Shinto

  • Published on : 03/12/2021
  • by : C.W.
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A myriad of beliefs, countless deities

The original religion of Japan is Shinto, worshiping the forces of nature. Meaning the way of God, Shinto has animistic and shamanistic beliefs that are based on respect for kami.

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