On July 9, Tenrikyo Oceania Centre held a service commemorating its 20th anniversary. The Shinbashira, his wife Harue, and Successor Designate Daisuke Nakayama attended the service.
Brisbane, where the centre is located, is one of Australia’s three biggest cities. It is warm all year round and is filled with tourists.
The Shinbashira then shared his thoughts regarding the significance of the centre and expressed his hope for followers to forge ahead spiritedly for the path in Oceania.
This was followed by a joyous performance of the service. The 160 or so followers who assembled sang to the Mikagura-uta.
At the post-service reception, followers offered songs and dance.
