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Kumano: The Practice of Shugendo

Shugendo is a uniquely Japanese spiritual tradition known for its grueling ascetic practices. We explore its origins in the heavily forested mountains of Kumano, and learn about practitioners.
Aired: Jul 11, 2024 Genre: Documentary TalkCasts: Peter Barakan Emma HowardDuration: 28m Rating: 0 Country: Japan Production: NHK, NHK Educational