A peer-reviewed journal specializing in the publication of research on the study of Japanese religions. The journal aims for a multidisciplinary approach to the study of religion in Japan, and submissions are welcomed from scholars in all fields of the humanities and social sciences.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
8
weeks to review
Fast · median is 15 wks
Q2
SJR Rank
Top 50% in field
General Information
Country / RegionJapan
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published1981
Annual Volume~ 15 articles / year
StatusActive
Total Publications1,540
Publisher OrgNanzan Institute for Religion and Culture
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Religious StudiesQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Religion
Scopus Categories
Religious Studies
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Japanese History and CultureChinese history and philosophyReligious Studies and Spiritual PracticesReligion and Society InteractionsIndian and Buddhist Studies