Shinto, the native religious tradition of Japan, is best understood through experience. This book guides you around six Shinto sacred spaces (jinja) in Tokyo (Asakusa Jinja, Yushima Tenmang , Kanda Jinja, Kon'n Hachimang , Shibuya Hikawa Jinja, and Meiji Jing ). It introduces the history and practices of this tradition, drawing on features of each of the locations you visit. A section on appropriate etiquette helps you to act appropriately, and even practise Shinto during your visits. See beyond the buildings, and ...
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Shinto, the native religious tradition of Japan, is best understood through experience. This book guides you around six Shinto sacred spaces (jinja) in Tokyo (Asakusa Jinja, Yushima Tenmang , Kanda Jinja, Kon'n Hachimang , Shibuya Hikawa Jinja, and Meiji Jing ). It introduces the history and practices of this tradition, drawing on features of each of the locations you visit. A section on appropriate etiquette helps you to act appropriately, and even practise Shinto during your visits. See beyond the buildings, and experience Shinto as a living Japanese tradition. David Chart is a naturalised citizen of Japan, and a practitioner of Shinto. He works for Jinja Honch , the largest Shinto organisation, but this book is an independent effort.
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