Eve Dutil

I have been passionate about Japanese history since I was 17 years old with a particular interest in medieval Japanese institutions. My endeavor to study Japanese history has led me to pursue multidisciplinary knowledge culminating in my Bachelor's in History, International Studies, and Japanese Studies at Bishop's University. My dream to become a Japanese history professor has led me to study the Japanese language through various courses and exchange programs. I am now completing my Master's degree in East Asian Studies to further my knowledge in the field and pursue my passion through UofT's excellent program. My Main Research Paper "Of Rituals, Ghosts, and Divine Winds: an Analysis of the Role of Religion and Ritual within the Hōjō Regency" explores the relationship between religion and institutions of power during the Kamakura period, with a focus on how the Hōjō regents perpetuated Minamoto-no-Yoritomo's legacy of relying on religious ritual for legitimacy.