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1. Cultural Landscapes

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   Conceptual Foundations and Typologies
   The formalization of the term is often traced to the mid-20th century , though precursors exist in German landscape philosophy dating back to the 1890s . Early scholarship focused heavily on agrarian modification , particularly terracing systems and historical field boundaries . Subsequent development broadened the scope to include [industrial remnants](/en…

2. Shugendō

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   Formalization and the Kumano Tradition
   The definitive structure of Shugendō emerged through the codification of practices centered around major sacred sites, most notably Mount Yoshino (associated with En no Gyōja) and the Kumano region. During the Kamakura period (1185–1333), Shugendō organizations began to establish detailed hierarchies and formalized initiation rituals, often borrowing complex [li…