Pages for learning Japanese about religion and shrines, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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Article exploring the spiritual and religious foundations of Japanese martial arts including judo, kendo, and karate, and their role in moral education and character formation.
Information about degree programs at Kokugakuin University for international students, including faculties in Japanese letters, Shinto studies, law, economics, and tourism.
Article exploring the history, cultural significance, and practical uses of hinoki (Japanese cypress) in Japanese architecture, wellness practices, and spirituality.
Guide to Japanese omamori amulets sold at shrines and temples, explaining their meanings, types, history, and spiritual significance. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese culture and religious practices.
Guide to purchasing souvenirs at Japanese shrines and temples, covering sacred items like omamori charms and practical goods such as daruma dolls and wagashi sweets.
Article about sumo as a sacred ritual in Japan, covering its history, spiritual significance, and ceremonial practices. Written for learners with furigana and bilingual English-Japanese text.
An article explaining the history, meaning, and cultural significance of Japanese Daruma dolls, including their spiritual symbolism, traditional uses, and presence in pop culture.
Explores the 3,000-year history of uchiwa fans from ancient China to modern Japan, covering their cultural significance, artistic evolution during the Edo period, and role in Japanese society.
Guide to sake's role in Japanese tradition, culture, and spirituality, covering its use in religious offerings, social rituals, celebrations, seasonal appreciation, and mythology.
Guide to fifteen Japanese Shinto and imported deities with their domains, main shrines, and mythological stories from the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, useful for travelers and those learning about Japanese culture.
A practical guide to Japanese social customs and etiquette for Tokyo visitors, covering greetings, temples, dining, public transport, and common mistakes tourists should avoid.
Guide to Japanese festivals for foreigners covering major matsuri by season, cultural significance, etiquette, what to wear and eat, and how to find festivals.
Discover Japan's Noh theater — the world's oldest surviving professional theater tradition. The history, the masks, Zeami's philosophy of beauty, the five-play program, and where to watch Noh across Japan.
Guide to Japanese culture and etiquette for foreigners living in or visiting Japan, covering greetings, dining customs, business behavior, public conduct, and social principles that underpin Japanese interactions.
Many people in and out of Japan are convinced that there is no racism in Japan. We spoke with Medama-sensei, the monk of youtube who's shining a light on the dirty, (not so) hidden racism of Japan.
Guide to major types of Japanese yokai with origin stories, meanings, and cultural context. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese folklore and cultural traditions.
Japan in spring is a wonderland of blooming flowers and meticulously maintained gardens that showcase the country's deep...
International organization teaching traditional Japanese martial arts including ninjutsu, jujutsu, iaijutsu, kenjutsu, and shurikenjutsu, with in-person and online training for students of all experience levels.
Guide to Japanese New Year traditions and celebrations including shrine visits, special foods, gift-giving customs, and seasonal greetings. Suitable for learners wanting to understand Japanese cultural practices.
Guide to Japanese culture and traditions covering festivals, tea ceremonies, food customs, etiquette, and daily life practices written for visitors and learners seeking to understand how Japan actually works.
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