The correct answer is:
D. It includes worship of nature spirits.
Shinto is characterized by the worship of Kami, which are spirits associated with natural elements, ancestors, and various aspects of the world. The other statements are not accurate:
A. While Shinto is a major religion in Japan, it is not officially designated as the official religion of Japan. B. Shinto does not share sacred texts with Hinduism; it has its own traditions and practices without a single authoritative scripture like the Vedas in Hinduism. C. Shinto remains an important part of Japanese culture and identity.