Jan 22, 2015 · The torii gates and practically every temple seen in anime are Shinto temples. “Hatsumode,” the practice of visiting a shrine at the turn of a new year to pray for good luck, is …

Nov 29, 2022 · The enchanting anime Spirited Away is greatly influenced by the Shinto and Buddhist beliefs of Japan. The story takes place in a bathhouse in the spirit realm, where its …

Dec 3, 2017 · I love anime with Shinto themes. Let's see... Aside from the obvious Natsume Yuujinchou, there's Gingitsune, Inari Konkon, Koi Iroha, Kamisama Hajimemashita which are …

The two main Japanese religions are Shinto (an animistic religion similar to (neo-)Paganism in the West) and Buddhism. A lot of anime action takes place in Shinto shrines (jinja) and Buddhist …

Sep 6, 2023 · One of the most recognizable symbols of Shinto that frequently appears in anime and video games is the torii – an imposing, often red gate marking the entrance to a shrine.

Jul 22, 2023 · This stack lists anime that are about buddhism/shintoism or frequently reference at least one of the named religions/philosophies. Some of the listed anime are surprisingly good …

One reason that anime characters are so often shown visiting or praying at a Shinto shrine is that this is an easy way to establish that they are Japanese and proud of it, without invoking …

Jun 9, 2020 · From the countless kami (god) in Shintoism to the yokai (demon) in old legends, there is no lack of creative material to draw inspiration from. We’ve put together a list of 10 …

Oct 14, 2017 · Like festivals held in the god of Nature’s honor, propitiatory rituals made before an important exam, or still spirits you’ve never thought could exist before. You know what? That’s …

Aug 29, 2021 · Although it's operations and architecture are what you would expect of a traditional Japanese temple, in 2009 a non-traditional signboard was installed with anime illustrations of …