Horses figure prominently in various Shinto rituals in the ancient capital. 00:53 Steeds exhibiting swiftness and beauty were seen as messengers of the deities.

Unlike Buddhism, Shinto has not been a subject of serious study in the U.S. The lingering association with Japanese ultranationalism during World War II has been a barrier, but Rambelli believes the ...

Purity can be restored through specific Shinto rituals and personal practices that cleanse both body and mind. Water and salt are commonly used as purifying agents, and a haraigushi (see below ...

In Shinto, the importance of the ritual is simply the ritual itself. It's wrong to think that Shinto ritual is important because of the beliefs that lie behind the ceremonies. Taking part in a ...

Shinto is Japan’s indigenous spiritual tradition, but unlike most religions, it has no single founder, sacred text, or strict doctrines. Instead, it revolves around the veneration of Kami ...

Shinto believers gathered in Tokyo, Japan yesterday to participate in the annual cold water endurance ceremony. The ritual is believe to purify the soul and bring good fortune in the new year.

Lisa’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Japan/ Munakata Shrine: Evolving rituals tell the story of Shinto By LISA VOGT/ Special to Asahi Weekly. February 20, 2024 at 07:30 JST. Share ...

Almost weekly Momo Nomura makes time to visit Shinto shrines. She performs the prescribed rituals — cleansing her hands, ringing a bell, bowing and clapping. But her main purpose is getting a ...

Hayao Miyazaki’s films are filled with nature spirits, supernatural beings, and themes of environmental harmony, leading many to believe they are deeply influenced by Shinto, Japan’s ...

From scandals shaking up the entertainment industry to icy New Year rituals at Shinto shrines across the country, we've got it all covered. Timestamps (0:00 - 1:00) INTRO (1:04 - 3:53)… Japan This ...