Activity Fields
Religion
Concept
The International Culture and Education Charity Foundation upholds the compassion, tolerance, and harmony inherent in religion and integrates these values into modern society. Its goal is to promote spiritual stability among individuals and advance the development of cultural heritage and international exchange.
Through religious and cultural activities, we respect and integrate diverse cultures and values, providing a solid foundation for the collaborative construction of the future. In doing so, we contribute to the realization of a peaceful and sustainable society.
Main Activities
Religious Education and
Practice Support
- Provide educational courses for monks and followers
- Offer courses in meditation, mindfulness, and Buddhist philosophy
- Collaborate with religious institutions globally to assist in obtaining monk qualifications
Religious Culture
- Preservation of religious heritage (temples, Buddha statues, scriptures)
- Transmission of religious rituals and pilgrimage culture
- Establish educational centers that integrate religion and art
International Exchange
- Organize interfaith dialogue forums and cultural exchange activities
- Promote international religious exchange through pilgrimage
- Collaborate with religious organizations worldwide on charitable activities
Previous Activities
Promoting the Establishment of Taiwan’s Thirty-Three Avalokiteshvara Pilgrimage
The concept of the Thirty-Three Avalokiteshvara Pilgrimage originates from Japan, which has three major Avalokiteshvara pilgrimage routes: the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage, the Bando Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage, and the Chichibu Thirty-Four Kannon Pilgrimage, collectively known as the historic “Hundred Kannon Pilgrimage.” These pilgrimage routes have long attracted countless devotees and visitors, not only as an important part of religious activities but also as a symbol of cultural heritage. By visiting these sacred sites, devotees can attain spiritual peace and blessings while deepening their understanding and experience of Avalokiteshvara’s compassionate spirit.
Encouraged by the Hundred Kannon Pilgrimage in Japan, and with the support of various interested parties, we successfully established Taiwan’s Thirty-Three Avalokiteshvara Pilgrimage by integrating thirty-three temples in 2023.
Promoting the Thirty-Three Avalokiteshvara Pilgrimage Culture
Organize Taiwan-Japan Thirty-Three Avalokiteshvara Cultural Exchange Press Conferences
Host pilgrimage ceremonies for the Thirty-Three Avalokiteshvara in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and other countries
Plan pilgrimages to sacred sites such as the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Temples and the Hundred Kannon Pilgrimage in Japan
Strengthening Connections with Domestic and International Organizations
Participate in the Taiwan Linkou International Buddhist Offering Conference
Attend Southeast Asia Religious Conferences
Sponsor the artwork of Mr. Kyoho Oto, the artist of "Hundred Kannon in Tokyo" exhibition
Support activities of monk musicians
Host Master Hai Tao's Dharma teachings
Charitable Donations and Offering Buddha Statues
Offer Buddha statues to temples
Donate Mazu's sacred garments
Donate pandemic prevention supplies to temples
Support free medical services at Bodhgaya Indian Mountain Japanese Temple
Future Plans
Training of Pilgrimage Guides
In cooperation with temples, we train international guides familiar with the history, culture, and Buddhist rituals of the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage and the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Temples.
Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Education
We integrate physical, mental, and spiritual cultivation into the pilgrimage, helping participants achieve inner balance and growth throughout the journey.
Planning Pilgrimage Tours
In collaboration with travel agencies, we plan pilgrimage tours for global Buddhist practitioners to promote the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage and the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Temples pilgrimage.
Thirty-Three Avalokiteshvara Pilgrimage Ceremonies in Various Countries
Pilgrimage ceremonies are held in Indonesia, India, Singapore, Japan, Malaysia, and Hong Kong, among other locations.
Religious Activities at Shinnenji Temple
Held annually in spring, summer, autumn, and winter, including memorial services and the establishment of memorial tablets to honor war casualties.
Assisting in Publishing Works by the High Priest of Mount Koya
Promoting the translation and publication of books related to Mount Koya Shingon Buddhism, and advocating for the spread of Japanese Esoteric Buddhist culture.
Expanding Public Welfare Activities
Strengthening international support in the fields of healthcare, education, and welfare
In the future, we will continue to transmit religious values to more people through the development of pilgrimage culture, the practice of spiritual cultivation, and the promotion of international religious exchange.