Simple Guide to Shinto, The Religion of Japan

by Ian Reader, Irene Sanderson (Illustrator)

The book can help you better appreciate Shintoism, Japan's ancient religion of importance of the everyday. Get to know the most important parts of Shinto celebrations and ceremonies; glimpse of Shinto shrines, lives, ordinances, and learn about the relationship between Shintoism, politics, and nationalism.

Genres: Japan, Religion, Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

About the author

Ian Reader is Emeritus Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Manchester, UK.

Reviews

[Ciaran · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty thorough overview of the basics of Shinto and various aspects. As the name suggests, it's simple and won't be any sort of deep dive if that's what you're looking for, but it's a good starting point! Short and sweet, I learned a little bit and that's what I wanted.

[Lenny · Rating 3 out of 5]

Gericht op het sociale en politieke ipv spiritueel/religieuze.