"Religion, Networking, and Social Issues in Japan: The Case of the Kyōdan Fuchi Kenkyūsho Konwakai." Japanese Religions 35/1-2 (2011): 87-100 (original) (raw)

The article discusses the evolution of interreligious cooperation within the postwar Japanese religious landscape, focusing on the establishment and activities of the Kyōdan Fuchi Kenkyūsho Konwakai in 2002. This forum, consisting of various Japanese religious organizations, aims to address contemporary social issues like bioethics, peace, and social alienation through dialogue and collaboration. Key discussions have revolved around the role of religion in society, with particular attention to how religious beliefs can inform responses to societal challenges.