Buddhism in Japan

Enso Village Wins Best Senior Housing Community In Builder Magazine's 2021 "Gold Nugget" Awards

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
Japanese art, Buddhism in Japan, Circles, Ensō, Japanese calligraphy, Zenga, Physical geography, El Niño–Southern Oscillation, Aesthetics

"San Francisco Zen Center and Kendal are both 50 years old and share a commitment to deep listening and active collaboration," said Susan O'Connell, Spiritual Director for Enso Village.

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  • "San Francisco Zen Center and Kendal are both 50 years old and share a commitment to deep listening and active collaboration," said Susan O'Connell, Spiritual Director for Enso Village.
  • "It is great to see the spirit of collaboration and consensus be embodied in the process of creating Enso Village - even before breaking ground."
  • Enso Village will offer 221 independent living, 30 assisted living and 24 memory support residences set among rolling hills in wine country.
  • About Enso Village: Enso Village is a Life Plan Community inHealdsburg, CA, with a focus on mindful aging, the joys of nature, environmental stewardship, contemplative care and healthy life choices for adults 60+.

New York Buddhist Church Will Begin New Year's Season Online Events Sunday, Dec. 20

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Buddhism in Japan, Pure Land Buddhism, Buddhism, Jōdo Shinshū, Hongan-ji, Buddhist Churches of America, Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Temples of Canada, Buddhism in the United States, Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii

Earl Ikeda, NYBC resident minister, will be live streamed from the church.

Key Points: 
  • Earl Ikeda, NYBC resident minister, will be live streamed from the church.
  • The New York Buddhist Church (NYBC) is a temple of Jodo Shinshu True Pure Land School Buddhism, whose head temple is Nishi-Hongwanji Temple in Kyoto, Japan.
  • Donations to the New Year's Season online events will provide support to maintain operations.
  • The New York Buddhist Church is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501c (3) of the Internal Revenue code.

Soka Gakkai Joins with ITTO to Support Forest Restoration in Togo, West Africa

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Thursday, July 2, 2020
Buddhism, Religion in Japan, Sōka Gakkai, Nichiren Buddhism, Buddhism in Japan, Members of Sōka Gakkai, Nichiren, Soka School System, Jōsei Toda

The coronavirus pandemic has also caused people to return to rural villages, increasing the strain on forest resources.

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  • The coronavirus pandemic has also caused people to return to rural villages, increasing the strain on forest resources.
  • Mr. Harada commented that the Soka Gakkai is glad to support this project that will bring real benefit to rural women and their families.
  • The Soka Gakkai is a global community-based Buddhist organization that promotes peace, culture and education centered on respect for the dignity of life.
  • The Soka Gakkai has 12 million members around the world, who contribute to society based on the humanistic philosophy of Nichiren Buddhism.

Soka Gakkai Joins with ITTO to Support Forest Restoration in Togo, West Africa

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 2, 2020
Buddhism, Religion in Japan, Sōka Gakkai, Nichiren Buddhism, Buddhism in Japan, Members of Sōka Gakkai, Nichiren, Soka School System, Jōsei Toda

The coronavirus pandemic has also caused people to return to rural villages, increasing the strain on forest resources.

Key Points: 
  • The coronavirus pandemic has also caused people to return to rural villages, increasing the strain on forest resources.
  • Mr. Harada commented that the Soka Gakkai is glad to support this project that will bring real benefit to rural women and their families.
  • The Soka Gakkai is a global community-based Buddhist organization that promotes peace, culture and education centered on respect for the dignity of life.
  • The Soka Gakkai has 12 million members around the world, who contribute to society based on the humanistic philosophy of Nichiren Buddhism.

CoinShares Launches Komainu Venture under CEO's Leadership

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Architecture of Japan, Buddhism in Japan, Buddhist architecture, Komainu, Japanese culture, Visual arts, Architecture

SAINT HELIER, Jersey, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The CoinShares Group (CoinShares) today announced the launch of Komainu , a digital asset custody business for institutional investors, under the leadership of CoinShares' CEO, Jean-Marie Mognetti.

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  • SAINT HELIER, Jersey, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The CoinShares Group (CoinShares) today announced the launch of Komainu , a digital asset custody business for institutional investors, under the leadership of CoinShares' CEO, Jean-Marie Mognetti.
  • The joint venture between CoinShares' parent company, Nomura, and Ledger will expand and strengthen CoinShares' operations across asset management, advisory, and capitalmarkets.
  • Together the team built Komainu, the first hybrid institutional-grade custody platform that could seamlessly integrate with legacy financial technology.
  • Komainu elevates CoinShares' current market footprint by bringing together banking, asset management, and cyber-security expertise.

CoinShares Launches Komainu Venture under CEO's Leadership

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Architecture of Japan, Buddhism in Japan, Buddhist architecture, Komainu, Japanese culture, Visual arts, Architecture

SAINT HELIER, Jersey, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The CoinShares Group (CoinShares) today announced the launch of Komainu , a digital asset custody business for institutional investors, under the leadership of CoinShares' CEO, Jean-Marie Mognetti.

Key Points: 
  • SAINT HELIER, Jersey, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The CoinShares Group (CoinShares) today announced the launch of Komainu , a digital asset custody business for institutional investors, under the leadership of CoinShares' CEO, Jean-Marie Mognetti.
  • The joint venture between CoinShares' parent company, Nomura, and Ledger will expand and strengthen CoinShares' operations across asset management, advisory, and capitalmarkets.
  • Together the team built Komainu, the first hybrid institutional-grade custody platform that could seamlessly integrate with legacy financial technology.
  • Komainu elevates CoinShares' current market footprint by bringing together banking, asset management, and cyber-security expertise.