Essentially, the capturing of water's 'expressions' is what Dr. Emoto did. He developed a technique to photograph newly formed crystals of frozen water samples . A powerful microscope in a very cold room allowed this to be done. Not all water samples crystallise however. Water samples from extremely polluted rivers directly seem to express the 'state' the water is in. Like the river Yodo in Osaka.

Thus far then we can literally see how the state of water varies greatly even though it is the same H2O.Geometric order, in hexagonal form, appears in crystals of frozen water exposed to positive influence. And yet negative influence can be so powerful that crystals do not form at all, as above. Without the images of frozen water samples we would never have known such enormous differences exist. Dr. Emoto diligently continued the research by collecting water samples from literally all over the world. He then exposed them to a great variety of Hado.The result was his landmark book, "The Message from Water" first published in Japanese and English in 1999. It quickly became a much discussed book which clearly demonstrated the fact that Hado affects matter. It was a book telling us something about our selves and our planet, both made largely of water. A second book was soon published by popular demand. Volume 2 of the Message from Water pictured below developed the themes of how art and music, with the Hado of sublime creative force, literally change the molecular expression of H2O.

The success of the book outside Japan has been remarkable. Dr. Emoto has been called to lecture around the world as a result and has conducted live experiments both in Japan and Europe as well as in the US to show how indeed our Hado as humans deeply impacts the environment. The most astonishing example of such an experiment though happened in Japan, where the water quality is deteriorating rapidly. The test 'subject' was a large body of water. It was a lake that literally was stinking.

About the book: The Message from Water
Both volumes of 'The Message from Water' are published bilingually by Hado Kyoiku Sha in Japan and distributed worldwide via direct order from the company. In addition foreign language translations are increasingly available.

145pages, 125 pictures
First issued: June 1, 1999

The Message from Water: Vol.2
Index of The Message from Water-Vol.2

The popular reaction to the first book was so widespread in both Japan and overseas that a second collection of crystal photographs and commentary was published in November 2001. Although in format and size it closely resembles Volume 1 the chapters focus on areas not previously covered.

Chapter 1: Around mum. Maternal issues of birth, raising children and marriage reflected in crystals
Chapter 2: Around dad. The modern busy father and how he relates to the family
Chapter 3: Are electromagnetic waves scary? An amazing look at home appliances' effect on water
Chapter 4: Rain water and earthquakes. Can water foretell earthquakes? See for yourself!
Chapter 5: A concert of water. Classical music, Japanese folks songs and jazz create crystals
Chapter 6: Water is also having fun. Showing images and words to water demonstrates its joy
Chapter 7: The world of wonder. Wisdom, Cosmos and Love in different languages shown to water
Chapter 8: Conveying our feelings to water. Especially interesting is how children are learning this
145 pages
Translated from Japanese by Sonia Aichi
FOREWORD by Masaru Emoto
ISBN 4-939098-04-4

Since "The Message from Water " which was first published in June 1999, a little more than two years have passed and even now, like ripples through water, a quiet movement is spreading towards the seven seas. After the book started out in our native Japan it began spreading mainly via Europe to the world. As the word was passed person to person, before we knew it the book had spread to Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Italy, Holland, the UK and France.

I followed in the wake of this movement and for one and a half years lectured over 50 times in foreign countries. This is still carrying on and so as long as I have time I would like to continue endlessly with this fortunate situation.I have received countless comments of appreciation about this book from readers both abroad and at home. On top of that, there are continual offers to have the book translated into various foreign languages.

Within Japan it is the educational scene, particularly including that of family education which has responded to the book. Moreover, almost all the religious fraternities, as well as the entire alternative medical establishment, showed a tremendous response. This quickly became a strong desire to have the next book of photographs published, and they communicated that desire to me. In these ensuing two years I have applied myself to further research and have sufficient newly accrued data, both in quality and quantity, to be represented in this second collection of photographs.

I am confident therefore, under these circumstances, in providing readers with this collection.To be honest, whilst organizing the first book it was 'kotodama', the spirit of words, based on written letters that I most wished to communicate. However I had grave doubts over how much of a response I would receive. But contrary to expectations, it was precisely that part which elicited the greatest response from each reader, and so, as the author, this was an unsurpassable joy to me. During these few years I have secretly kept in my heart a sense of danger about the future of the planet.The above response has given me a positive energy that wipes out such feelings. Ah... I realized that so many people potentially have the same way of thinking as myself, and so I can strongly feel the HADO (resonating energy) of that potential being rapidly actualised through the photographic collection in this book.

"What is great about this photo collection is that, in spite of the content being shocking, the author doesn't force anything on you. How those reading and looking at the book feel is what is important, and for modern people it is that feeling which is necessary", was the comment I received from one person. Because that is exactly what I had intended, I was relieved that course had worked out after all. For that reason in this second book I have limited myself to expressing what I sensed . How do you, the readers feel about it? It will be a joy greater than my expectations as the author if you, as families, as friends, as neighbouring wives or as work colleagues talk about this book to your hearts' content.Please enjoy and fully feel these beautiful designs from that source of energy we call HADO.

Love Thyself
We are all water - I recomend this
book for you from the bottom of my heart.
From Yoko Ono

This is the crystal exposed to the song "Imagine" by John Lennon. Like the words of this song, it is a beautiful and unique crystal where each individual element grows freely and with perfect harmony..