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Modern Japanese Religion Seen From the Process of Globalization
グローバル化から見た近代日本宗教
井上, 順孝
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While the word "globalization" has seen increasing use in a variety of fields, its meaning tends to differ depending on the specific application in which it is used. Nonetheless, in this essay, I suggest that the concept of globalization can shed new light on discussions of the characteristics of modern Japanese religious history. Globalization may be seen as consisting of two factors. The first is that of a scale of diffusion : any phenomenon becoming "globalized" is progressing steadily upward on the scale toward diffusion universally around the globe. The second factor is the principle of a free market system which tends to operate in the process of diffusion. While other patterns might be considered possible, there are three main models of globalization active at present : multi-national, stateless, and network. In any case, the decisive factor promoting the globalization process is the distinctive advancement of information systems. The deepening of interaction between peoples on a world-wide scale and the advancement of overall educational levels can also be noted as important contributing factors. ; In Japan, the globalization process, can be traced back to the period just prior to the Meiji Restoration. Historical, factors promoting the advancement of the globalization process included the following : the rapid influx of Western culture following the Restoration ; the influence of religious policies of the Meiji government ; cultural contact mediated by Japanese emigrants; the free proselytizing activies of religions under the principle of religious freedom effective since World War II ; and the rapid economic growth experienced especially since the 1970s. As a result of these factors, the process of globalization in modern Japan can be characterized by the rapid growth of free competition between the proselytizing activities of differing organizations and the formation of a positive syncretism (neo-syncretism), especially within many new religions.
departmental bulletin paper
東京大学文学部宗教学研究室
1990-03-20
application/pdf
東京大学宗教学年報
7
1
18
02896400
https://repository.dl.itc.u-tokyo.ac.jp/record/30685/files/rel00701.pdf
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