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Shintoism

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Shintoism is an indigenous religion of Japan that focuses on the worship of kami, which are spirits or deities believed to reside in natural elements like mountains, rivers, and trees. It emphasizes a deep connection with nature and rituals to honor ancestors.

AP course connection

Topic 9IBcryWg183lUWe3Edtz2: Unit 8 Overview: South, East, and Southeast Asian Art, 300 BCE-1980 CE

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