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I was raised Buddhist and I was tapped on both of my shoulders with a rolled up scroll when I was about three, I forget what the ceremony was called, but the other people getting tapped on there shoulders were a variety of other ages. I later converted to Christianity because it has a way to Heaven (look into it).
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Who is credited with establishing the religion Shinto?
Shinto is not credited to any particular founder.
Is there any recognized text for the Shinto religion?
No there is not.
Why did the Shinto religion start?
Shinto is not based on anybody on any body of religious law. Shinto belief revolves around "Kami" or deities. Kami can be related to natural forces, elements or animals. This all i know.
What is the predominate religion in Japan?
Shinto and Buddhism are Japan's two major religions.
What was the religion of Admiral Yamamoto?
I don't have any sources for this, but i imagine he was Shinto like many other Japanese people of that era. Sorry i cant give you any more info!
What religion do they practice in Japan?
the major two religions in Japan are Shinto and Bhuddism. Shinto is a polytheistic relision origined in Japan, and Bhuddism came through China in CE 593. Many Japanese don't have any specific faith, but it doesn't mean they don't belive in the God.
What do Shinto people eat?
Shinto people eat any type of Japanese food.
Are there any religious restrictions in Shinto?
none, there are no restrictions in Shinto as far as my studies show.
What religion is important in Japan?
The main Japanese religions are Shintoism and Buddhism. Some people are also Jewish, Christian or any other religion they choose.
How is Shinto unique?
Yes Shinto is its own distinct religion. Indigenous to Japan focuses on the the balance of kami or invisible spiritual force. The most recognizable aspect of Shinto is by far the red cross beam arch that marks a shrine.
What are the two main Japanese religions?
Many observe the related beliefs of Shintoism and Buddhism, not particularly one or the other. Some Japanese practice Christianity, and smaller numbers to Hinduism, Jainism, Islam, and Baha'i. As many as half of the Japanese polled in 2008 did not ascribe to any religion.Shinto had been the state religion during World War II but this was abrogated following the US occupation in 1945.
What are Japans 2 major religions?
buddhism and shintoAnswer:This is complicated and depends on what you count as religious affiliation. Many Japanese are "officially" related to a religion because of historic family traditions. On this basis figures that state 84% to 96% of Japanese adhere to Shinto and Buddhism. However when asked directed the majority deny any religious affiliations. 70% of Japanese profess no religious membership and 84% of the Japanese claim no personal religion. Only 15%t reported any formal religious affiliation in a recent census and 64% state that they do not believe in God, and 55% do not believe in Buddha. Some 70% to 80% do not consider themselves believers in any religion.
