Shinto Shrines - A Guide to the Sacred Sites of Japan's Ancient Religion

Of Japan's two great religious traditions, Shinto is far less known and understood in the West. Although there are a number of books that explain the religion and its philosophy, this work is the first in English to focus on sites where Shinto has been practised since the dawn of Japanese history.

About the author

Joseph Cali was born and raised in New York City and graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in painting. He has lived and worked in Japan as a designer, illustrator, writer, and teacher since 1983.

Summary

Of Japan's two great religious traditions, Shinto is far less known and understood in the West. Although there are a number of books that explain the religion and its philosophy, this work is the first in English to focus on sites where Shinto has been practised since the dawn of Japanese history.

Product details

• Authors: Joseph Cali, Joseph/ Dougill Cali, John Dougill
• Assisted by: Geoff Ciotti (Illustration)
• Publisher: University of hawaii press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.11.2012
• EAN: 9780824837136
• ISBN: 978-0-8248-3713-6
• Dimensions: 135 mm x 187 mm x 17 mm
• Subject: Travel > Travel guides > Asia