How to Build "Self-Reliant Shrines and Temples" in an Era of Extinction Crisis. Religion Marketing Magazine "Sakuragi Shrine Edition" Released

THE RELIGION MARKETING, Japan's first industry-specialized magazine for updating the management of shrines and temples, has launched its second special feature interview, an exclusive long interview with Chief Priest Takanashi of Sakuragi Shrine, the oldest shrine in Noda City, Chiba Prefecture.

We will serialize the complete management philosophy and practical knowledge of the Chief Priest, who transformed a shrine with fewer than 300 visitors annually into a leading shrine visited by 300,000 people nationwide over 30 years, starting from the most difficult condition of external succession at the age of 35, in a total of 4 installments.

In addition, to make learning deeper and easier, we have revamped our pricing system to a "1 Series Complete Package (4,950 yen including tax)". Furthermore, we are simultaneously launching a campaign to "release the first episode of both the highly acclaimed inaugural issue "Chofukujuji Temple Edition" and the current "Sakuragi Shrine Edition" for free to members."

Episode 1 Now Streaming for Free

1. The New Challenge of "Economic Independence" in the Religious World

Currently, shrines and temples across Japan are facing a serious "extinction crisis" due to depopulation, financial difficulties caused by the decline in parishioners and temple members, and a shortage of successors.

In this industry, where there is a strong tendency to avoid discussions about money, Chief Priest Takanashi argues that "revenue is a 'trust score' from society and is indispensable for shrines to survive as public institutions."

We will exclusively reveal the full picture of the "management reform" by the Chief Priest, which has led Sakuragi Shrine to become a leading shrine with strong reverence in the region, overcoming the industry's adherence to tradition, in a total of 4 installments.

2. Exploring the "Pains of Change" and Reproducible Practical Knowledge

This interview is not just a success story. It frankly depicts the "pains of change" and the struggles in the process of overcoming old customs and opposition from those around us to build a sustainable economic foundation.

It offers value as a "practical guide" that can be immediately implemented by shrines and temples nationwide, such as the thorough grounds design that makes visitors feel "they want to visit again."

3. New Pricing System Aiming for Maximum Value and "Free First Episode Release"

To enable readers to learn deeply and systematically at their own pace, THE RELIGION MARKETING has been renewed from its previous monthly subscription to a "1 Series Complete Package (4,950 yen including tax)". Delivered as "one complete package" that delves into each case without being bound by update frequency.

Furthermore, aiming to improve the entire industry, the "first episode" of both the Chofukujuji Temple Edition (annual sales of 500 million yen, 2% donation ratio model) and the Sakuragi Shrine Edition will be available in full by simply registering as a free member.

About THE RELIGION MARKETING

Publication Name: Specialized Magazine for Shrine and Temple Management and Marketing "THE RELIGION MARKETING"

Distribution Format: Online Distribution

Subscription Fee: 1 Series / 4,950 yen (including tax)

Launch Date: June 10, 2026

URL: https://the-religion-marketing.com/

About LERITEC Inc.

Company Name: LERITEC Inc.

Representative: Nagayuu Imai

Location: 567-1-201 Komanakaicho, Inage-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture

Establishment Date: April 1, 2026

URL: https://leritec.jp/

LERITEC's mission is to "create the future of shrines and temples for the next 100 years" and it develops businesses such as religion tech (businesses related to DX in the shrine and temple industry).