Zen in the War Zone

This book provides a comprehensive history of Zen Buddhism’s involvement in Japanese militarism during World War II. It explores the contradictory nature of a supposedly peaceful religion supporting war efforts. The book draws on the writings and speeches of prominent Zen masters and scholars to shed light on this little-known aspect of Zen Buddhism. Published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers in 2006, the paperback edition consists of 304 pages and is written in English. The book weighs 481 grams and has dimensions of 15.24 x 1.98 x 22.86 cm. It is an insightful and informative resource for those interested in understanding the role of Zen Buddhism in Japanese militarism.