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Proud to bring speakers from across the globe
Tadao Yamaguchi (Japan)
Founder of Jikiden Reiki Institute
“My mother, Chiyoko Yamaguchi, first learned Reiki in 1938 from Chujiro Hayashi sensei. She spent the whole of her life treating others and perfecting the art of using Reiki in the simplest and most effective way, as Chujiro Hayashi did. I have been treating people since 1965 and when my mother and I started Jikiden Reiki seminars we wanted to help people understand that it is so simple that anyone can treat others easily. The aim of Jikiden Reiki seminars is to enable people to learn practical Reiki that has been proven by experience to be very effective.
Of course there are other aspects to Jikiden Reiki. The broadening of spiritual awareness is also an important concept. I think the beauty of Jikiden Reiki is that it can appeal to everyone. Its emphasis is on treatment, and so those people who do not feel they want to get into “spirituality” can easily accept and use Jikiden Reiki. Those who are spiritually aware and looking for more will also be delighted with the effect Jikiden Reiki has on their lives.”
“My mother, Chiyoko Yamaguchi, first learned Reiki in 1938 from Chujiro Hayashi sensei. She spent the whole of her life treating others and perfecting the art of using Reiki in the simplest and most effective way, as Chujiro Hayashi did. I have been treating people since 1965 and when my mother and I started Jikiden Reiki seminars we wanted to help people understand that it is so simple that anyone can treat others easily. The aim of Jikiden Reiki seminars is to enable people to learn practical Reiki that has been proven by experience to be very effective.
Of course there are other aspects to Jikiden Reiki. The broadening of spiritual awareness is also an important concept. I think the beauty of Jikiden Reiki is that it can appeal to everyone. Its emphasis is on treatment, and so those people who do not feel they want to get into “spirituality” can easily accept and use Jikiden Reiki. Those who are spiritually aware and looking for more will also be delighted with the effect Jikiden Reiki has on their lives.”
Frank Arjava Petter (Greece)
Vice representative of Jikden Reiki Institute, Reiki historian and an auther.
Arjava Petter, international best seller author of "Reiki Fire", "Reiki, the Legacy of Dr. Usui", "The Original Reiki Handbook of Dr. Mikao Usui", co-author of "The Spirit of Reiki", "Reiki Best Practices", "The Hayashi Reiki- Manual","Reiki ganz Klar", "This is Reiki" and "One with Reiki".
Thank you for the many years of support and love that you have showered upon me. I am committed to sharing my research into Japanese Reiki history and practice as well as new and old ways to expand your heart/mind- and- Reiki practice.
Reiki, as conceived and taught by Usui Sensei in the early 1920’s is ultimately a path of enlightened action. Always remember that body, heart, mind, soul and Universe are One. All it takes is for you to realize the obvious, and be free. In every moment, life gives you another chance to realize your potential. Say yes...
Reiki, Usui Sensei's legacy, has spread like a wild fire across the Earth. That is one reason I titled my first book on Reiki, Reiki Fire! Another reason was that Reiki burns all separation. In all continents Reiki is practiced regardless of the practitioners religion, creed, race or social status.
The development of Reiki is so far unprecedented in the history of mankind and the power of this enormous energy can be used creatively to raise the level of consciousness on our lovely planet. Let's go to work and spread love, compassion and wellbeing, together.
As the Vice Representative of the Jikiden Reiki Institute, Kyoto, I teach almost exclusively Jikiden Reiki, except for the occasional Family Constellation workshops or Meditation Retreats.
If you would like to spend some time with me please refer to my schedule below, am very much looking forward to getting to know you!
http://www.frankarjavapetter.com/
Arjava Petter, international best seller author of "Reiki Fire", "Reiki, the Legacy of Dr. Usui", "The Original Reiki Handbook of Dr. Mikao Usui", co-author of "The Spirit of Reiki", "Reiki Best Practices", "The Hayashi Reiki- Manual","Reiki ganz Klar", "This is Reiki" and "One with Reiki".
Thank you for the many years of support and love that you have showered upon me. I am committed to sharing my research into Japanese Reiki history and practice as well as new and old ways to expand your heart/mind- and- Reiki practice.
Reiki, as conceived and taught by Usui Sensei in the early 1920’s is ultimately a path of enlightened action. Always remember that body, heart, mind, soul and Universe are One. All it takes is for you to realize the obvious, and be free. In every moment, life gives you another chance to realize your potential. Say yes...
Reiki, Usui Sensei's legacy, has spread like a wild fire across the Earth. That is one reason I titled my first book on Reiki, Reiki Fire! Another reason was that Reiki burns all separation. In all continents Reiki is practiced regardless of the practitioners religion, creed, race or social status.
The development of Reiki is so far unprecedented in the history of mankind and the power of this enormous energy can be used creatively to raise the level of consciousness on our lovely planet. Let's go to work and spread love, compassion and wellbeing, together.
As the Vice Representative of the Jikiden Reiki Institute, Kyoto, I teach almost exclusively Jikiden Reiki, except for the occasional Family Constellation workshops or Meditation Retreats.
If you would like to spend some time with me please refer to my schedule below, am very much looking forward to getting to know you!
http://www.frankarjavapetter.com/
Amanda Jayne (England)
Jikiden Reiki Dai Shihan
Amanda Jayne found Chiyoko Yamaguchi and the origins of Reiki in 2002 quite by chance whilst she was living and working in Japan.
Having worked in the mental health sector in the UK, Amanda decided to follow a different approach to health and began looking for a Reiki teacher. She couldn’t find the teacher that felt right to her and eventually gave up her search, only to find Chiyoko and Tadao Yamaguchi right on her doorstep in Kyoto, Japan!
She studied to Shihan-kaku level with Chiyoko Yamaguchi and after her passing, continued to learn with Tadao Yamaguchi until she left Japan in 2006. Since then she has been enjoying teaching and treating people with Jikiden Reiki across the world.
In 2009 Amanda gained a Masters in Spiritual Psychology and in 2012 became a Heart Circle facilitator. She had two books published in 2018 and is currently writing a book about Jikiden Reiki.
Amanda Jayne found Chiyoko Yamaguchi and the origins of Reiki in 2002 quite by chance whilst she was living and working in Japan.
Having worked in the mental health sector in the UK, Amanda decided to follow a different approach to health and began looking for a Reiki teacher. She couldn’t find the teacher that felt right to her and eventually gave up her search, only to find Chiyoko and Tadao Yamaguchi right on her doorstep in Kyoto, Japan!
She studied to Shihan-kaku level with Chiyoko Yamaguchi and after her passing, continued to learn with Tadao Yamaguchi until she left Japan in 2006. Since then she has been enjoying teaching and treating people with Jikiden Reiki across the world.
In 2009 Amanda gained a Masters in Spiritual Psychology and in 2012 became a Heart Circle facilitator. She had two books published in 2018 and is currently writing a book about Jikiden Reiki.
Gabrielle Gietzen (Canada)
Jikiden Reiki Dai Shihan
Gabrielle Gietzen lives close to Halifax in Nova Scotia, Canada. She practices and teaches Jikiden Reiki mostly out of a cottage on her property on the ocean which she named “The Healing Space”.
She introduced Jikiden Reiki to the Health Care system in Halifax by volunteering sessions with her dedicated Reiki team to Cancer patients and their caregivers. She also trains Shihan Kaku students in other locations in Canada.
In her former life in Germany she was a civil engineer, naturopath and grief counsellor. She moved with her husband and son to Canada in 1997.
She started learning JR from Tadao Yamaguchi Sensei in 2005 at Frank Arjava Petter’s place in Duesseldorf, became Shihan in 2007 and was honoured with Dai Shihan status in Kyoto in 2012.
She feels honoured to have organized seminars in Halifax for Tadao Yamaguchi Sensei on a yearly basis since 2008.
She is the president of the Jikiden Reiki Association of Canada, which was founded in 2010.
Gabrielle Gietzen lives close to Halifax in Nova Scotia, Canada. She practices and teaches Jikiden Reiki mostly out of a cottage on her property on the ocean which she named “The Healing Space”.
She introduced Jikiden Reiki to the Health Care system in Halifax by volunteering sessions with her dedicated Reiki team to Cancer patients and their caregivers. She also trains Shihan Kaku students in other locations in Canada.
In her former life in Germany she was a civil engineer, naturopath and grief counsellor. She moved with her husband and son to Canada in 1997.
She started learning JR from Tadao Yamaguchi Sensei in 2005 at Frank Arjava Petter’s place in Duesseldorf, became Shihan in 2007 and was honoured with Dai Shihan status in Kyoto in 2012.
She feels honoured to have organized seminars in Halifax for Tadao Yamaguchi Sensei on a yearly basis since 2008.
She is the president of the Jikiden Reiki Association of Canada, which was founded in 2010.
Kazumi Oishi (Japan)
Jikiden Reiki Shihan
Born in Okinawa, Japan.
Kaminchu or Okinawan shaman. (Female oracle.)
Jikiden Reiki Shihan. Reflexiologist.
Practitioner of Miahara Life-prolonging Methods (Bodywork therapist specializing in treating muscles).
***Women with exceptionally high spiritual power are called kaminchu (神人) in Okinawa region (former Ryukyu Kingdom) in Japan.
Kazumi has learned Jikiden Reiki with late Chiyoko Yamaguchi sensei. She will be speaking about the memories of Chiyoko sensei and the establishment of Jikiden Reiki from its early time. With her knowledge of being a Kaminchu, she will give her speech about the misunderstanding between Reiki and Reibai (psychic), how important to understand the foundation of Reiki therapy is a physical treatment and explain the deep connection with the Ancient Shinto.
Further profile of Kazumi - - -
Until 130 years ago, Okinawa was a small island country called the Ryukyu Kingdom. The people living there were called the Ryukyu people. In 1872 due to political reasons, The Ryukyu Kingdom was renamed Okinawa and was integrated to Japan.
(The indigenous people of Japan are the Ainu and the Ryukyu.)
Spirituality of Okinawa:
The Spirit world of Okinawa is animism.
There are 3 types of psychic medium in Okinawa, Yuta, Noro and Kaminchu. Kaminchu are born psychics and each one carries a different spiritual role. Kazumi is one of Kaminchu who can communicate with higher energy and she uses the physical body to receive messages from the past and makes predictions and gives prophecies about the future. (similar to a Miko in Shinto)
Kaminchu and served the Ryukyu Kingdom and the Kami and thus were highly respected by the people. Kaminchu normally does not appear in front of the people. (They work behind the scenes).
Kazumi has been receiving oracles regarding the future of the Earth and Mankind and has been conducting prayers and ceremonies.
She has conducted prayers and ceremonies with the Mayan elder,
Don Alejandro, as well as the 13 Grandmothers, Arawakan tribe, Wiwa tribe, Kankuamo tribe and the Kogi Mamos (Spiritual leaders) of Columbia.
In accordance with the oracle she receives, Kazumi has been travelling around the world communicating with Kami and giving prayers and conducting ceremonies. Her next trip is to England as one of the wisdom keeper.
Born in Okinawa, Japan.
Kaminchu or Okinawan shaman. (Female oracle.)
Jikiden Reiki Shihan. Reflexiologist.
Practitioner of Miahara Life-prolonging Methods (Bodywork therapist specializing in treating muscles).
***Women with exceptionally high spiritual power are called kaminchu (神人) in Okinawa region (former Ryukyu Kingdom) in Japan.
Kazumi has learned Jikiden Reiki with late Chiyoko Yamaguchi sensei. She will be speaking about the memories of Chiyoko sensei and the establishment of Jikiden Reiki from its early time. With her knowledge of being a Kaminchu, she will give her speech about the misunderstanding between Reiki and Reibai (psychic), how important to understand the foundation of Reiki therapy is a physical treatment and explain the deep connection with the Ancient Shinto.
Further profile of Kazumi - - -
Until 130 years ago, Okinawa was a small island country called the Ryukyu Kingdom. The people living there were called the Ryukyu people. In 1872 due to political reasons, The Ryukyu Kingdom was renamed Okinawa and was integrated to Japan.
(The indigenous people of Japan are the Ainu and the Ryukyu.)
Spirituality of Okinawa:
The Spirit world of Okinawa is animism.
There are 3 types of psychic medium in Okinawa, Yuta, Noro and Kaminchu. Kaminchu are born psychics and each one carries a different spiritual role. Kazumi is one of Kaminchu who can communicate with higher energy and she uses the physical body to receive messages from the past and makes predictions and gives prophecies about the future. (similar to a Miko in Shinto)
Kaminchu and served the Ryukyu Kingdom and the Kami and thus were highly respected by the people. Kaminchu normally does not appear in front of the people. (They work behind the scenes).
Kazumi has been receiving oracles regarding the future of the Earth and Mankind and has been conducting prayers and ceremonies.
She has conducted prayers and ceremonies with the Mayan elder,
Don Alejandro, as well as the 13 Grandmothers, Arawakan tribe, Wiwa tribe, Kankuamo tribe and the Kogi Mamos (Spiritual leaders) of Columbia.
In accordance with the oracle she receives, Kazumi has been travelling around the world communicating with Kami and giving prayers and conducting ceremonies. Her next trip is to England as one of the wisdom keeper.
Takashi Terajima(Japan)
National licenced Acpuncturist
Jikiden Reiki Shihan
Takashi has had a close connection to Buddhism since his childhood. He learned Buddhism at a neighborhood temple since elementary school. Currently, he has priest status in the Shingon sect of Buddhism. (This means he can be a buddhist monk but chose his career as acupuncture/moxibustion/Anma massage therapist.)
He has been interested in studying "the transition of political philosophy and religious culture in modern Japan history" since junior high school. Eventually he started to notice that there were some modern Japanese healing techniques existing in Japan called "Reijutsu which used a completely different approach than western medicine. These techniques such as Usui Reiki Ryoho, Taireido, Reisho Jutsu used spiritism/unseen force” to heal people.
He then realized that there used to be a title called “Reijutsu-ka, a person who applies the technique of spiritism/unseen force” to make use of those techniques.
During the time when he was researching about Reijutsu, he was introduced to Western Reiki, entered a school of acupuncture and trained in Yoshida Anma Massage method, a Japanese traditional massage technique.
In 2001, after passing the national examinations in acupuncture, moxibustion, and Anma massage, he looked for a way to improve his Reiki technique so he could use it as part of his treatment service. He encountered Jikiden Reiki and began training with Chiyoko Yamaguchi sensei and Tadao Yamaguchi sensei.
He received a Shihankaku certificate from Chiyoko sensei in 2002 and he served as an assistant to Tadao sensei at the very first Tokyo seminar after Chiyoko sensei passed away in 2003.
Since then, he continues to serve as Tadao sensei ’s assistant at the Jikiden Reiki Tokyo healing center. He holds a monthly free trial session on behalf of the Jikiden Reiki Institute, and continues to study Reiki Ryoho on a daily basis.
He will be speaking about the memory of Chiyoko sensei, the development of the Jikiden Reiki Institute, religious culture and Reiki in modern Japanese history, and some discussion of Senju Kannon (Quan Yin with 100 hands) from his experience as a trained buddhist monk.
Jikiden Reiki Shihan
Takashi has had a close connection to Buddhism since his childhood. He learned Buddhism at a neighborhood temple since elementary school. Currently, he has priest status in the Shingon sect of Buddhism. (This means he can be a buddhist monk but chose his career as acupuncture/moxibustion/Anma massage therapist.)
He has been interested in studying "the transition of political philosophy and religious culture in modern Japan history" since junior high school. Eventually he started to notice that there were some modern Japanese healing techniques existing in Japan called "Reijutsu which used a completely different approach than western medicine. These techniques such as Usui Reiki Ryoho, Taireido, Reisho Jutsu used spiritism/unseen force” to heal people.
He then realized that there used to be a title called “Reijutsu-ka, a person who applies the technique of spiritism/unseen force” to make use of those techniques.
During the time when he was researching about Reijutsu, he was introduced to Western Reiki, entered a school of acupuncture and trained in Yoshida Anma Massage method, a Japanese traditional massage technique.
In 2001, after passing the national examinations in acupuncture, moxibustion, and Anma massage, he looked for a way to improve his Reiki technique so he could use it as part of his treatment service. He encountered Jikiden Reiki and began training with Chiyoko Yamaguchi sensei and Tadao Yamaguchi sensei.
He received a Shihankaku certificate from Chiyoko sensei in 2002 and he served as an assistant to Tadao sensei at the very first Tokyo seminar after Chiyoko sensei passed away in 2003.
Since then, he continues to serve as Tadao sensei ’s assistant at the Jikiden Reiki Tokyo healing center. He holds a monthly free trial session on behalf of the Jikiden Reiki Institute, and continues to study Reiki Ryoho on a daily basis.
He will be speaking about the memory of Chiyoko sensei, the development of the Jikiden Reiki Institute, religious culture and Reiki in modern Japanese history, and some discussion of Senju Kannon (Quan Yin with 100 hands) from his experience as a trained buddhist monk.
Mari Okazaki (Canada)
Jikiden Reiki Dai Shihan
Mari is a full-time Reiki practitioner and has offered Reiki treatment at her home studio on a daily basis since 2005. She is a mother of three, originally from Nagasaki, Japan, and resides in Chilliwack, BC, Canada. She is the organizer of the Jikiden Reiki Vancouver seminars, and a translator for the Halifax seminars with Tadao Yamaguchi sensei.
Initially, she started to practice Reiki to be able to help her daughter’s severe Eczema. Using Reiki as a home remedy in her daily routine and continuing to learn Jikiden Reiki with Tadao Yamaguchi sensei, she realized Reiki isn’t just about health and wellness, but also has deep roots in her Japanese culture, much like in Sado (tea ceremony), Kado (flower arrangement), Shodo(calligraphy), Budo(martial art), Kabuki & Noh(stage art) and other Japanese traditional arts.
At this Congress, she will be sharing her thoughts on how Japanese common customs and culture are reflected in Jikiden Reiki to help her fellow Jikiden Reiki friends understand the reason why we practice the way we do.
Mari is a full-time Reiki practitioner and has offered Reiki treatment at her home studio on a daily basis since 2005. She is a mother of three, originally from Nagasaki, Japan, and resides in Chilliwack, BC, Canada. She is the organizer of the Jikiden Reiki Vancouver seminars, and a translator for the Halifax seminars with Tadao Yamaguchi sensei.
Initially, she started to practice Reiki to be able to help her daughter’s severe Eczema. Using Reiki as a home remedy in her daily routine and continuing to learn Jikiden Reiki with Tadao Yamaguchi sensei, she realized Reiki isn’t just about health and wellness, but also has deep roots in her Japanese culture, much like in Sado (tea ceremony), Kado (flower arrangement), Shodo(calligraphy), Budo(martial art), Kabuki & Noh(stage art) and other Japanese traditional arts.
At this Congress, she will be sharing her thoughts on how Japanese common customs and culture are reflected in Jikiden Reiki to help her fellow Jikiden Reiki friends understand the reason why we practice the way we do.
Video Speakers (Japan)
Hiroko Arakawa (staff), Kumiko Ito (Shihan), Noriko Kamiosako (Shihan)
Hiroko Arakawa (left)
The staff member who has worked for the Jikiden Reiki Institute the longest (from its establishment). She has been writing the Japanese certificates with a calligraphy brush ever since Jikiden Reiki started to be taught in public. It was about 30 years ago when she joined as a new employee for Tadao sensei’s self-employed printing job called "Shinyudou". She has been with Yamaguchis for a long time since then and experienced many joys and sorrows with them. The Yamaguchi family had a close relationship with her in both the work environment and private, and Chiyoko sensei trusted her as if a real daughter. She has a trusting relationship with Tadao sensei, and continues to support Jikiden Reiki in behind the scenes.
Kumiko Ito (center)
Jikiden Reiki Shihan. She met Tadao sensei through her involvement in volunteer activities for global environmental problems. She was introduced to Reiki and learned Jikiden Reiki from Chiyoko sensei. She is one of the few people who knows the beginning of the Jikiden Reiki Kenkyukai. She used to work for Jikiden Reiki as a staff member in Kyoto at the time of establishment. At present, she lives in Yamagata Prefecture, and participates in seminars in the Tohoku seminar every time as a staff member.
Noriko Kamiosako (right)
She suffered from a major illness and was introduced to Chiyoko Sensei by an acquaintance. She started to receive Reiki sessions from Chiyoko Sensei. After that, she studied with Chiyoko Sensei. She remembers the very concentrated private time she spent with Chiyoko sensei. She continues to participate in trial sessions and treatment sessions in Kyoto, and shares her own experiences through Reiki.
For the congress, we have selected three video speakers. Hiroko Arakawa, Kumiko Ito, Noriko Kamiosako. Common to all three of them is that they knew Chiyoko Sensei very well, and it was obvious to us that they have continued to support Jikiden Reiki right from the beginning of its establishment.
Three of them have their own unique stories with Chiyoko sensei which have become very valuable now. Whether you knew Chiyoko sensei or not, we are sure that you will enjoy hearing not only about Chiyoko sensei’s Reiki related stories, but also the stories that can show Chiyoko’s personality and her way of life. These stories let us learn even more that would help fulfill the theme of the Congress "Being close to Chiyoko’s spirit".
Hiroko Arakawa (left)
The staff member who has worked for the Jikiden Reiki Institute the longest (from its establishment). She has been writing the Japanese certificates with a calligraphy brush ever since Jikiden Reiki started to be taught in public. It was about 30 years ago when she joined as a new employee for Tadao sensei’s self-employed printing job called "Shinyudou". She has been with Yamaguchis for a long time since then and experienced many joys and sorrows with them. The Yamaguchi family had a close relationship with her in both the work environment and private, and Chiyoko sensei trusted her as if a real daughter. She has a trusting relationship with Tadao sensei, and continues to support Jikiden Reiki in behind the scenes.
Kumiko Ito (center)
Jikiden Reiki Shihan. She met Tadao sensei through her involvement in volunteer activities for global environmental problems. She was introduced to Reiki and learned Jikiden Reiki from Chiyoko sensei. She is one of the few people who knows the beginning of the Jikiden Reiki Kenkyukai. She used to work for Jikiden Reiki as a staff member in Kyoto at the time of establishment. At present, she lives in Yamagata Prefecture, and participates in seminars in the Tohoku seminar every time as a staff member.
Noriko Kamiosako (right)
She suffered from a major illness and was introduced to Chiyoko Sensei by an acquaintance. She started to receive Reiki sessions from Chiyoko Sensei. After that, she studied with Chiyoko Sensei. She remembers the very concentrated private time she spent with Chiyoko sensei. She continues to participate in trial sessions and treatment sessions in Kyoto, and shares her own experiences through Reiki.
For the congress, we have selected three video speakers. Hiroko Arakawa, Kumiko Ito, Noriko Kamiosako. Common to all three of them is that they knew Chiyoko Sensei very well, and it was obvious to us that they have continued to support Jikiden Reiki right from the beginning of its establishment.
Three of them have their own unique stories with Chiyoko sensei which have become very valuable now. Whether you knew Chiyoko sensei or not, we are sure that you will enjoy hearing not only about Chiyoko sensei’s Reiki related stories, but also the stories that can show Chiyoko’s personality and her way of life. These stories let us learn even more that would help fulfill the theme of the Congress "Being close to Chiyoko’s spirit".
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