Shinnyo Kawai

Shinto priest of Ise Shrine. Inspired by Shinto beliefs about how man should live in harmony with Nature, and deeply concerned about the problems of pollution, Kawai became a priest of Ise Shrine in 1975. With his clear diction and ready wit, he has become a popular speaker in Japan.

Movies Starring Shinnyo Kawai (1)

In Between Mountains and Oceans (2014)

Finding their place between the forest and the sea, the Japanese have always felt awe and gratitude toward Nature. Since ancient times, they have negotiated their own unique relationship with their natural surroundings. Acclaimed photographer Masa-aki Miy ...

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