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"Shinto" is not so much a religion as it is an ancient way of life. A deep respect for beings (past and present) and all things in our environment. No organized religion or church or for that matter any type of worship. Just a sacred belief in each other and in our ancestors, our natural world and logical steps (hence - The Way") of interaction between all those beings and things. It is reflected in Japanese life and Japanese rituals ie; Obon Festival, which is like the American holidays of the 4th of July and Memorial day all in one.
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∙ 7y agoHard to estimate, because most people who believe in Shinto in Japan, are also Buddhists.
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∙ 10y agoBetween 2-5 million believe in Shintoism. Shinto originated in Japan. This is were most shinto followers live.
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Where Shintoists pray?
At shrines.
Do shintoists have a holiday?
they are very big on NEW YEAR
Do Shintoists have any important holidays or ceremonies?
yes they do
What do Shintoists think of the Buddha?
Shintoism as a religion does not have a position on the Buddha. Most Shintoists today also consider themselves Buddhists and hold the Buddha's teachings in high regard.
Japan Do Shintoists have any holidays or ceremonies?
They do have Ceremonies and holidays.
What do you call someone whos religion is Shinto?
They are called Shintoists.
Where are Shintoists found?
In japan but very rarely leave the country of origin
What do Shintoists believe about the afterlife?
shintoists believe that when they die they eventually become one with the spirits and in turn, with nature to which all things return. shintoists believe that when they die they eventually become one with the spirits and in turn, with nature to which all things return. shintoists believe that when they die they eventually become one with the spirits and in turn, with nature to which all things return. shintoists believe that when they die they eventually become one with the spirits and in turn, with nature to which all things return. shintoists believe that when they die they eventually become one with the spirits and in turn, with nature to which all things return.
How are monotheism and polytheism different?
Monotheists (like Christians, Muslims and Jews) believe in one god. Polytheists (like Hindus, Shintoists, and Shamanists) believe in many gods.
Where do Shintoists worship?
In shinto shrines. They can also have small family shrines at their homes where they can pray too.
What did the Japanese believe in most?
The Japanese were predominantly Buddhists and Shintoists. However, around the 16th century Spanish and Portuguese Jesuits began spreading Christianity in Japan, and many people converted to it.
Do shintoists have to pray at shrines?
The shrines are where the shino gods (kami) live, so you can pray wherever you like but that's where they're going to hear you.
