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Professor Helen Hardacre awarded Order of the Rising Sun decoration

Helen Hardacre, Reischauer Institute Professor of Japanese Religions and Society, was conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon, from the Japanese government. One of the oldest and highest national decorations, this award recognizes her extensive contributions to the development of Japanese studies in the U.S. and the promotion of understanding toward Japanese society and culture.