With the Osaka tournament currently on day 5 of its two-week span, it’s a timely moment to consider the Shinto origins of the sport (there are six tournaments a year). For anyone familiar with the rituals of sumo, the … Read the rest
Category: Japanese culture (Page 12 of 19)
Japan Today ran an article on Japanese characteristics as seen by foreigners, which was notable for being strikingly positive. It helps explain why living and travelling in Japan is such a joy. Everyday interactions are unfailingly polite and pleasant, while … Read the rest
One often comes across Shinto priests speaking out on matters that concern right-wing nationalism. Sadly this is not balanced by the number of Shinto priests who speak out in favour of environmentalism, human rights and universalism.
In the current controversy … Read the rest
The Japanese director of animated films Hayao Miyazaki received an Honorary Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Nov. 8 at a private dinner event. “My wife tells me I’m a very lucky man,” said … Read the rest
One of Green Shinto’s favourite Japanese, Miyazaki Hayao, is to be given an honorary award next year, according to an article in the Japan Times.
The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said … Read the rest
You wouldn’t think litter has much to do with Shinto. Indeed you might suppose a religion based on purity would lead to a culture that is vehemently opposed to littering. And so it seems to the hundreds of thousands … Read the rest
Green Shinto has featured before the writings of naturalist Kevin Short, who combines his research of Japanese flora and fauna with explorations into folklore. In a recent column for the Japan News, which can be accessed here, … Read the rest