“Reido" was coined by founder Rennon Lee.
The words are character, popularity, and virtue.
The three words are "Reido"
which means to continue to refine and grow,
and " Reido " which means
that there is no end to growth.
Character is a person's personality as expressed in social life, relationships, and behavior.
Popularity refers to the respect and trust that people have for a person.
Virtue refers to a person's excellent character that he/she has acquired through cultivation.
It is not something that can be refined by acquiring information from the Internet, but is nurtured through interpersonal communication.
The following is a description of being refined through contribution and growth.
We will accomplish it properly, carefully, and honestly to the end.
“Reido” is a way to experience contribution and growth using the "BUGAKU" systematized by its founder, Rennon Lee.
Message from the founder, Rennon Lee.
In judo, flower arrangement and tea ceremony, we promote the way to improve one's character through the arts and crafts.
All schools tell people that "Rei is important," but they do not tell people what Rei is or the correct way to do it.
We have established "Reido" to help people understand about Rei.
I hope that you will grasp the Rei, which is at the root of Budo and Geido, and continue to explore the idea that "a sound mind resides in a sound body”.
I want all people to work on "REIDO".
I don't think there is anyone who doesn't need to clean the noise that comes into their bodies in their daily lives.
The kanji "礼" in current use.
The old form of "礼" is "禮".
The "示" on the left side of the kanji for "禮" indicates "worship of a transcendent being" and the "豊" on the right side indicates "an overflowing vessel“.
This is why the kanji came to mean "a ceremony or courtesy for dedication to a transcendent being“.
It can also be read as "showing abundance",so we believe it also means "maximizing the charm that everyone originally has inside".
“Reido" is also a never-ending path to maximize the charm that everyone originally has inside.
There is a continuation to the phrase,
"It begins and ends with Rei“.
It begins and ends with Rei,
No strategy is better than Kokorozashi and gratitude,
No talent is better than the continuation of passion,
We will fulfill our Kokorozashi to harmonize
with gratitude to the whole world.
“Kokorozashi” is the purpose of life, mission, or raison d'etre.
It is also a theme you will pursue for the rest of your life, a noble thought that may not be realized until you pass it on to the next generation.
You will also need the cooperation of those around you, as you will likely not be able to achieve this on your own.
Your own independence and autonomy, harmony with your surroundings, and continuing to act toward your life's purpose, your Kokorozashi.
“It begins and ends with Rei" is an important guideline for you to become a leader who takes action to solve the world's problems.
You can watch a video about “It begins and ends with Rei”.
In martial arts and other forms of training, "Rei" is important to convey respect and gratitude at the beginning and end.
In the larger scheme of things, the same is true for the beginning and end of life. I think the words convey a sense of respect and gratitude.
So what is "Rei"?
There are five virtues preached in Confucianism:
benevolence, justice, courtesy, wisdom, and trust.
Benevolence（Jin）：Compassion for others (mercy)
Justice（Gi）：Do what needs to be done,
not what is greedy.
Courtesy（Rei）：A concrete action that expresses "Jin".
Wisdom（Chi）：Being well-informed about reason.
Trust（Shin）：Be honest.
Confucius tells us that "benevolence" is the highest morality.
The word "benevolence" is also used to describe the act of loving (mercy) as well as the act of "Exercising self-restraint and conforming to the rules of etiquette and formality“.
"Exercising self-restraint and conforming to the rules of etiquette and formality“ conveys the message that "overcoming one's own selfishness and respecting propriety is benevolence," and the first step is "self-reliance and autonomy.
When self-reliance and autonomy become a habit, harmony with one's surroundings is more likely to occur, and as a result, one's "Kokorozashi" will be realized.
We believe "Rei" has this meaning.
In addition, one of the forms of "Rei" is "Kokorozashi-reiho", and it is easy to visualize how far we have come, so we are "learning about ourselves" through the examination.
You can watch a video about what “Rei” means.
There are five virtues preached in Confucianism: benevolence, justice, courtesy, wisdom, and trust.
Benevolence（Jin）：Compassion for others (mercy)
Confucius tells us that "benevolence" is also used to describe the act of loving (mercy) as well as the act of "Exercising self-restraint and conforming to the rules of etiquette and formality“.
What realizes compassion is "Rei".
I believe that the practice of "Rei" is what improves one's character, virtue, and popularity.
“Rei” as a form is a type of “OJIGI”.
There are three major types of “OJIGI”, and we naturally use them in different ways.
| Style of “OJIGI” | Angle of the body | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 揖（Yu） | About 15 degrees | Greetings | Used as a greeting throughout the day. |
| 禮（Rei） | About 30～45 degrees | Respectful salute | A sign of showing respect to guests or superiors. |
| 拝（Hai） | About 90 degrees | Most respectful salute | The deepest for of the ”OJIGI",used for apologies or to show deep thanks. |
If you examine the history of "OJIGI", you will find that it has been shaped over many years.
It is important for us to receive the thoughts of our ancestors and pass them on to the next generation.
“KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO" was created as a "pattern"
so that people can experience the importance of "Rei".
The ceremony consists of nine major movements,
hand seals, and the addition of a mantra.
Each movement, each hand sign,
and each mantra is imbued with meaning,
It is important to grasp "what lies deep within,"
which is not expressed in form.
In order to master " KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO ", it is necessary to have basic training for correct Rei and Rei-ho from an instructor at an " Certified Practice Session".
We will briefly tell you what the “KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO” is.
The reason for performing “Rei” is for the fulfillment of one's Kokorozashi.
What you can die for if you accomplish is called "Kokorozashi," and fulfilling your " Kokorozashi " is not something you can do alone.
“Rei” is needed to cooperate and harmonize with others.
The term "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO" means "REI-HO" for the fulfillment of "Kokorozashi".
To master "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO",
it is meaningless to memorize only the superficial
"patterns".
In addition, knowing the meaning of a statement
only by its wording does not mean
that you can utilize it.
Instead of being constrained by the mold,
we grasp what is deep inside.
There are things that can only be conveyed in a real setting, so it is necessary to experience the basics of "BUGAKU" in an " Certified Practice Session".
As you continue to experience, you will come to understand, but since the shape of “Rei” differs slightly from person to person, imitating it will not lead to mastery.
In order to master "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO", it is necessary to master the basics.
The fundamentals cover a wide range of areas, so it is necessary to continue practicing.
This page provides an overview of the basics.
The important thing to utilize in daily life is habit formation.
We call the elements necessary for habit formation “The Three Major Habits and the Three University Educations”.
There are important things for you to learn and use in your daily life.
-Acquire through repetition(Acquisition)
-Apply to daily life(Practical use)
Just viewing this page is merely touching knowledge.
It is important to "make it a habit”.
If there is nothing to " Acquisition " or " Practical use," there is no need to "Purchase."
| Purchase | 1% of all | Concepts for actual work will be provided. |
|---|---|---|
| Acquisition | 99% of all | The process is repeated until it is mastered. |
| Practical use | It is applied to life and work. |
| Purchase→Acquisition（Self-learning and self-education） | Habit of “Rei” | We do iterations to acquire them. |
|---|---|---|
| Acquisition→Practical use（Education and co-cultivation） | Habit of “Harmony” | Recognize your own level of understanding through output. |
| Practical use→Purchase（Synergistic Creative Education） | Habit of “Kokorozashi” | Create something new, beyond the level of the purchase. |
A message from Rennon Lee on the Three Major Habits and Three University Education is available at 4:49 minutes.
The steps to fulfill the aspiration to harmonize with Rei are the three major habits and the three university education.
Bringing together each of the paths of “Rei”, “Harmony”, and ”Kokorozashi” will become your own path.
Without the "foundation," there can be no "application.
Let's compare it to building a house.
Without a foundation,
pillars cannot stand and a roof cannot be attached.
The more solid the foundation is,
the larger and taller the house can be built.
The basic parts to master "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO" cover a wide range of areas, so it is necessary to continue practicing.
It is also necessary to have the correct training methods handed down.
The following is an overview of the foundational components of acquiring the "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO" method.
In order to master "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO", it is necessary to learn correct Rei from the instructor in the " Certified Practice Session" and to do basic practice to perform “REI-HO”.
The "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO" is designed to
be used not only at shrines,
but also when worshipping.
It consists of 9 movements and is simple,
so it is It is easy to learn the pattern.
Nine movements, hand seals,
and a mantra are added to the ritual.
Each movement, each hand seal, and each prayer (mantra) is imbued with meaning, and it is important to grasp "what lies deep within“.
In addition, by accumulating the basic part of the practice to master "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO" you will be able to understand what you are doing and what it is for.
The “KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO” consists of nine movements.
The “KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO” consists of nine simple movements that can be used in worship.
Each of the nine movements has its own name and meaning.
It also includes the three types of “OJIGI”: YU,REI, and HAI.
We need to understand "the power of the OJIGI," "the power of the hand seal," and "the power of the word."
It was created with the intention of using non-verbal and verbal declarations to move "Kokorozashi" toward realization.
In order to master "KOKOROZASHI-REI-HO",
it is necessary to learn correct Rei from the instructor
in the " Certified Practice Session"
and to do basic practice to perform “REI-HO”.
Also, it is not something that can be learned (acquired)
once experienced,
-Acquire through repetition(Acquisition)
-Apply to daily life(Practical use)
is necessary and must be an ongoing effort.
At each practice session, we provide instruction according to the level of the participants.
You can find out what level you are at by taking the certification test.
Introduction of "Certified Grandmasters", "Certified Masters", and "Certified Leaders" who are active in various areas.
Here you will find information on training sessions and events held in various locations, as well as reports on our activities to date.
At the certified training sessions, you can experience the basics of ”BUGAKU” and ”KOKOROZASHI-REIHO” from the very basics.
