Shinto is an ancient Japanese religion that started around 500 BCE or earlier. Which of these is true about the Shinto religion?

A.
It is no longer important to Japanese culture.
B.
It shares sacred texts with Hinduism.
C.
It is the official religion of Japan today.
D.
It includes worship of nature spirits.

1 answer

D. It includes worship of nature spirits.

Shinto is characterized by the veneration of kami, which are spirits or deities associated with various aspects of nature, including mountains, rivers, and trees.