Discuss one type of religious specialist in Japanese popular culture. Examples might include the biwa hōshi (master of the doctrines, who plays the biwa), yamabushi, or other religious itinerants. Use examples from our primary sources to analyze the role(s) and practices of this specialist in society.

Discuss one type of religious specialist in Japanese popular culture. Examples might include the biwa hōshi (master of the doctrines, who plays the biwa), yamabushi, or other religious itinerants. Use examples from our primary sources to analyze the role(s) and practices of this specialist in society.

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