Imperial-way Zen: Ichikawa Hakugen's Critique and Lingering Questions for Buddhist Ethics

During the first half of the twentieth century, Zen Buddhist leaders contributed actively to Japanese imperialism, giving rise to 'Imperial-Way Zen' (Kodo Zen). Its foremost critic was priest, professor, and activist Ichikawa Hakugen (1902-1986). This book outlines Ichikawa's critique. In also details the actions and ideology of Imperial-Way Zen.