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The torii gate at the entrance of a Shinto shrine

170. Shinto

August 10, 2026 by Jason Nieling in Culture

Long before the arrival of Buddhism, Japan's spiritual traditions revolved around nature, ancestors, and countless kami. Join Jason and Paul as they take a closer look at the history and beliefs of Shinto.

170. Shinto
Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin

Topics Covered:

  • History

  • Kami

  • Purification

  • Rites of Passage

  • Shrines

  • Festivals

  • The Creation Myth

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