In November of 2024, we traveled to Kyoto to see the Tanabata Exhibition and were privileged to take workshops at Ikenobo Headquarters in Kyoto.
We also enjoyed a side trip to see Hiroshima Peace Museum, Miyajima Itsukushima Sgrine, and Iwakuni Kintaikyou Bridge.
Group shot at the Ikenobo Headquaters with Headmaster Sen’ei Ikenobo, Headmaster Designate Senko Ikenobo, and the Professor Manabu Noda
Chohoji Rokkakudo Temple at which Ikenobo headquaters is located
Chohoji Rokkakudo Temple at which Ikenobo headquaters is located
Ikenobo Headquaters
In the classroom
Some of our arrangements at the workshop
Each of us received a certificate of completion at the end of the workshop.
At the group dinner, we presented a gift of appreciation to Jeanne Holy to celebrate her tireless presidency for the last 8 years.
Professor Manabu Noda came to the group dinner in University of Illinois outfit!
Side trip, Miyajima Island