from war to wa

finding harmony
between us


「和」そのものである元始の私たちを思い出そう。
「輪」になって世界中で平和を織りなそう。
「我」も人も同一に愛し合おう。

in a world fraught with domination, uncertainty, and escalating conflict, let us remember that we are by nature harmony “WA 和” itself. Let us interweave with each other to form a circle “WA 輪” and create a harmonious world alliance between us. let us create a circle of harmony by embracing each other's egos “WA 我” and communities without arrogance.

imagine forming a world alliance without arrogance


"歴史は繰り返されます。

私たちは最初の人間でも、最後の人間でもありません。繰り返される歴史の語り部です。
ヘーゲルやコジェーヴによれば、最初の人間は傲慢でした。自己を証明して他者から承認されるために、人々は争っていました。
ニーチェやフランシス・フクヤマによれば、最後の人間は退廃しています。自由と平等が達成された世界で人々は争うことをやめますが、代わりに自己の変革や歴史を創造する力を失っています。
私たちはそのどちらでもありません。自己証明や承認のために争うことなく、平和のために自己を変革して歴史を創造する力が私たちにはまだ残されています。
歴史は終わることなく、繰り返されます。
人類が対立と統合の歴史を繰り返し、唯一にして普遍の価値観を共有することで平和に至るという物語は、幻想なのかもしれません。
私たちは我こそが普遍的真理に到達していると傲慢に争うことなく、輪になってお互いの意図を織りなすことで、平和を見出すことができるかもしれません。
思い出しましょう。
元始、私たちは実に和そのものでありました。"

"History moves in cycles. We are neither the first nor the last of humanity, but we are its storytellers.

Hegel and Kojève remind us that the first humans were driven by arrogance—a need to prove themselves and win the recognition of others. Nietzsche and Francis Fukuyama show us that the so-called last humans, having achieved freedom, equality, and material comfort, lose their spark—the will to transform themselves or create history.

Yet, we stand here, capable of something greater. We are not bound to the illusions of struggle, nor must we surrender to decadence. We still hold the power to transform ourselves, not for dominance or recognition, but for peace.

History does not end; it repeats. The idea that we can reach peace through confrontation and integration—through forcing humanity into a single universal value—is an illusion. Instead, we may find peace by weaving our intentions together, not as adversaries but as collaborators, forming a circle without arrogance: a world alliance without arrogance.

Let us remember: in the beginning, we were already harmony itself."

Masaki Sugimoto, Source of the Second International Summit of Summits

introducing the second international

summit of summits


a three day open space summit from the evening of 26 to 29 September 2025 in Awaji, Japan, for leaders of established communities, designed to strengthen and activate civil society as an intelligent force for peace and prosperity

exploring the theme via open space

rather than a traditional summit or conference with designated speakers and an agenda organized in advance, we will explore the theme of lasting peace and prosperity using open space technology

strengthening our voices

by respecting and interweaving the unique contribution and voices of each of our communities in ways a spirit of communion emerges that values lasting peace and prosperity over war

staying at zenbo seinei on awaji island

we will meet, sleep and eat at a zen retreat facility on awaji island, which is said to be the first island in Japanese mythology which a male god and a female goddess created in communion.
nearest international airport is Kansai Airport, 90 minutes by car.

participating by invitation only

participation of this first international summit of summits is by invitation only and will be limited to 27 leaders of established networks and communities (14 from japan, 13 from outside japan).

innovative pricing model to explore harmony

this year, we are introducing an innovative pricing model as an experiment to explore harmony: the participation fee of ¥250,000 only covers expenses for venue, food and accommodation, and does not include planning, operating, or compensation for the organizing team. in fact, members of the organizing team are paying exactly the same fee as you to participate. 

so, how does this innovative pricing model work? glad you asked! on the last day of the summit, we will all reflect on the value of this work for peace, and play a version of charlie davies' 'happy money game' where we will explore how money can be used to further peace. during this enlightening process, you may choose to contribute more money to anyone on the organizing team or at the summit or nothing beyond the initial fee. for reference, the fee for last year's summit of summits was more than ¥400,000.

optional pre and / or post tour

harmony with nature


the second summit experience extends far beyond the summit itself, offering you the rare opportunity to immerse deeply in Japan’s sacred and cultural heart.

pre-tour (sept 24–26): discover the junkan village run by yuko and shiro yoshihara and the creation myths of Japan on awaji island, visiting sites like iwato shrine, heaven’s lock gate, and a chi-inspired micro-bio rice farm.
post-tour (Sept 30–Oct 2): travel to the enchanted eden-like island of yakushima — home to ancient cedar forests, mist-covered mountains, and the timeless beauty of a shinto eden.

join the journey
towards lasting peace & prosperity


pre-summit Tour
okayama and awaji

visit a village and an island where you can feel the flow of life before joining the summit from 23-26 sept

visit regenerative rice paddies to feel the flow of life in japan
discover traditional japanese beliefs
includes food + accommodation for 4 days and nights in traditional onsen ryokan

add ¥220,000

summit of summits
awaji

join the second summit of summits from 26-29 sept

access to summit
catalyze the movement
contribute via open space
3 nights in zenbo seinei, awaji
includes food + accommodation for 3 days and nights

¥275,000*

post-summit tour
yakushima

visit an eden-like ancient island with a magnificent natural heritage from  29 sept - 2 oct

discover the magnificent natural heritage of Yakushima
enjoy activities in nature
includes food + accommodation for 3 days and nights in traditional onsen ryokan

add ¥440,000

please note: all prices are provided in yen to reduce exchange rate risk. They include a 10% sales tax.

*on the last day of the summit, we will invite you to join us to reflect on the value of this work for peace, and play a version of charlie davies' 'happy money game' where we will explore how money can be used to further peace. during this enlightening process, you may choose to contribute more money or nothing beyond the initial fee. for reference, the fee for last year's summit of summits was more than ¥400,000 and the organizing team did not pay. this only applies to the summit itself rather than the pre or post tours.

by invitation only


this journey isn’t for everyone. it is for leaders of well-established networks and communities who:

1. through the values they stand for have no difficulty in moving others and attracting whatever resources and funds are needed for the long term. ideally also understanding that in so doing they help to shift the present fear and conflict ethos of decision-making in our money systems, to one of love and peace.

2. understand that this call here is not an opportunity for advancing a particular project to the exclusion of others, or in the spirit of a ‘heroic self sacrifice’. rather a contribution to the greater good by openness to both giving and receiving to the point where it’s impossible to tell the difference.

everyone has a role to play


exploring the theme using harrison owen's open space technology encourages self-managed groups, distributed leadership, diversity and gives everyone a voice. it is based on four principles and the law of 2 feet: if at any time you find yourself in any situation where you are neither learning nor contributing – use you two feet and move to some place more to your liking

whoever comes is the right people

we believe getting something done is not a matter of having 100,000 people and the president, the prime minister or defence secretary in the room. the fundamental requirement is people who care to do something, and by showing up, that essential care is demonstrated

whatever happens is the only thing that could have

we focus on the here and now, and eliminate all of the could-have-beens, should-have-beens or might-have-beens

whenever it starts is the right time

we know inspired performance and genuine creativity rarely, if ever, pay attention to the clock. they happen (or not) when they happen

when it’s over it’s over

put simply, we don’t waste time. we do what you have to do, and when its done, we move on to something more useful

staying at zenbo


nestled into awaji island’s natural beauty, zenbo seinei zen wellness retreat has been thoughtfully designed to facilitate both quiet reflection and meaningful dialogue. with twin rooms that encourage connection, communal dining with zenbocuisine (natural plant-based meals), and breathtaking views of japan’s sacred landscapes, your stay at zenbo will realign your mind, body, and spirit.

staying in twin rooms

to encourage interaction, participants will be sharing twin rooms

eating together

all food will be provided including snacks from dinner on 25 September to lunch on 28 September

healthy food

enjoy healthy food without oil, dairy, flour or animal products

introducing the team and participants


alexander inchbald
source of the ongoing series

the visionary behind the #masterpiece movement, an author and mystical artist, has been exploring and experimenting with how we create in communion with mother nature and each other 

masaki sugimoto
source of the second summit

a management consultant specializing in leadership, organization, and career development. He has served on the boards of five companies in Japan and the US and also lectures at universities. As a yoga therapist, he contributes to the physical and mental health of businesspeople. He loves literature and reptiles.

keiko taneoka
source of fun

the president of two consulting companies covering HR and product development, PR and sales strategies. Her work also encompasses corporate advertising photography and promotional material production. keiko's vision is to transform society from a "win-win" to a "happy-happy" state, actively gathering "Genkidama" (a term implying positive energy or vitality) from across Japan.

peter koenig
summit ambassador

following his role as the source of the first summit of summits in hakone, the authority and source of moneywork and sourcework is acting as a roving ambassaor to interweave our communities together for lasting peace and prosperity for all

kaichi sugiyama

creator of the solar system space-time map "helio compass". he lives in shizuoka city and is a father of six children. he is a researcher in various fields, including astronomy, agriculture, and education and is a member of the japanese calendar society.

yuki sakai 

operating saihate, a next-generation eco-village that has become legendary as a “cutting-edge community” combining eco-village and creativity. established the non-profit corporation tada no hakoniwa to create a “world where money disappears.” won the grand prize at the 2022 social issue resolution project awards selected by borderless japan.

takashi nomura

operates a 100-year-old traditional Japanese house on awaji island and engage in activities as a base for exchange, considering human activities related to agriculture, food, spirituality, education, and tradition.

yuko yoshihara

source of the junkan community — where life itself interweaves — in japan and brighton, uk. after working on long-term growth strategy at kansai electric power and as a custom-made high-heel shoemaker, co-founded nol inc. supervised and translated "30 lies about money" by peter koenig, the originator of the source principle and moneywork.

shiro yoshihara

practicing junkan organizing in a junkan field where life itself interweaves. co-founder of nol inc. supervised and translated "30 lies about money" by peter koenig, the originator of the source principle and moneywork. author of the japanese edition of "teal organizations in practice," with a focus on practical implementation.

yuki imamura

using “regenerative” as a keyword, he is promoting a global regeneration project in yakushima, working with diverse people across corporate, organizational, and individual boundaries in the ‘watershed’ field, where water flows from the forest to the sea. in 2025, he will launch “watershed school,” a field for learning and practice that shifts value from “economic power to life force".

stéphane robert

french entrepreneur ; software integrator and publisher; one of the leaders of foi pour entreprendre (faith for entrepreneurship); active member of reseau evh and peter koenig community; friend of japan

virginie macé

doctoral researcher in progress and dei/csr leader, integrating personal healing and spiritual growth to elevate organizational consciousness and foster cultural harmony.

tamami ushiki

tamami has became the public liaison bridge between japan and other countries specialising personal and business development. her passion has been helping entrepreneurs and done so for almost 20 years.

kako dubs

french with japanese roots, weaving systemic transformation with inner growth, co-founder of waas, active in cec, changenow, climate house, and dreaming of an ecovillage in brittany.

makoto suzuki

i represent my company localdoor. we provide interactive organizational development to companies and government agencies.

masato tahai

masato tahara is a digital facilitator integrating physics, ai, and education to design participatory systems and support changemakers through dialogue and co-creative learning.

ossun shin

ossun is a 3rd genration korean, professional coach (PCC/CPCC/ORSCC/gallup), entrepreneur and company worker, passionate about unlocking life's full potential for sustainable and effortless living.

yuya takahashi

musician, facilitator, retreat organizer. has been holding nvc retreats since 2012. launched japan's first online subscription course for nvc in 2019. has released two cd albums and six singles to date

shinya nishio

https://fashion-stylist.co.jp/

mikio shishido

co-founder of zen2.0, consultant in leadership and team building. merges science and spirituality. based in kamakura to share japan's spiritual culture. a passionate sailor and lover of the sea.

yuko takahashi


tsukaguchi naoya

a landscape architect and facilitator based in hyogo who values dialogue to deeply acknowledge and accept the self, including the ego. tsukaguchi believes this is the path that reveals harmony and the wisdom of teams and organizations. he supports essential transformation and dialogue that also harnesses the power of conflict and denial

毛満勝彦

働いてくれるスタッフさんたちの人生が豊かになる会社を目指しています。

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finding harmony between us

in a world fraught with domination, uncertainty, and escalating conflict, let us remember that we are by nature harmony “WA 和” itself.

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