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Shinto: The Heart of Japanese Spirituality

March 25, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

Shinto

The word Shinto is a Japanese language as it is often referred to as “the way of the gods,” is the indigenous spiritual tradition of Japan Rooted in ancient customs, rituals, and a profound respect for nature. One of the major things is that Shintoism has shaped Japanese culture and even identity for centuries now.  Unlike many other world faiths, has no formal texts or a … [Read more...] about Shinto: The Heart of Japanese Spirituality

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