shinto
/ˈʃɪnˌtoʊ/
noun
- The traditional religion of Japan, which involves worship of kami (spirits or gods) found in nature, ancestors, and sacred places.
- Shinto is one of the oldest religions in Japan, with many shrines dedicated to nature spirits.
- The festival included a Shinto ceremony to bless the new harvest.
- Many Japanese people practice both Shinto and Buddhism in their daily lives.
adjective
- Relating to the Shinto religion or its practices.
- The Shinto shrine was surrounded by ancient trees and a peaceful garden.
- The Shinto priest performed a purification ritual before the event.
- She wore a traditional Shinto wedding dress for the ceremony.