Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture
One of the three main research institutes at Nanzan University, the NIRC is a global hub for scholars to engage in discussions on all aspects of religion through conferences, workshops, and lectures. The Institute also produces an array of internationally acclaimed publications on religion and intercultural philosophy.
Japanese Journal of Religious Studies
A peer-reviewed journal specializing in the publication of research on the study of Japanese religions.
Bulletin of the Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture
An English-language journal documenting the annual research activities of the Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture.
News and Announcements
Nishitani Workshop: Second Session
The second session of the Nishitani Workshop will be held on December 1–2. See here for details.
Nihilism and Realism
Paul Ziche and Tobias Bartneck will present at this workshop on December 4th. See here for details.
Buddhism in Ukraine
Join us on December 12th for talks by project researchers Serhii and Mariia Trylis about their experiences as Buddhists in Ukraine. See here for details.
Shohō
Volume 33 of the Shohō is now available. The complete issue and individual articles can be downloaded here.
Nishida Seminar
Enrico Fongaro and Jacynthe Tremblay host the first meeting of the Seminar on the Philosophy of Nishida Kitarō. Contact our staff for details about future meetings.
Submissions
If you are interesting in submitting to the Japanese Journal of Religious Studies, please download the Style Guide.
About the Institute
The Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture was founded in 1976 with the aim of promoting dialogue among religions, philosophies, and cultures East and West.