In a solemn and joyful celebration, Cardinal Tarcisio Isao Kikuchi, SVD, Archbishop of Tokyo and President of Caritas Internationalis, officially took possession of his Titular Church of San Giovanni Leonardi in Rome on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
As thousands of young pilgrims continue to gather in Rome for the Jubilee of Youth, a special Mass for Caritas staff and volunteers was held on July 30 at the historic Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere.
Following the passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, Cardinal Isao Kikuchi, SVD, Archbishop of Tokyo, shared a heartfelt tribute recalling the Holy Father’s impact on the global Church and his personal encounters with the pope.
As Christians around the globe celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord, Isao Cardinal Kikuchi, SVD, Archbishop of Tokyo, delivered a stirring Easter message, calling on the faithful to reject selfishness and despair and become builders of hope in a wounded world.
The Asian Catholic church should be self-reliant and do its share in the mission of the worldwide church, said Archbishop Tarcisio Isao Kikuchi, SVD, of Tokyo.
In a heartfelt message following the announcement of his appointment as Cardinal, Archbishop Tarcisio Isao Kikuchi, S.V.D., of Tokyo expressed his deep humility and surprise at the news, calling on the faithful for their continued prayers.
