Japan’s two major religions, Shinto and Buddhism, appear to coexist peacefully today—but their shared history is anything but simple. This video traces their complex relationship, from early ...

Why are there Buddhas hidden in some Shinto shrines? Why do temples and shrines often share the same grounds? These sacred spaces have a compelling history. Keep an eye out for common features at ...

Lack of institutional sympathy over the centuries, especially at the elite level, may explain why it entered the modern era with relatively little gas in the tank. A century ago, many reports alleged ...