Synopses & Reviews
Japanese Religions, intended as an introductory guide to the religious traditions found in Japan today, together with their historical backgrounds, is also relevant to readers interested in comparative religions, politics, or international affairs.
Table of Contents
Meeting Japanese culture -- Japanese religions: an introduction -- Folk religion -- Shinto -- Buddhism -- The new religions of Japan. Readings from Tenrikyo. Readings from Itto-en. Readings from Soka Gakkai. Readings from Rissho Kosei-kai. Readings from Seicho-no-ie. Readings from Mahikari -- Christianity in Japan -- Religion and politics in Japan.