Events tagged with "Allied Occupation"

Historical Events tagged with "Allied Occupation"

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Religion & Philosophy

Abolition of Shinto as State Religion

December 15th, 1945 79 years ago

General Douglas MacArthur issued a directive to abolish Shinto as the state religion of Japan. This decision came as part of the broader reforms during the Allied Occupation following World War II. MacArthur aimed to promote religious freedom and separate religion from the state, further emphasizing democratic ideals. The directive marked a significant change in the cultural and religious landscape of Japan, transitioning it away from the state-supported Shinto to a more pluralistic society.