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New Series Launch: 'Shinran Didn't Say That' by Jodo Shinshu Priest Takashi Uryu Begins on 'ChieumiPLUS'!

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Published Jul 9, 2026 10:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 13, 2026 3:11 PM ・ 6 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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New Series Launch: 'Shinran Didn't Say That' by Jodo Shinshu Priest Takashi Uryu Begins on 'ChieumiPLUS'! — Image: PR TIMES

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Shinran, the founder of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism, is highly revered in Japanese Buddhist circles, yet many modern misconceptions about his teachings persist.
Takashi Uryu, head priest of Genko-ji Temple (Higashi Honganji), will clarify these misunderstandings in a new seven-part series.

Shinran, the founder of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism, is highly revered in Japanese Buddhist circles, yet many modern misconceptions about his teachings persist. Takashi Uryu, head priest of Genko-ji Temple (Higashi Honganji), will clarify these misunderstandings in a new seven-part series.

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Published: Jul 9, 2026

Shinran, the founding figure of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism, is one of the most popular figures in Japanese Buddhism. However, despite his widespread recognition, many aspects of Shinran's teachings remain misunderstood in modern times. What did Shinran truly intend to convey? Takashi Uryu, head priest of Genko-ji Temple of the Higashi Honganji branch of Jodo Shinshu, will explore this question in a new column series. (Seven installments planned)

[Series] Shinran Didn't Say That

Episode 1: Chanting the Nembutsu Will Take You to the Pure Land

https://chieumiplus.com/article/shinran-ittenai-1

[Author Profile]

Takashi Uryu

Born in Tokyo in 1974, dropped out of the University of Electro-Communications. Currently serves as head priest of Genko-ji Temple, Jodo Shinshu Honganji-ha. Notable publications include 'Why Do People Get Drawn to Cults? — From the Frontlines of Deconversion Support' and 'Voices of Active Second-Generation Unification Church Members — Listening to Words from the Other Side of the Wall' (both published by Hozokan), and 'Hell or Pure Land, Which Do You Want to Go To? — The World Where I Am Liberated from Myself' (Sanga Dendo Sosho). He also operates the YouTube channel 'Jodo Shinshu Dharma Talks.'

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What is 'ChieumiPLUS'?

A New Buddhist Media Platform for Deepening Learning and Practice

ChieumiPLUS collaborates with various individuals involved in Buddhism, religion, and faith to share the wisdom of Buddhism from multiple perspectives. Through initiatives such as serialized columns, interviews, contributed essays and opinion pieces, book reviews, events, and video streaming, the platform aims to make Buddhist insights accessible to a broad audience.

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[Origin of the Service Name]

'Chieumi' derives from the Buddhist term 'Ocean of Wisdom' (Jp: Chie no Umi). Inspired by the passage from the 'Buddhāvataṃsaka Sūtra (Kegonkyō) – Chapter on Pure Conduct': 'Go deep into the sutras and become like an ocean of wisdom,' the name expresses the aspiration to create a space overflowing with the Buddha's wisdom—vast and deep like an ocean.

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Images feature the title of the new series "親鸞はそんなこと言ってない" by Takashi Uryu, a historical portrait of a monk, and logos for "ちえうみ PLUS" and "ちえうみ." These visuals support the article's announcement of the new series.

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FAQ

What is the purpose of the new series 'Shinran Didn't Say That'?

To correct modern misconceptions about Shinran's teachings and clearly convey authentic Buddhist wisdom.

Who is writing the series?

Takashi Uryu, head priest of Genko-ji Temple (Higashi Honganji), known for expertise in cult deprogramming.

Where can I read the series?

It's available for free on the Buddhist media site 'ChieumiPLUS' website, planned for seven installments.

What kind of media is 'ChieumiPLUS'?

A Buddhist media platform sharing columns, interviews, and book reviews to deepen learning and practice.

What are Takashi Uryu's major publications?

Includes 'Why People Are Drawn to Cults' and 'Voices of Current Second-Generation Unification Church Members'.

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