noun
organized religion
Refers to institutionalized religious systems with formal structures, doctrines, and hierarchies, as opposed to personal or folk spirituality.
彼は組織宗教に属していないが、個人的な信仰は持っている。
He doesn't belong to any organized religion, but he has his own personal faith.
組織宗教の影響力は、近年低下していると言われる。
It is said that the influence of organized religion has been declining in recent years.
Compound of 組織 (organization) and 宗教 (religion). A straightforward modern term with no obscure historical derivation.