Shintoism is a polytheistic religion, with a pantheon of gods and goddesses who are believed to inhabit the natural world.

The Ise Grand Shrine is the most important Shinto shrine in Japan and is considered to be the home of the sun goddess Amaterasu.

Misogi is a Shinto ritual that involves purifying oneself with water. It is often performed before entering a Shinto shrine or participating in a Shinto ritual.

Kanamara Matsuri is a Shinto festival that celebrates the harvest. It is held annually in Kawasaki, Japan.

Raijin is the Shinto god of thunder. He is often depicted as a red-faced demon with a drum.

Amaterasu is the Shinto goddess of the sun. She is the most important deity in the Shinto pantheon.

Ryujin is the Shinto god of the sea. He is often depicted as a dragon with a human head.

Fujin is the Shinto god of the wind. He is often depicted as a green-faced demon with a bag of wind.

Inari is the Shinto god of rice. He is often depicted as a fox.

Susanoo-no-Mikoto is the Shinto god of blacksmiths. He is also the god of storms and the sea.

Amenohohi is the Shinto god of medicine. He is also the god of childbirth.

Ame-no-Uzume is the Shinto god of music. She is also the goddess of dance and entertainment.

Ebisu is the Shinto god of luck. He is also the god of fishing and commerce.

Hachiman is the Shinto god of war. He is also the god of archery and martial arts.

Benten is the Shinto god of wisdom. She is also the goddess of music, art, and eloquence.