Japanese Culture: The Religious And Philosophical Foundations

Japanese Culture: The Religious and Philosophical Foundations takes readers on a thoroughly researched and remarkably readable journey through Japan's cultural history. This much-anticipated sequel to Roger Davies's best-selling The Japanese Mind provides a comprehensive overview of the religion and philosophy of Japan. The book explains the diverse cultural traditions that underlie modern Japan and offers readers insights into Japanese manners and etiquette. It begins with an investigation of the origins of the Japanese, followed by an analysis of scholarly approaches to Japanese culture. Each chapter focuses on one of the formative aspects: Shintoism, Buddhism, Taoism, Zen, Confucianism, and Western influences in the modern era. The book includes extensive endnotes and discussion activities, making it a valuable resource for individual readers and educators interested in Japanese culture.