Explains Pure Land Buddhism, a development in medieval Japan. Includes link to other forms of the religion as they relate to Japanese history.

Traces the origins of Buddhism in Japan and provides an outline of the religions of the country.

Follows the spread of Buddhism from India through China and to Japan. Details the flourishing of this new religion under Prince Shotoku.

Offers Dharma teaching for the Westerners in Japan. Find out the class schedule.

Access the interactive map and take a virtual tour of Mt Hiei and the associated temple. View a calendar of events.

Kyoto-based organization promotes Shin Buddhism throughout the world. Find the activities, publications, news, and biographies.

Profiles the appearance and development of the religion in Japan. Includes many links to religion as it relates to historical developments.

Read this account of the appearance of Buddhism in Japan. Link to Mahayana Buddhism in the first century.

Find a list of Soto Zen temples, schools and teaching centers. Defines Zen practice and scriptures.

Discover this school of Mahayana Buddhism named after Mount Tiantai in China, but which had the most influence in Japan. Find Shinto links.

Buddhist Pure Land Denomination offers a newsletter, definition of terms and recital instructions.