Japanese folk tradition and ritual, with no founder or single sacred scripture, is popularly known as
A
Taoism
B
Zoroastrianism
C
Shintoism
D
Paganism
Correct Answer: Shintoism
Shintoism is the ethnic religion of Japan that focuses on ritual practiced by nearly 80% of population. Shinto means 'Way of the Gods'. It is the traditional and ancient religion of Japan, without a founder or sacred scriptures, which regards all natural things as having their own spirituality. It reveres kami, the indigenous folk deities of Japan – spirits present in animals, plants, and even stones and waterfalls.