Yasunao Nakayama (1964-) is a Japanese religious leader, thinker, and director of the Jomon Energy Research Institute. He is a unique figure who has developed his own view of the universe and interpretation of ancient history after a near-death experience, and who studies cannabis, Prince Shotoku, and spiritual themes. His activities have influenced many people through his lectures, books, and videos.
Biography and Background
Nakayama, originally from Shizuoka Prefecture, describes a near-death experience he had at the age of 13 when he drowned in a pond as a turning point in his life. He claims that this experience gave him memories of 10,000 years of reincarnation in the Pleiades star cluster, Alcyone, and he has since embarked on a deep exploration of the universe and ancient cultures. He established the Jomon Energy Research Institute and is currently researching a wide range of topics, including the cultural and spiritual significance of cannabis, Prince Shotoku, and the folklore of the Hopi people.
In her private life, she has been divorced twice and currently works from her home office with several female staff members. She is expanding her influence in the spiritual community, including participating as a guest in the “Space Union 2025” event scheduled to be held in Yokohama in 2025.
Main research and claims
Nakayama’s work is characterized by a fusion of spiritual perspectives and ancient history. His main research themes are:
- Research on cannabis plants: He has a unique perspective that regards cannabis plants as “living things” and emphasizes their role in the Jomon and indigenous cultures. He explores the spiritual significance of cannabis from the perspectives of natural history and religion.
- Prince Shotoku and the End Times: In his book Prince Shotoku Code: Earth’s Future Record, he quotes Prince Shotoku’s “Future Record” and points out the possibility of humankind becoming extinct after 2030. He says that he witnessed the prince’s final moments and his relationship with Kukai through a near-death experience, and adds his own interpretation to history.
- Space and Native American Culture: Develops a philosophy that combines the Pleiades, Sirius, and Hopi folklore. Discusses concepts such as the Earth’s crisis, the Universal Federation, Agartha, and Shambhala, and considers the future of humanity from a spiritual perspective.
Activities and Communications
Nakayama shares his thoughts through lectures and videos. Below are some of his most notable activities:
- Books: “Prince Shotoku Code: Earth’s Predictions” (250 pages) is a masterpiece that compiles Prince Shotoku’s prophecies and cosmology. It also mentions his connection with Bashar (a spiritual being).
- Videos: In videos published on YouTube and Ameba Blog, he talks about near-death experiences, Prince Shotoku, the Hopi tribe, the truth of the universe, etc. In September 2024, his talk with Ginnosuke Yamano, “Astral Projection and Near-Death Discussion: ‘What happens when you die?'” became a hot topic.
- Event: At the 2025 “Space Union 2025,” there will be lectures on space and spiritual themes.
Evaluation and impact
Nakayama’s views have been supported by those interested in spirituality and ancient history, but are sometimes seen as “heretical” by mainstream historians and scientists. His prophecies about Prince Shotoku and his theory of human extinction in particular have been controversial and criticized by some researchers. Nevertheless, his unique perspective has inspired many people and earned him a unique place in the spiritual community.
Summary
Yasunao Nakayama is a man who develops his own unique philosophy that combines cannabis, Prince Shotoku, and cosmology based on his near-death experience. Through the Jomon Energy Research Institute, he continues to explore ancient culture and spirituality, and his activities are widely disseminated through books, videos, and lectures. If you are interested, please check out “Prince Shotoku Code: Earth’s Predictions” and related videos to experience his unique worldview.