In Japan, the two main religions are Shinto and Buddhism as most Japanese consider themselves Buddhist, Shintoist or both.While religion does not play a significant role in the everyday life of most ...

During other seasons, Japanese flock to Buddhist Bon dances and Shinto-related festivals involving “mikoshi,” or portable shrines. ... There are about 160,000 temples and shrines in Japan, ...

If you choose to sign up for one of the Miyajima Island Guided Tours, they will provide the tickets for you. Note that some ...

TOKYO – 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 ...

During other seasons, Japanese flock to Buddhist Bon dances and Shinto-related festivals involving “mikoshi,” or portable shrines. “In Japan, faith is not considered an important element of ...

Historically, Buddhism arrived in Japan in the 6th century and took root. ... There are about 160,000 temples and shrines in Japan, according to government statistics.