Japanese Religion

JAPANESE-ENGLISH BILINGUAL BOOKS

Author James M. Vardaman(Author） , Sawadagumi(Translater）

Book Features & Author Introduction

What’s the Difference Between Shinto and Buddhism?
Do Japanese People Have Religious Faith?
A Clear and Simple Guide to Everything About Religion in Japan

Many visitors to Japan find themselves intrigued by unfamiliar rituals, shrines, and temples—wondering what they’re seeing and what it all means. This book offers straightforward explanations about the mysteries of Japanese religion, from the fundamental differences between Shinto and Buddhism to whether or not Japanese people are religious.

It covers a wide range of topics that often puzzle foreign tourists: iconic structures like torii gates and komainu guardian statues, as well as sightseeing spots deeply connected to spiritual traditions.

Even for Japanese readers, this book may offer eye-opening insights into things they’ve grown so used to that they no longer question their meaning. With simple yet thoughtful explanations, it sheds new light on the religious culture that shapes everyday life in Japan.

Print Book Price1,650 Yen

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Book Data

Title	Japanese Religion
Author	James M. Vardaman(Author） , Sawadagumi(Translater）
ISBN	9784794600769
Print Book Price	1650 Yen
First Published	April 2011
Number of Pages	300 pages
Book Size	188mm x 113mm
Genre	JAPANESE-ENGLISH BILINGUAL BOOKS