Japanese religions are an interesting topics, being so rich in variations and local traditions; I know, I already discussed this topic plenty, but honestly I think I didn't quite give you a proper introduction...
Talking about Japanese folklore facts, I can't but share with you my experience at the Mt. Osore, and the tradition connected to the spirits of the dead. If you remember when we talked about...
If we talk about Japanese traditions, itako are symbols of the popular, folk-religion; they have loose ties with institutional centers and established sects or schools. However, among the older generation there were some mythological...
Back to Japanese religions and popular traditions, with my second meeting with this young shaman. I could met Matsuda san a second time in the summer 2014, the 31st July after the Osorezan Taisai;...
You know by now I am in love with Japanese religions and I've been talking about itako for quite a lot... I would like to share with you the experience I had with Matsuda...
So so proud to announce that we are going to screen our documentary at the MAO - Museo d'Arte Orientale, in Turin. The screening will take place thursday 23 February 2017, at 6 pm, inside one...
When we left for Japan in the Summer 2012, we only knew we were going to meet a blind who speaks with the dead. An itako. A documentary about shamans, death and better life She is...
Back to Japanese traditions and religions fact! After the first meeting with Nakamura-san, I knew I had to meet more itako in order to have a better understanding of their activity, their life and...