Resumen:

Understanding Shinto: Origins*Beliefs*Practices*Festivals*Spirits*Sacred Places : To know Japan, one must know Shinto - the country's indigenous religion. Using superb color images of rituals, ceremonies, and sacred architecture, as well as sacred texts, Understanding Shinto offers a fascinating glimpse into this unique culture. It explores the religion's symbolism, impact on daily life, and philosophical concepts - including the importance of the group over the individual.