When Shinto Became a “Religion"

The video explores Shinto as a cultural and religious practice in Japan, highlighting its historical evolution and significance. It discusses the impact of Western influence, the Meiji Restoration, and the formation of State Shinto. The video also examines post-war changes, controversies, and modern implications of Shinto in Japanese politics and society.

What does the scholar Oh no so Co. suggest about Shinto?

How is Shinto described in relation to the Japanese people's way of life?

What are some key moments in Shinto's modern history that have influenced its status as a religion?

What was the impact of the Meiji Restoration on Shinto and Japanese politics?

How did the Japanese government categorize religion during the Meiji period?

What role did State Shinto play in Japan's political landscape during the 20th century?

How did the United States influence the perception of Shinto after World War II?

What controversies surround the Yasukuni Shrine in contemporary Japan?

What are the implications of the separation of church and state in Japan's modern context?

In what ways do the definitions of religion in Japan and the United States differ?