A memorial service for Daisaku Ikeda, honorary president of Soka Gakkai, who passed away last November, was held at a hotel in Tokyo on the 30th. Approximately 2,600 people attended, including representatives from embassies from countries such as the United States and China.
A 36-meter wide and 4-meter high altar decorated with carnations and chrysanthemums was set up at the venue. Those in attendance offered flowers and clasped hands to remember Mr. IkedA.