The spread of Buddhism: Japan
- Created by: gemshort
- Created on: 29-05-18 19:06
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Buddhism was introduced into Japan in the 6th century CE along with other elements of Chinese civilisation
- Japan had no strong institutions of its own, so there was no opposition to Buddhism
- A Korean ruler sent a deputation to make an alliance with a Japanese ruler, and the delegation of the Japanese ruling class began to follow Buddhism
- This was supported by Prince Shotoku, who is…
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