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This book examines the life, teachings, and practice methods of Honda Chikaatsu (1822-1889), clarifying their origins and discussing their impact and early dissemination, with particular focus on two important early proponents, the Shinto shrine priests Nagasawa Katsutate (1858-1940) and Miyagishima Kinsaku (1873-1921).
Honda’s teachings and practice methods are collectively known as “Spiritual Learning” (Reigaku). Honda touted his Spiritual Learning as constituting nothing less than a revival of authentic ancient Shinto. While this Spiritual Learning bore significant influence from National Learning (Kokugaku), it distinctively featured methods for the purification of the soul, spirit possession, divination, and ritual healing.
Honda’s teachings and practice methods are collectively known as “Spiritual Learning” (Reigaku). Honda touted his Spiritual Learning as constituting nothing less than a revival of authentic ancient Shinto. While this Spiritual Learning bore significant influence from National Learning (Kokugaku), it distinctively featured methods for the purification of the soul, spirit possession, divination, and ritual healing.
Price: $157.00
Publisher: Brill
Imprint: Brill
Series: Numen Book Series
Publication Date:
19 November 2026
ISBN: 9789004766839
Format: Hardcover
Eiko Namiki, Ph.D. (2021), International Christian University, is an Adjunct Instructor at International Christian University and Musashino University. She has published articles and book chapters on Shinto thought and practice in the 19th and early 20th centuries.