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What is the other name for Shingon Buddhism?

  • Japanese Vajrayana Buddhism

  • Japanese Zen Buddhism

  • Japanese Pure Land Buddhism

  • Japanese Jodo Buddhism

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The answer is **Japanese Vajrayana Buddhism**. Shingon Buddhism is a major school of Vajrayana Buddhism that originated in Japan. It emphasizes the use of rituals, mudras, and mantras to attain enlightenment. Shingon Buddhism incorporates many elements of traditional Japanese culture, such as Shinto and Taoism, and places great importance on the mystical aspects of religious practice.
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