The Eight Million Divinities of Kyoto: Introduction to Japanese Religions

6 credits · Undergraduate

Are there really "eight million divinities of Kyoto?" What is the difference between antemple and a shrine? What is a matsuri? Do Japanese people really believe in kaminand Buddhas? How many religions are there in Japan? How much money is there innJapanese religions? What do members of Japanese new religions believe? DonJapanese religions share features in common with other traditions you may know?nIf you take this class, we will explore the answers to these questions together in thenmost fun way possible - by stepping out into one of the most beautiful cities onnearth to find the answers.