Stuff They Don't Want You To Know cover image

The Terrifying Tale of Aum Shinrikyo, Chapter One: The Rise of a Cult Leader

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

00:00

Exploring the Landscape of New Religions in Japan

This chapter explores the vast array of new religions in Japan, noting that out of 200,000 registered, only about 2,000 hold significant influence. It emphasizes the engagement of 10 to 20 percent of Japanese nationals with these faiths and advocates for tolerance of diverse beliefs in contemporary society.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app