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    Japanese Religious Committee for World Federation honor monuments for Dec. 7th [Image 13 of 15]

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    A group of Buddhist monks and clergy in traditional robes, along with civilians, are gathered at a WWII memorial monument. The black granite memorial plaque references the Battle of Iwo Jima, mentioning Admiral Chester Nimitz, Marine Divisions, and lists commanding officers including VAdm Raymond A. Spruance and RAdm Richmond Kelly Turner. The ceremony appears to be a religious memorial or peace observance conducted at what is likely the Iwo Jima Memorial.

    MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, KANEOHE BAY, HAWAII, UNITED STATES

    12.07.2018

    Photo by Sgt. Zachary Orr 

    Marine Corps Base Hawaii

    Members of the Japanese Religious Committee for World Federation pray over the Pacific War Memorial during their visit to Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Dec. 7, 2018. The group annually visits the base to offer prayers and respects at the Pacific War Memorial, the Klipper Memorial and the Japanese Lt. Fusata Iida crash site marker. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Zachary Orr)

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    Date Taken: 12.07.2018
    Date Posted: 12.08.2018 18:32
    Photo ID: 4957204
    VIRIN: 181207-M-ZO893-1187
    Resolution: 6720x4480
    Size: 3.11 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, KANEOHE BAY, HAWAII, US
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    A Buddhist religious ceremony is taking place outdoors around a large natural rock enclosed by a chain barrier. A group of monks and laypeople in traditional Buddhist robes of various colors — black, purple, orange, and green — are gathered in a ritual observance. The setting appears to be a memorial or sacred site, likely in East Asia or a Pacific island location, with a green hill and radar dome visible in the background.
    A multi-faith religious ceremony is taking place outdoors around a large stone monument enclosed by a chain barrier. Participants wearing diverse religious vestments — including Buddhist robes, white ceremonial garments, and formal attire — are bowing in reverence toward the stone, which has flowers and offerings placed upon it. The setting appears to be a hillside location, possibly in Hawaii based on the lush green terrain and visible radar dome in the background.
    A group of Buddhist clergy and laypeople are gathered outdoors in what appears to be a memorial or commemorative ceremony. The participants are wearing traditional Buddhist robes of various colors, and a central figure in brown robes stands with hands pressed together in prayer near a stone monument with floral offerings. The setting appears to be in Hawaii, indicated by the palm trees and tropical vegetation.
    A Buddhist monk or priest wearing purple and orange ceremonial robes is placing or arranging a floral wreath at a memorial monument. The stone monument bears engraved names, suggesting this is a commemorative or memorial ceremony. A ribbon reads 'Memory Kamikokplano' and additional offerings including flowers and a small dish with white substance are visible.
    A solemn memorial ceremony is taking place at a granite monument inscribed with 'THEY GAVE THEIR TODAY FOR OUR TOMORROW' at what appears to be U.S. Naval Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. Several individuals in formal attire are paying respects before the monument, which is adorned with multiple floral wreaths. A Buddhist monk in saffron robes stands near the monument while others observe and document the ceremony.
    A group of people are gathered outdoors at what appears to be a memorial or commemorative ceremony near a stone monument or obelisk. Several participants are dressed in traditional white Japanese ceremonial robes (likely Shinto attire), while others wear formal Western business attire. Floral offerings are placed at the base of the monument, suggesting a solemn religious or memorial observance.
    A group of Buddhist monks and lay practitioners are participating in a formal religious ceremony outdoors. The central figure wears elaborate purple and orange robes with circular mon (family crest) patterns, holding prayer beads and a folding fan. Multiple participants are shown in prayer posture with hands pressed together (gassho/anjali mudra).
    Three women dressed in black Buddhist robes are participating in a religious ceremony outdoors, each holding ritual implements including what appear to be shakujo staffs or similar ceremonial objects with decorative tassels. They are wearing name badges and purple kesa (stoles), suggesting this is a formal organized Buddhist event. Additional robed practitioners are visible in the background, including one in brown robes with hands in prayer position.
    A Buddhist religious ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely in Hawaii based on the tropical vegetation and setting. Several Buddhist monks in traditional robes (purple, black, and green) are leading a prayer or memorial service, with laypeople also participating. A young acolyte in green robes is presenting ritual implements including what appears to be an incense burner and offering tray.
    A granite memorial monument bearing the inscription 'THEY GAVE THEIR TODAY FOR OUR TOMORROW' stands on a concrete base surrounded by floral wreaths. An American flag flies at half-staff on a tall flagpole directly behind the monument, suggesting a commemorative ceremony has taken place. The setting appears to be a military installation, likely associated with Pearl Harbor based on the monument's text referencing December 7th.
    A memorial monument with engraved names of individuals is shown with several floral wreaths placed at its base. One wreath bears a handwritten ribbon reading 'In Loving Memory Kamiko Hookano' with a personal note referencing 'the grandpa we have never met but always spoken about.' The setting appears to be an outdoor military or civic memorial, likely in Hawaii based on the tropical foliage and architectural style visible in the background.
    A group of Buddhist monks and clergy in traditional robes gather before a replica of the Iwo Jima Memorial (Marine Corps War Memorial) statue, with an American flag flying above. The ceremony appears to be a commemorative or interfaith memorial observance, with participants dressed in purple, orange, and black traditional Japanese Buddhist vestments. The statue depicts the iconic flag-raising scene from the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II.
    A group of Buddhist monks and clergy in traditional robes, along with civilians, are gathered at a WWII memorial monument. The black granite memorial plaque references the Battle of Iwo Jima, mentioning Admiral Chester Nimitz, Marine Divisions, and lists commanding officers including VAdm Raymond A. Spruance and RAdm Richmond Kelly Turner. The ceremony appears to be a religious memorial or peace observance conducted at what is likely the Iwo Jima Memorial.
    A group of Buddhist monks and clergy in traditional robes are conducting a memorial or ceremonial ritual at a large black reflective monument or wall. The ceremony appears to be a formal religious observance, with one monk holding a ritual implement aloft and another kneeling in a green robe. Floral offerings are placed at the base of the monument, and the participants' reflections are visible in the polished black surface.
    A solemn memorial ceremony is taking place at an outdoor war memorial wall featuring historical photographs and inscriptions, likely related to the Battle of Iwo Jima. A group of attendees, including Buddhist monks in traditional robes and civilians in formal attire, are paying their respects with hands clasped in prayer. A floral wreath has been placed at the base of the memorial wall.

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