“It is an exhibition dedicated to Buddhist and Shinto art that only the Nara National Museum can offer,” said Yoichi Inoue, the museum’s executive director. “We want to reaffirm our 130 ...

Are Shinto and Buddhism truly separate in Japan—or two parts of the same cultural fabric? This deep dive examines how Buddhist philosophy and Shinto kami worship coevolved over 1,500 years.

Theoretical analysis will be integrated with readings from the sociology and anthropology of religion; treatises associated with Buddhist, Confucian, Shintô ... 47-60) in Kojiki; Japanese Religion, ...

Dr Amanda Foreman discusses how Shinto merged with Buddhism in Japan and makes particular reference to the centrality of women within Shinto beliefs. Not only are women able to take practical ...

During other seasons, Japanese flock to Buddhist Bon dances and Shinto-related festivals involving “mikoshi,” or portable shrines. “In Japan, faith is not considered an important element of ...

Historic capitals in the Kansai region are home to a wealth of national treasures and masterpieces. In Nara, we delve into astonishing Buddhist and Shinto art.