Japanese Religion Explained: Why Japan Feels “Non-Religious” | 日本人の宗教観とは？

Is Japan really a “non-religious” country? And if so, what do people actually believe?In this episode of 日本語耳 (Nihongomimi), Marie shares her experience in Thailand during a major Buddhist holiday and explores how it led her to reflect on Japanese religion and spirituality. You’ll hear how Buddhism differs between Japan and Thailand, what shapes Japan’s unique “no religion” mindset, and how Shinto, Buddhism, and even Christianity coexist in everyday life.ポッドキャストでは、タイの仏教の祝日「マカブーチャ」をきっかけに、日本人の宗教観についてお話しします。なぜ日本人は「無宗教」と言いながらも、神社やお寺に行くのか。神道・仏教・キリスト教が共存する、日本独特の宗教のあり方について考えます。Listen as if you’re sitting with a Japanese friend, hearing natural, unfiltered Japanese at real speed.Let’s make your ears 日本語耳.You can read the full Japanese transcript here:https://www.marienukaya.com/nihongomimi