Category Archives: Shinto

On Sumo | すもう

Posted on December 13, 2010 by

You could say that Sumo is “Japanese Wrestling.” But this would only be right if wrestling involved a Catholic Mass and the pretext that the cage match was to entertain Jesus. The Sumo Ceremony Like much of Japanese life, Sumo … Continue reading →

Posted in Shinto, Tradition | 4 Comments

On Taking a Bath in Japan | お風呂

Posted on October 29, 2010 by

If you are hot, or cold, go soak in a tub. Sitting in a cold bath with a 2 liter of Polcari Sweat after days of suits, airports and 92-degree humidity is euphoric. Now, the cicadas are all dead, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Shinto, Shrines | 6 Comments