The Japanese Teacher of Islam

Tokyo Camii, one of the most beautiful mosques in East Asia. (Photo on the right courtesy of Tokyo Camii.)

A Koran used at Tokyo Camii.

Shimoyama Shigeru during his year-long trip to Africa. (Photo courtesy of Shimoyama Shigeru.)

A view of the “bird nests” built onto the exterior walls of Tokyo Camii, symbolizing that all living creatures are part of God’s creation.

A hexagonal pattern at Tokyo Camii that conveys the concept of “infinity” and “perfection.”

Friday prayers at Tokyo Camii attract a large congregation of worshipers. (Photo courtesy of Tokyo Camii.)