Course Details
Country:
Japan
Institution:
Waseda University
Course Title:
Buddhism in Japan 01 2024
Course Number:
210PR41300
Course Description:
In this course we will explore the development of Buddhism in Japan. Founded in India in the fifth century BCE, Buddhism was brought to Japan via China and Korea in the sixth century CE. Due to the influence of local structures and beliefs, Buddhism in Japan acquired some particular features which make it distinct from other forms of Buddhism in East and Southeast Asia. Concretely, in this course we will examine the Buddhist teachings that had been influential in Japan at one time in the past, trace the interaction of Buddhism with other religions such as Shinto during the premodern period, and shed light on the process of its development and transformation into the modern age.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
JAPA 3--
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