Evil and Sin in Japanese Culture

Author: (Japan) Nakamura Yujiro
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: This book begins by elaborating on the unique characteristics of Japanese culture and exposing the root causes of modern Japanese society's problems. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the fundamental reasons behind the formation, development, and ultimately the sensational "Tokyo Subway Sarin Incident" of the Aum Shinrikyo cult. Through an examination of the concepts of "sin" and "evil" in Japanese shame culture, the author reveals the inevitable connection between the characteristics of Japanese culture, which blends "Buddhism," "Confucianism," and "Taoism," and the emergence of Aum Shinrikyo. He also points out the blind spots in modern Japanese religion and the religious spirit of the Japanese people. This book offers insightful perspectives and sharp arguments, making it valuable for both professional researchers of Japanese culture and general readers interested in it, as it deepens their understanding of Japanese culture.