Small amulets called 'omamori' are sold at most shrines and temples in Japan. What is the meaning of this custom?
Japan has two main religions, Shinto and Buddhism. Although many people claim to have no particular belief, most participate in…
Amaterasu is the incarnate goddess as the Sun that governs the Universe and the main deity of Japanese Shinto. It…
It can be difficult to choose which shrine to visit in Japan because there are so many interesting ones to…
Whether you are in a large city like Tokyo or in a small village in the countryside, a Shinto shrine…
While Japan's first main religion is Shinto, the second main religion is Buddhism. How did Buddhism come to Japan, and…
Shinto has been the main religion in Japan since ancient times, centering on the ideas of Japanese intimacy with nature…
Japan has its own customs surrounding weddings. Learn more about the interesting mix of cultures that makes up Japanese weddings!
Did you ever wonder how Christianity ended up in Japan? And why are church weddings and Christmas so popular in…
A famous reason to visit Shikoku is to do a pilgrimage around 88 Buddhist temples which are scattered all over…