Gaku Homma, AHAN Nippon Kan Kancho visited Hitohira Saito Jukucho, Dento Iwama Ryu dojo Iwama, Japan for this year’s Tai Sai Ceremony and remembrance at the Aiki Shrine, Iwama, Japan on April 29th, 2016.
Great Earthquake in Nepal April 25th, 2015; Response and Support Documentary (Video)
September 12, 2015
April 25th, 2015 On April 25th, 2015, a devastating earthquake with the magnitude of 7.8 struck Nepal. Over 8500 people died and over 20,000 people were injured. The destruction was catastrophic and many treasured historical sites, temples and shrines were reduced to rubble. Our sincere sympathy to all of the victims of this tragic disaster in Nepal. The Nepal Army …
Homma Kancho Visits Thailand and Vietnam
July 1, 2015
July 1st-6th, 2015 Thailand-Visit to Bilay House AHAN Nippon Kan Supported Facility This visit was Homma Kancho’s second visit to Bilay House this year. The purpose of the visit was to check on the health and welfare of the students living at Bilay House and to check the facility conditions, maintenance concerns and any new projects. Good news to report; …
AHAN Nippon Kan and Domo Restaurant Assistance in Nepal (Video)
May 7, 2015
May 7th, 2015 On May 2nd, 7 Days after the earthquake disaster in Nepal the following supplies were delivered directly to earthquake victims in remote mountain areas by Mr. Homma and AHAN Staff. All supplies were purchased in Thailand and Nepal and delivered directly under the direction of the Nepal Army Rangers: 2500 masks, 400 work gloves, 200 construction rubber …
Devastating Earthquake in Nepal-Homma Kancho Arrives with Aid
May 2, 2015
May 2nd, 2015 On April 25th, 2015 a devastating earthquake hit Nepal. The earthquake caused massive damage and thousands of lives were lost. The Nepal Army Rangers played a major role in search and recovery efforts immediately after the earthquake and continue their tireless efforts to assist their country of Nepal. Gaku Homma, Nippon Kan Kancho has a long standing …
Homma Kancho Attends Memorial Ceremony for Past Great Leaders in Aikido
April 29, 2015
April 29th, 2015 On my way to Nepal after the earthquake in April, I stopped by Japan to buy more needed supplies. Down below revelers party at the shrine at the shrine- up here, a serious ceremony takes place. While in Japan I attended a memorial that was dedicated to honor the past historical leaders of Aikido at the home …
Nippon Kan General Headquarter Staff Visit
March 10, 2015
March 10th -13th, 2015 The airport closure in Nepal after the practice with the Nepal Army Rangers impacted the travel schedule dramatically. Unfortunately our time in Thailand was cut completely but luckily we were able to make it to Japan on schedule. We were able to practice at Dento Ryu Iwama Headquarters with …
19 Hectares of Farm Land for Bilay House
March 9, 2015
March 9th, 2015 This was a visit to remember for the children of Bilay House as Homma Kancho surprised them at school in the village neighboring Bilay House. The children were delighted to see Homma Kancho and Homma Kancho was delighted with the news from Pastor Bilay, Founder of Bilay House. The Bilay House is located outside of the village …
Homma Kancho’s Visit to Cambodia
February 25, 2015
Feb 25th -27th 2015 Homma Kancho spent a couple of days in Cambodia researching refugee support project for AHAN and meeting with local staff. Details to come.
Myanmar-Visit to AHAN Myanmar Learning Center
December 16, 2014
Dec 16th -18th, 2014 It has been a while since Homma Kancho has visited the AHAN Myanmar Learning Center. Many of our students have been accepted into the universities and some have already graduated and found a good job. Many of the children from the Yadanapon Monastery Orphanage have also grown enough to start their high school studies at the …
Thailand-Early Christmas at Bilay House
December 11, 2014
December 11th -16th, 2014 The AHAN Nippon Kan Bilay House is doing well. Our operations are growing, filling everyone with new motivation. The new Bilay House Heritage Center is now complete and after study time, the kids are learning new skills at the heritage center. It is gratifying to see them learn the weaving and bamboo basket crafts that are …
Visit by Homma Kancho
December 5, 2014
Dec 5th -25th, 2014 Four Asian countries on this trip and so many different experiences. On this trip, I visited Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia to research future projects for AHAN. What kind of project will be selected by AHAN is not an easy decision and not an easy process. There are many factors that have to be weighed carefully before …
Thailand and Japan; Fall Visit by Homma Kancho
September 30, 2014
Sept 30th -Oct 9th, 2014 Thailand After the Bilay House Heritage Center opening, Homma Kancho traveled to the Thailand-Myanmar border are for research for future AHAN projects. Japan Domo Japanese Country Foods Restaurant partners with AHAN and supports many AHAN projects with its ongoing “Dine at Domo and Feed the World” campaign. The foods used in Domo’s traditional Japanese country …
Thailand- Homma Kancho Attends Bilay House Heritage Center Grand Opening (Video)
September 30, 2014
Sept 30th, 2014 With AHAN support, the construction of the new Bilay House Heritage Center which began in early summer was completed by September 2014. On September 30th, I was able to attend the opening ceremony for the new Bilay House Heritage Center. My dream for the children of Bilay House was to have a place for them to learn …
Thailand-Vietnam-Bangladesh visit by Homma Kancho
July 13, 2014
June 13th -26th, 2014 Thailand Photo 65 Large cimg 7939 Pastor Bilay before evening prayers at the Bilay House Chapel Quick visit in June to the Bilay House to check on operations; living conditions, food supplies, any health concerns, educational programs and activities. All of the children seem to be doing well; going to school, doing their chores, following the …