What religions are practiced in Japan?

Japan is a secular state, and freedom of religion is guaranteed by the constitution. According to a 2018 survey by the Japanese government, the largest religious groups in Japan are:

- Shinto (82% of the population)

- Buddhism (68% of the population)

- Christianity (1% of the population)

- Islam (0.1% of the population)

- Other (9% of the population)

Shinto is an indigenous religion of Japan and emphasizes the worship of kami, or spirits. Buddhism was introduced to Japan from China in the 6th century and has since become the second largest religion in the country. Christianity was introduced to Japan by European missionaries in the 16th century, but it has never gained a large following. Islam is a relatively new religion in Japan, and most Japanese Muslims are immigrants from other countries.

Many Japanese people practice a combination of Shinto and Buddhism, and it is not uncommon for people to participate in both Shinto and Buddhist rituals and ceremonies.