Shinto is still practiced today, and it is estimated that there are around 4 million Shintoists in Japan.

While most Japanese people do not consider themselves to be Shintoists, many still practice some of the
traditions, such as visiting shrines on special occasions.

-Shinto is one of the two major religions in Japan

-It is a polytheistic religion that worships kami, or gods and goddesses

-Shinto is deeply rooted in the history and culture of Japan

-It is often seen as a way of life, rather than a religion

-Shinto is practised today through ceremonies and rituals at shrines, as well as festivals and other events

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Religion in Japan is not so much about belief as it is about culture and tradition. This is because the
Japanese people have always been more concerned with living in harmony with their environment than
with following a particular set of beliefs.

One of the religions that has played a significant role in Japanese culture is Shinto. Shinto is an
indigenous religion of Japan and was once its state religion. It is a polytheistic religion that revolves
around the worship of kami, or gods and goddesses. There are eight million Shinto shrines in Japan, and
the religion is still practiced today by around four million people.

Shinto has played an important role in Japanese culture throughout history. It has been used to
legitimize the authority of the emperor, and has been used as a tool of nationalism. Today, Shinto is not
as politically important as it once was, but it still plays a significant role in Japanese culture. Many
Japanese people visit Shinto shrines on important occasions, such as the New Year, and some weddings
and funerals are still held according to Shinto traditions.