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Science of Enlightenment
サイエンス・オブ・エンライトメント
Founded1972
FounderKeiko Aikawa (Yogmata)
TypeSpiritual organization / Religious corporation
Location
ProductsMeditation courses, Seminars (Darshan), Books, Media content
ServicesYoga instruction, Meditation training, Retreats
Key people
Keiko Aikawa (Chairperson)
Websitewww.science.ne.jp

Science of Enlightenment (サイエンス・オブ・エンライトメント (Saiensu obu Enraitomento)) is a Japanese wellness organization, publishing house, and spiritual education group headquartered in Tokyo. It was founded by the Himalayan Siddha master Keiko Aikawa (known as Yogmata).

The organization serves as the primary body for disseminating "Himalayan Siddha Meditation" and manages the global activities of its founder, including public lectures, meditation retreats, and humanitarian projects under the "World Peace Campaign."[1]

While its roots lie in yoga instruction starting in the 1970s, the organization has evolved into a comprehensive entity that combines spiritual education with international social contribution activities, cooperating with governments and the United Nations on various initiatives.[2]

History

The origins of the Science of Enlightenment date back to 1972, when Keiko Aikawa established the "Aikawa Keiko Comprehensive Yoga Health Association" in Japan. In its early years, the organization focused on promoting physical and mental health through Hatha Yoga, operating classes in over 50 locations across Japan, including major culture centers and department stores such as Mitsukoshi and Isetan.[3]

Following the founder's rigorous ascetic training and her meeting with Himalayan masters in the 1980s, the organization underwent a transformation. It shifted its focus from physical yoga to a more holistic system of spiritual growth and meditation.

Currently, the organization operates as "Science of Enlightenment," structuring the 5,000-year-old Himalayan teachings into a modern curriculum accessible to the general public. It manages the production of related media, organizes large-scale events (Darshans), and coordinates charitable activities in India and Nepal.

Methodology and Programs

The core service provided by the Science of Enlightenment is a systematized curriculum known as Himalayan Siddha Meditation. The organization claims this method allows modern individuals to attain stress relief, mental clarity, and spiritual enlightenment without the need for ascetic mountain seclusion.

Key programs include:

  • Diksha (Initiation): A ceremony where energy is transferred from the master to the student, a traditional practice in Himalayan esotericism.
  • Basic to Advanced Meditation Courses: Step-by-step training in various meditation techniques, spanning from introductory mindfulness to advanced Samadhi practices.
  • Retreats and Gasshuku: Intensive training camps held in Japan and occasionally in the Himalayas, designed to accelerate spiritual growth.
  • Online Education: In response to global demand, the organization has expanded its digital presence, offering webinars and remote blessing events.

Publishing and Media

Science of Enlightenment functions as a content production entity, managing the intellectual property of its founder.

  • Books: The organization has coordinated the publication of over 50 books in Japanese and English, with cumulative sales exceeding 1 million copies. Publishers include major Japanese firms such as Kodansha, Kadokawa Corporation, and PHP Institute.
  • Radio Production: The organization produces the weekly radio program "Keiko Aikawa's Message for Happiness" (error: {{nihongo}}: Japanese or romaji text required (help)), which has been broadcasting on TBS Radio since April 2017.[4]
  • Digital Media: It operates a YouTube channel and social media platforms to distribute teachings globally.

Social Contribution (World Peace Campaign)

A significant portion of the organization's mission is dedicated to philanthropy, described as the World Peace Campaign. These activities are often conducted in partnership with the Yogmata Foundation, a related NPO established in India in 1988.

Humanitarian Aid in India and Nepal

The Science of Enlightenment funds and manages various charitable projects:

  • Medical Support: Donation of "Mobile Hospitals" (ambulances equipped with medical supplies) to remote villages in India lacking medical infrastructure.
  • Education: Financial support for schools and universities to ensure educational opportunities for underprivileged children.
  • Disaster Relief: Providing food, clothing, and medicine during natural disasters, such as earthquakes in Nepal and floods in India.
  • Public Health: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization donated funds to the PM CARES Fund in India (Prime Minister's Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund).[5]

Promoting Peace at the United Nations

The organization has gained international recognition for its advocacy of peace through yoga and consciousness transformation.

  • UN Events: The organization facilitated Keiko Aikawa's participation as a keynote speaker and meditation guide at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Notable events include "Yoga for the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals" (June 2016) and the "International Conference on Yoga and Peace" (October 2016).[2]
  • International Day of Yoga: In June 2023, the organization was represented at the UN celebration led by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which set a Guinness World Record for the most nationalities in a yoga session.

International Recognition

Through the activities managed by the Science of Enlightenment, the founder and the organization have received various accolades:

  • World Peace Mentor: Awarded at the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (Dadasaheb Phalke Film Foundation Awards) in Mumbai, 2019, recognizing the organization's contribution to global peace awareness.
  • Guest of Honor: The organization is frequently invited by the governments of India and Nepal to state-level ceremonies, reflecting its strong diplomatic and cultural ties to the region.

Media Coverage

The founder's spiritual journey and teachings have received significant attention from international media. Her experiences and prominent presence at major Hindu festivals have been covered by the BBC,[6] and she was featured in the 2004 documentary film Short Cut to Nirvana.[7]

Furthermore, during her visits to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj (such as the 2025 gathering), her participation as the first foreign female Mahamandaleshwar and her message of global peace were widely broadcast by numerous Indian national and regional television news channels.[8]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Profile" (in Japanese). Science of Enlightenment. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  2. ^ a b "Yoga for the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals". UN Web TV. 2016-06-20. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  3. ^ Keiko Aikawa (2022). Himalaya Daiseija Aikawa Keiko Jiden: Jiai ni Ikiru (in Japanese). Chūō Kōron Shinsha. ISBN 978-4120055041.
  4. ^ "Aikawa Keiko Shiawase e no Message" (in Japanese). TBS Radio. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  5. ^ "Charity Activities". Science of Enlightenment. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  6. ^ "BBC News". Retrieved 2026-03-02.
  7. ^ "Short Cut to Nirvana (2004)". IMDb. Retrieved 2026-03-02.
  8. ^ Indian television coverage of Keiko Aikawa at Maha Kumbh 2025:


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