SHINTO SHRINE (BILINGUAL GUIDE TO JAPAN)

B6/ 128pages

A fully illustrated guide to Shinto shrines.

Written in both English and Japanese.　

This unique handbook provides a basic inroduction to Shinto, the indigenous religion of Japan, including prayer etiquette at shrines, ceremonies conducted for life events from childhood through old age, and famous shrines in Japan. A perfect gift for anyone planning to visit Japan or interested in Japanese culture.

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はじめに　 Introduction

第一章 　神社参拝
Chapter 1　Visiting Jinja

第二章　神職と祈り
Chapter 2　Kannushi and Prayer

第三章　神様と神社
Chapter 3 　Kami and Jinja

第四章　通過儀礼　　　　　
Chapter 4 　Rites of Passage

付録　
用語集　
訪ねてみたい祭り　春　夏　秋　冬
Appendix
Glossary
Matsuri Festivals to Visit