Blessed Petrus Onizuka Sadayu
Also known as: Peter Onizuko
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
November 1
Died
November 1, 1
Beatified
7 May 1867 by Pope Blessed Pius IX
Biography
Blessed Petrus Onizuka Sadayu, also known as Peter Onizuko, was a convert to Christianity and a devout practitioner of the faith in Japan during a time of severe persecution against Catholicism. Born in Arima, Japan, his life was marked by his deep commitment to his newfound belief in Christ.