Shinto (religion related to Japan)

Shinto is Japan’s indigenous religion centered on reverence for kami—spiritual beings or gods associated with natural elements, ancestors, and sacred sites. It emphasizes harmony with nature, rituals, purification, and offerings to maintain good relationships with kami. Shinto rituals are often performed at shrines and are integrated into Japanese cultural practices, festivals, and life events like birth, marriage, and festivals. It lacks a formal dogma or scriptures but fosters a sense of spiritual connection to the environment and community, highlighting respect, tradition, and reverence for the natural and spiritual worlds.