Hinokishintai (Hinokishin Corps) event was held by the New York District Young Men’s Association at New York Center from April 26 to 27. Our main hinokishin activity was sanding the entire jodan (stage). On the second day, we had study sessions to practice and learn more about the meanings behind the rituals we perform at the monthly service. After that, we went to the park and played sports together—thankfully, no one got hurt! Overall, it was a really meaningful event and a great chance to catch up and connect with local YMA and OB members, as well as the live-in YMA staff from Japan.