ASIAN 708

Religion in Modern Japanese Society

Description

The aim of this course is to understand the role of religious beliefs, practices, and institutions in modern Japanese society. Topics to be covered include the “invention” of State Shinto and its role in nation-building, the decline of established temple Buddhism, the emergence and impact of new religious movements, and social conflict related to religion-state issues in the postwar period.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline. 
 
Digital Course Outlines for 2026 will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2026

Not taught in 2026

Lecturer(s)

TBA

Points

ASIAN 708: 15 points