Religion in Contemporary Japan
Religion in Contemporary Japan by Ian Reader, published by Palgrave Macmillan on February 22, 1991, offers an insightful examination of the role of religion in modern Japanese society. This 296-page book explores how various religious practices manifest in everyday life, from bustling temples and vibrant festivals to serene Zen meditation halls and personal rituals at home and work.
Readers will find a series of case studies that highlight the dynamic and diverse nature of religion in Japan. The book discusses the ongoing significance of religious practices amidst the backdrop of a rapidly modernizing society, showcasing the energy and color that characterize these traditions. Through its detailed observations, this edition provides a comprehensive look at how religion continues to influence the lives of Japanese people today.
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What role does religion play in contemporary Japanese society and in the lives of Japanese people today? Through a series of case-studies of religion in action – at crowded temples and festivals, in austere Zen meditation halls, at home and work, at dramatic fire rituals – it illustrates the immense variety, energy and colour inherent in Japanese religion while discussing the continued relevance and responses of religion in a rapidly modernising and changing society.
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