Peter Chordas speaking at the Japan America Society of Hiroshima

Japan America Society – Speech
“Hiroshima and Human Survival”

“In this world gripped by natural disasters and conflict, people come to Hiroshima from every nation seeking answers on how to rebuild and persevere. We have a responsibility to warn the world of the catastrophe ahead, and to shine our light on a better path. We owe it to the victims who came before, and to the future generations who will inherit what we create today.”

Children's Peace Monument

Japan Times – Article
“60 years after Sadako Sasaki’s death, the story behind Hiroshima’s paper cranes is still unfolding”

“They called us the ‘ragged class,’” recalls Tomiko Kawano of her sixth-grade group at Noboricho Elementary School in Hiroshima. “Half our class had lost family in the atomic bombing or were survivors themselves.”

Kibitsu Jinja

Setouchi Reflection Trip – Article
“Kibitsu-jinja Shrine – Interview with a Demon”

“When asked what foods the gods like best, Uenishi replies thoughtfully. “We make food for the Kamisama every day, but we don’t really know what foods gods like. So we cook what we think tastes great — that’s the best hospitality for a god.” The continuation of this ancient ritual is one of the reasons Kibitsu-jinja Shrine maintains its traditional kitchen. That, and the severed demon’s head buried under the stove.”