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Cultural Astronomy of the Japanese Archipelago

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Goto examines the significance of constellations in the daily life of farmers, fishermen, sailors, priests and the ruling classes throughout Japan's ancient and medieval history. He discusses the importance of astronomy in official rituals, mythology, and Shinto and Buddhist ceremonies, providing an overview of cultural astronomy in Japan.

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Cultural Astronomy of the Japanese Archipelago, Akira Goto

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2022
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