S7·E16 Japanophiles: Gyoei Saile
Synopsis
Kohfukuji, a World Heritage Site, is a prominent Buddhist temple in Nara, western Japan. One of its priests is Gyoei Saile, from Germany. In a Japanophiles interview, he tells Peter Barakan how his interest in Buddhism developed, and we learn about the extremely difficult exam he had to pass in order to become eligible to assume the abbacy of Kohfukuji. Saile also takes us through his daily routine, and offers thoughts on the role that Buddhism can play in contemporary Japan.
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When did Season 7 Episode 16 of Japanology Plus air?
Season 7, Episode 16 ('Japanophiles: Gyoei Saile') originally aired on October 13, 2020.
How long is Season 7 Episode 16 ('Japanophiles: Gyoei Saile')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 28 minutes.
What happens in Japanology Plus Season 7 Episode 16?
Kohfukuji, a World Heritage Site, is a prominent Buddhist temple in Nara, western Japan. One of its priests is Gyoei Saile, from Germany. In a Japanophiles interview, he tells Peter Barakan how his interest in Buddhism developed, and we learn about the extremely difficult exam he had to pass in orde...
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