Japanese folk tradition and ritual, with no founder or single sacred scripture, is popularly known as

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.