Since 1935

MOA International’s ethos is based on the philosophy and work of Mokichi Okada (1882-1955), who publicly announced his vision for creating a new civilization in January, 1935. His idea for this new civilization was that it must bring permanent peace and happiness to all human beings all across the world without restricted to certain region or ethnic group. Okada described this civilization in various terms: a harmonious unity of Eastern and Western cultures; a unified agreement between religion and science; and a civilization in which seemingly opposing elements such as old customs and new values find a meeting point and are infused with life. In hope of perpetuating Okada’s vision for the new civilization, MOA was inaugurated in 1980 in Washington D.C. It was named the Mokichi Okada Cultural Services Association in honor of Mr. Okada. MOA’s aim was to undertake cultural enterprises based on Okada’s philosophy. As a means of achieving a “world of beauty” made up of “families filled with beauty,” MOA currently oversees three major enterprises: Okada Purifying Therapy; Natural Food; and the Arts and Culture Operations. We also help to establish and support organizations to facilitate cooperative relationships in the greater society with others who work towards the same goals.