Religion in Japan
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Meiji Jingu: Tokyo’s Sacred Forest Sanctuary
Explore Meiji Jingu, Tokyo’s magnificent forest shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji. Discover Shinto traditions, seasonal gardens, and find spiritual tranquility in the heart of the city.
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Omikuji Fortune Papers in Japan
Omikuji is a fortune paper you find in the Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. On it, you will find a message from the deities and your fortune level. Why don’t you try it when you visit Japan?
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Christianity in Japan | One of Japanese Religions
Did you ever wonder how Christianity ended up in Japan? And why are church weddings and Christmas so popular in Japan while only a small minority of the population is Christian? Let us answer these questions and more!
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Shinto | the Foundation of Japanese Thought
Shinto has been the main religion in Japan since ancient times, centering on the ideas of Japanese intimacy with nature and ancestor worship. Learn the basics of Shinto beliefs!
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Religions unique to Japan
While Japan’s first main religion is Shinto, the second main religion is Buddhism. How did Buddhism come to Japan, and which influence does it have on daily life in Japan?
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Shinto Goddess Amaterasu Omikami who is considered the Creator
Amaterasu is the incarnate goddess as the Sun that governs the Universe and the main deity of Japanese Shinto. It is believed that the royal family of Japan descends directly from this important goddess.
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Japanese Religious Culture with a focus on Shintoism and Buddhism
Japan has two main religions, Shinto and Buddhism. Although many people claim to have no particular belief, most participate in both Shinto and Buddhist customs and rituals.