Shinji Kyōkai where they can learn the principles of life to attain true happiness was a must. If you live with the principles, you will attain happiness. I will be here for you to make it happen in your life.

Shizuoka Izunokuni Hikari no Yakata

Nobuko Tsuchiya

Dōji

Pass Down the Place of Salvation to the Next Generation

I fought an invisible disease, and was saved by Kami. I have never forgot the pledge I made; “I will definitely give back to Kami ! ” This area has been struck by many natural disasters, but because we have Hikari no Yakata, we can live in a sense of security. I would like to tell people the worth of the place of salvation strongly, and protect and pass down this place to the next generation.

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Hokuriku Region

Ishikawa Komatsu Hikari no Yakata

Ikuko Nōda

Dōji

Utilizing All of our Experiences and Aiming Together to Achieve Kaiun

I was inspired to be proactive by the words of Tomomaruhime Sensei: "I want you to rise and challenge." The environment that nurtured within me a spirit of salvation—a desire to do more for others—was my hometown’s Ishikawa Komatsu HIkari no Yakata. I can say with absolute certainty that no matter what difficulties arise, if one lives according to the teachings, one’s life will surely take a turn for the better. Drawing upon all the experience I have gained as a staff member, I will devote myself wholeheartedly to helping everyone in this community to walk a path to achieve kaiun.

Fukui Hikari no Yakata

Masako Ogawa

Gūji

To Become the Ever-Warm Hikari no Yakata

It was in Fukui that our family first encountered Shinji Kyōkai. My late mother fell ill while out one day, and the person who kindly reached out to help her turned out to be a shinja. Touched by that person's kindness and hearing about the teachings, we began our journey as a shinja. At Hikari no Yakata—a place where we can closely connect with fellow shinja and their families—I am dedicated to doing my absolute best with the utmost warmth, so that everyone can experience true happiness together as a family.

Ishikawa Tsubata Hikari no Yakata

Michiko Itō

Dōji

Realizing the Love of Kami and to Live Each Step of the Way with Kami

I’ve always had a sense of insecurity and sadness in my kokoro. But Shinji was what wrapped my kokoro with such gentleness. The more the teachings are learned, you will start to see your shortcomings and what you need, and experience the salvation of the kokoro. This is the love of Kami, and this is the means to fundamentally change how you live your life. As you do this, even sufferings in your life become the treasure that colors your life. Let us walk our life with Kami and reach true happiness.

Kansai Region

Hyogo Hikari no Yakata

Noriko Matsumoto

Gūji

Wishing People Would Live Life with Hopes and Dreams

My mother, who always had to clench her teeth in life because she didn’t want to lose, met with Kami and started to have more smiles. Although our environment did not change, our kokoro was relieved. Although you may be in the midst of an unchangeable situation, there is a way to live differently. And that is why I want people to continue to live with hopes and dreams. This is my thoughts and reasons I am taking part to realizing salvation. Hoping that more and more families will enjoy conversations talking about their dreams, I would dedicate myself to walk along with you to bring more smiles among people.

Osaka Hikari no Yakata

Yūji Suzuki

Gūji

To Give Everyone Joy of Living by the Kami’s Teachings and a Peace of Mind

I became a shokuin as I felt I should never betray the love of Chokushi, and I wanted to be a shokuin like my parents who served for everyone. Facing and focusing on serious situations of people’s lives, my reason for living is to see people smile released from worries, and experience the pleasure of learning Kami’s teachings. As a person charmed by deep meaning of Kami’s teachings, I would like everyone to experience this joy of learning and a peace of mind.

Chugoku/Shikoku Region

Hiroshima Hikari no Yakata

Yoshie Takahashi

Dōji

To a Hikari no Yakata, where Great Awareness is Given

Hiroshima Hikari no Yakata opened at a time when I needed it most. I was deeply troubled and desperately sought help. I had an awareness that completely transformed my values, and the love of the local community comforted me, helping me regain my confidence in life. Now that I have returned to our local Hikari no Yakata, I will do my utmost with gratitude to ensure that everyone can live a life without regrets.

Ehime Hikari no Yakata

Keisuke Hagio

Gūji

To Become a Bridge between Kami and Shinja so That Everyone Will Live with Hope

During my assignment in Tohoku region, we underwent the 3.11 Great Earthquake. It was "hope"―what Chokushi wished to give to everyone―that became the driving force for many behind the recovery of a devastating experience. No matter what happens, when you live with Ōyamanezunomikoto who gives hope, you will surely live out your days positively. I am determined to become a bridge between Kami and shinja so that everyone in my home town, Ehime region can experience this without fail.

Kagawa Hikari no Yakata

Masaki Kusano

Dōji

So Everyone Can Have Hope

I grew up in a big family—always surrounded by smiles. At Gyokunō Hōju (church funeral) for my grandmother, there were many voices to commemorate her and thank her. I truly experienced a ceremony dedicated to celebrating life. And it was a moment when sadness turned to gratitude. At church, no matter how sad your heart may be, light always shines through. Always. We will welcome shinja, so that hope may spread from Hikari no Yakata to the home of each and every family.

Kyushu/Okinawa Region

Saga Hikari no Yakata

Hiromi Matsuura

Gūji

Resetting My Kokoro for Salvation, Along with the Hikari no Yakata

When I was worrying about what I should with my career path, my path to become a shokuin opened up as if something was guiding me. Kami gave me a place to live for me who have wished to be useful for people in need and have felt happiness making people smile. People at Saga region have passion to tell the existence of Kami wishing happiness of humanity. I would like to reset my kokoro along with reborn Saga Hikari no Yakata and work on salvation.

Nagasaki Hikari no Yakata

Hisako Nogata

Dōji

Make the Best of My Life for Your Happiness

Every time when I see people whose life are changed for the better through learning Shinji, I feel the deep love of Kami and the greatness of the power that Shinji have. I, myself, could get over my illness through reading Shinji—I was once told that I would not be able to continue to work. Shinji anchored my kokoro, and the kokoro improved my health. I strongly wish to make the best of my given life to people in Nagasaki with a sense of responsibility and love.

Kumamoto Hikari no Yakata

Naomi Ishimaru

Gūji

Aiming to Live with the Teachings in Mind

When I first started as a staff member, I visited Kumamoto several times. I want everyone who has a connection with this place to feel a sense of security as their kokoro comes together and connects with their families, relatives, and friends. And to see the joy and happiness spread... My role is to support and help each person live their life with Kami ’s teachings in mind. Let's explore ways to polish our kokoro together to make our lives shine.

Kagoshima Hikari no Yakata

Shinobu Deguchi

Dōji

Dedicating My Life for True Salvation

While working as a nurse, I learned that the length of one’s life does not determine happiness or unhappiness, and you can see how a person lived their life at the very end. I want to be of service as a staff member in providing true salvation so that people will not have regrets in life. I want all people who seek happiness to have a bright and positive spirit... Here in Kagoshima, I want to treasure my encounters and interact warmly.

Fukuoka Hikari no Yakata

Toyoka Ogi

Dōji

Moving Forward Together Toward Kaiun

There was a time when my father was stationed in Munakata, and I often heard my parents speak about the Fukuoka Hikari no Yakata. It is a magnificent place surrounded by beautiful nature. I am deeply grateful for the connection that has brought me here and for the opportunity to interact with all of you. Our entire staff is dedicated to welcoming visitors with sincerity, ensuring that everyone who comes here gains something meaningful, moves forward toward a brighter future, and always leaves with a smile.

Oita Hikari no Yakata

Haruyo Hasegawa

Dōji

Live with Kami Wishing the Salvation of Each and Every One of Us

The very first commemorative event I experienced as a shokuin was the opening of Oita Hikari no Yakata. I remember I was moved to tears with the feeling “More people will be saved in Oita region.” Shinji Kyōkai is the environment where your kokoro changes and your life changes. I am sure that every experience including rough times in your life will be the food for the future. I will walk alongside you with the pledge I made when I became a shokuin, “I will cherish every moment and every encounter.”

Miyazaki Hikari no Yakata

Hiroshi Agui

Dōji

Spread the Path to Become Happy

I had engaged in a work related to water and soil in order to support the food consumption. At that time, what I realized was the greatness of Kami, nature that is beyond human understanding. It is immeasurable how many people will be saved as the power of Kami dwells in this region. I believe that Kami entrusted the role of shokuin to me. I will spread the path to achieve happiness to my loving hometown telling “Everyone can live out their life without regrets if they live abiding by the way of life Kami shows.”

Okinawa Hikari no Yakata

Nobuhide Sano

Dōji

So that You Can Feel that Your Kokoro Has Changed

I had always struggled with socializing, and thought it was okay to only get along with people I naturally get along with. However, Shinji truly helped me change and deepen my connections with people. If you put the teachings to use, your kokoro will definitely change. Okinawa is my seventh Hikari no Yakata to be assigned. I have had many necessary encounters, which have brought me to where I am today. I will do my utmost to help people experience a change of their kokoro and true salvation.

North America

Florida Office, USA

Yoshie Aihara

Gūji

Giving Back to My Two Beloved Countries—US & Japan

As a Japanese descent born and raised in the US, my life has encountered many people from various cultures and backgrounds. Privileged with and supported by many friendships, my ties to both the US and Japan have grown immensely in my heart. I hope to be here for our members in North America as well as to introduce a life lived with principles shown by the true Kami. This is how I want to repay to all the love I have received in my life.

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