Today’s Japanese Buddhism is vastly different from what the religion once was. A series exploring the history of Buddhism from its beginnings to its present state in Japan.

The exchange between Gandhara and Japan was not limited to religion. It encompassed philosophy, governance, art and science. Buddhist monasteries in Gandhara served as centres of learning ...

There is a vast amount of online information regarding most every aspect of Japanese religion; these sites are a few of the more important academic centers, and include links to a great deal of ...

The indigenous Shintō faith, the introduction of Buddhism, the influence of Christianity, and the rise of new religions after World War II have all shaped the Japanese religious landscape.

Most people know that Pokémon is a Japanese video game, but did you know that many Pokémon designs were influenced by ...

Daisaku Ikeda, who headed Soka Gakkai, a Japanese Buddhist organization ... the teachings and Toda as his mentor. Unlike some religions that emphasize the importance of suffering, Ikeda ...

Buddhism has long been something that people rely on in Japan when they face crises, such as disasters or epidemics. During the current coronavirus pandemic, people are stressed by anxiety ...

The tour will be led by Covell, who lived in Japan for 10 years where he worked as a translator, studied to be a Buddhist priest, and conducted research on contemporary Japanese religions. Covell has ...

Dr Amanda Foreman discusses how Shinto merged with Buddhism in Japan and makes particular reference ... practical roles within the rituals of the religion, but the chief deity within Shinto ...

Wearing the Buddhist-style outfits, the maids engage visitors in discussions about the religion while drinking tea. The idea faced criticism among the public in Japan, with some arguing that the ...

NYUZEN, Toyama Prefecture--Buddhist priest Yoshiyuki Kondo is offering ... and sometimes displayed on bikers’ jackets in Japan. Many mistakenly believe it stresses an individual’s ...