Shinto | Beliefs, Gods, Origins, Symbols, Rituals, & Facts
www.britannica.com › topic › ShintoMar 31, 2023 · The word Shintō, which literally means “the way of kami” (generally sacred or divine power, specifically the various gods or deities), came into use in order to distinguish indigenous Japanese beliefs from Buddhism, which had been introduced into Japan in the 6th century ce.