Synopsis

The shrines and temples of Japan are far from uniform; each embodies distinct traditions and presents unique focal points for devotion. Many Japanese people embrace a spiritual perspective that leads them to offer prayers at both sacred sites. This installment of Japanology Plus explores the concept of the divine. Our guest is Daiko Matsuyama, a Kyoto-based priest dedicated to fostering a global understanding of Japanese Buddhism. And in Plus One, we examine avenues for engaging with a renowned