Uncovering the Hidden History of Women in Reiki

Join Robyn and Colleen Benelli along with special guest Su Mach'ado as they explore the vital and often

overlooked history of women in Reiki. Discover the courageous stories of pioneering figures like Chie

Hayashi, Chiyoko Yamaguchi, and Kimiko Koyama, who kept the practice alive through war and cultural

shifts. This conversation highlights the profound impact women have had on shaping the global Reiki

community we know today. Our conversation features the amazing book "Women in Reiki" by Silke

Kleemann and Amanda Jayne.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

● Discover the untold history of Chie Hayashi and her courage in keeping her husband's Reiki

organization alive during World War II.

● Explore the legacy of Chiyoko Yamaguchi and how her family-centered practice helped shape the

Jikiden Reiki lineage.

● Chiyo Sugano and Katsue Komatsu, members of the Yamaguchi family Reiki network in Daishoji,