Shinto Shrines in Prewar and Wartime Japan by Hardacre, Helen

Shinto Shrines in Prewar and Wartime Japan

Shinto Shrines in Prewar and Wartime Japan examines the religious and social history of Shinto shrines, focusing...
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Author: Helen Hardacre
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Shinto Shrines in Prewar and Wartime Japan by Hardacre, Helen

Shinto Shrines in Prewar and Wartime Japan

$111.66

Shinto Shrines in Prewar and Wartime Japan

$111.66
Author: Helen Hardacre
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Shinto Shrines in Prewar and Wartime Japan examines the religious and social history of Shinto shrines, focusing on the economic, social, and ideological implications of State Shinto. Helen Hardacre argues that politicians regarded public funding of shrines as crucial for elevating their "dignity" and for curbing progressive thought and activism. Understanding the social and financial dynamics of both major and smaller shrines is key to comprehending State Shinto's broader impact on Japanese society. This study employs a historical analysis using shrine records, personal diaries, contemporary literature, and government documents. It includes case studies contextualizing events at specific shrines within broader social and political change, personal accounts of priests and laypeople, and statistical analysis of funding patterns. Hardacre's comprehensive approach provides valuable insights into the role of religious institutions in politics and ideology. By highlighting the nuanced experiences of smaller shrines, their priests, and associated laypeople, Shinto Shrines in Prewar and Wartime Japan enhances understanding of State Shinto's reach and influence, contributing to broader discussions on the interplay between religion, politics, and society in modern Japanese history.

Author: Helen Hardacre
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Published: 10/21/2025
Pages: 450
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.70lbs
Size: 8.50h x 6.40w x 1.60d
ISBN: 9780674302594

About the Author
Hardacre, Helen: - Helen Hardacre is Reischauer Institute Research Professor of Japanese Religions and Society, Harvard University.Suemoto, Yoko: - Yoko Suemoto is an independent scholar.

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