Confucian values in particular have inspired much of the Japanese ethical code. Summary Specifically Shinto ethics are not based on a set of commandments or laws that tell the faithful how to ...

Hayao Miyazaki’s films are filled with nature spirits, supernatural beings, and themes of environmental harmony, leading many to believe they are deeply influenced by Shinto, Japan’s ...

Drawing on Shinto, sci-fi and traditional Japanese folk, Kuunatic are one of metal's most fascinating new bands ...

Impurity in Shinto refers to anything which separates us from kami, and from musubi, the creative and harmonising power. The things which make us impure are tsumi - pollution or sin.

(RNS) — Kondo describes aspects of her spiritual brand as inspired by Shinto, but the ideal KonMari lifestyle is presented as one in which we adopt and adapt whatever practices 'feel right.' ...

The Tsubaki Grand Shrine of America, the largest Shinto shrine on the U.S. mainland, is hidden away on 25 acres outside Granite Falls. Which, at first, seems a little strange.

Simple Shelter Texas builds a Shinto Temple-inspired sleeping cabin in California made from reclaimed materials.

And the backlash inspired rival cleaning ideologies to crop up in Japan in response, says The Japan Times. You don't have to ascribe to Kondo's beliefs to appreciate her method of organizing.

Kristen Lindseth’s “Sanctuaries for the Spirit” sculptures are inspired by Shinto shrines found throughout Japan and symbolize reverence and awe for the natural world.

Vermont man installs mailbox that stores letters for fathers who've passed away 02:15. Hinesburg, Vermont — Deep inside Geprags Park in Hinesburg, Vermont, there's a mystery. Back in 2011 ...

Abe’s commitment to Japan’s indigenous religion has also led him and his Liberal Democratic Party to pursue a wide range of Shinto-inspired policies—including more openly embracing Japan’s imperial ...