Atheism in Japan
Posted: 11/29/2007
Most Japanese people would self identify as either agnostic or Buddhist. Now, of course the majority of those who would self identify as Buddhist simply mean, “my family is Buddhist so I am Buddhist”, not like they really gave it thought or adhere to the tenets of Buddhism.
The agnostics, however, are in for a shock. Most Japanese, when asked if they believe in God, will say “Wakaranai” (I don’t know). It’s the agnostic position, they don’t know and don’t believe it ca be known.
Recent events change that, however. You are now no longer agnostic, but atheist.
The gods of atheism have decided that, since you are not theist, are are atheist.
Yeah, I know, it sucks, but you’ll get used to it.