Compendium of Shingon teachings, key figures and the history of esoteric Buddhism in Japan. Features an introduction to the Mandara worlds.

Read a history of Shingon Buddhism, a major Japanese school of esoteric Buddhism also known as True Word Buddhism.

Features articles on the origin and history of the Buzandivision of the Shingon sect of Japanese Buddhism. Includes priesthood details.

Access a biography of Kobo Daishi, the founder of Shingon Buddhism. Includes a profile of his childhood, education and teaching efforts.