The Path to Peace column in this summer newsletter features an essay by Ven. Shunkai Hosono, President, Tendai Buddhist Denomination, titled “Passing on the Spirit of Dialogue and Prayer to the Next Generation.” This newsletter also introduces reports on the Facilitator Training Seminar for Peace and Reconciliation held in spring, the 3rd Tokyo Peace Roundtable convened in July, and updates on support for earthquake relief in Myanmar.
The Path to Peace column in this April newsletter features an essay by Mr. Tsunetaka Tanaka, representative of Japanese Trustees which is a local organization of International Trustees of WCRP International Trustees, titled “The Pride of Supporting WCRP.” This newsletter also includes reports on the 51st Board of Directors Meeting, the Peace University Lecture Series, the Study Session on Life (Inochi), and the Emergency Statement and Adoption concerning the Escalating Number of Landmine Victims in Myanmar. Additionally, it introduces Ven. Shunkai Hosono, President, Tendai Buddhist Denomination who has newly joined the board.
This booklet presents the “Agenda 2030” developed by Religions for Peace (WCRP) Japan to address the increasingly serious global challenges of our time. It aligns with international frameworks such as the SDGs while incorporating the newly adopted goals of the WCRP International as well as initiatives responding to key issues within Japan.
(A5 size / 34 pages / Free of charge)
This volume features a special section on the 2020 Peace University Lecture Series under the theme “Connected Lives and Their Future — Expectations for Women Religious Leaders” and includes articles presented by the Peace Research Group.
(A5 size / 219 pages / Price: ¥800, tax included)
This report presents the proceedings and declaration of the ACRP 9th General Assembly, held in 2021 in Tokyo and online under the theme “Asian Religious Communities in Action: Moving towards and Inclusive, Healthy, Prosperous, Peaceful Asia”
(A5 size / 104 pages / Price: ¥700, tax included)
LPublished as part of WCRP’s 50th anniversary projects, this book is written by Mr. Noun Vannak (commonly known as “Phnom”), a former Cambodian refugee. It recounts his connection with the Religions for Peace (WCRP) Japan and his heartfelt aspirations for peace.
(228 pages / Price: ¥1,000, tax included / Shipping: ¥370 for up to 2 copies, ¥520 for up to 4 copies, free shipping for 5 or more copies)
This volume compiles the peace studies articles presented in 2019 under the research theme “Practicing Compassion: Connected Lives for a Shared Future.”
(A5 size / 145 pages / Price: ¥800)
This report documents the proceedings and declaration of the 10th World Assembly, held in 2019 in Lindau, Germany, under the theme “Practicing Compassion: Connected Lives for a Shared Future.”
(A5 size / 117 pages / Price: ¥800)
Published by the Women’s Committee of Religions for Peace Japan, this guide is designed for religious facilities that may serve as evacuation centers during disasters. It encourages preparedness for welcoming persons with special needs and is organized into three sections: advance preparations, practical measures during a disaster, and reference materials for implementation.
(A4 size / 37 pages / Price: ¥500)
Published as part of WCRP’s 40th anniversary initiatives, this volume traces the journey of the organization from its founding up to 2006, highlighting its efforts and achievements in promoting peace through interreligious collaboration.
(A5 size / 367 pages / Price: ¥2,000)
This volume compiles a special series originally published in the WCRP newsletter to commemorate the our 40th anniversary. It features not only Japanese pioneers but also many international religious leaders who, as partners of the Religions for Peace (WCRP) Japan, devoted themselves to interreligious dialogue and cooperation.
(A5 size / 309 pages / Price: ¥1,500)
This report compiles the outcomes of three key initiatives: Roundtable Discussion on Reconciliation and Peace Prospects for Shared Security in Afghanistan” (Tokyo, 2009), Islam Religious Leaders’ Discussion~For Better Understanding of Islam: Peace and Non-Violence~ (Kyoto, 2010), and the public symposium Dialogue between Japanese Religions and Islam — The Spirit of Mahoroba and the Islamic Perspective on Peace.
(A5 size / 68 pages / Price: ¥700)