19. Chasing Ghosts – Tangible Discovery
The research of Usui's biography hits dead ends, but a clue from a survivor of his era leads to his burial site, promising an ever more tangible Reiki quest.
Arjava investigates claims that Usui earned a doctorate in Chicago and that he was president at the Dōshisha University – to no avail. These dead ends begin to shake the foundation of accepted Reiki history, leaving Arjava both sceptical and intrigued.
A clue from the extraordinary survivor of the Usui era points to Saihoji Temple as Usui's burial site. Chetna reluctantly helps call similarly named temples in Tokyo. Eventually they hear: "Yes, we have him here." Arjava is ecstatic – after years of rumours and myths, there's finally a physical trace of Usui. This moment marks the start of a deeper, more tangible journey.
Suddenly I see this tall memorial stone with the inscription!