How can one argue that Shintoism is not a religion?

This article looks at the nature of Shinto and whether or not it is considered to be a religion. read more

So some Westerners who are used to religions using either "innocence/guilt" or "shame/honour" to govern people's behaviour may think it's "not a religion". But it is. read more

Shinto means “Way of the Gods” and is the name of the religion, in original Japanese. Shintoism is an Anglicized noun that means basically the same thing. I say that I practice Shinto or that I am a follower of Shinto. I try to avoid anglicization because while not incorrect, seems redundant. read more

Shinto is a religion in every regard. You can't argue that it isn't a religion because it is. You should argue that Shinto is a lifestyle AS WELL AS a religion, which would make more sense (although you can say that for every religion). read more