Religion in Medieval Japan

Buddhism and Shintoism in Medieval Japan

The Japanese Creation Story

As we learned earlier, Buddhism traveled to Japan from Korea.

 But the Japanese people already had their own native religion: 
Shintoism. Although Buddhism became widely adopted, the Japanese people still held on to their Shinto beliefs and practices as well. 

Shinto Gate

1.As you view the two short videos, take notes on the Religion Chart. 

2. Research three additional facts about religion in Japan. 
Shintoism
Buddhism


3. Create a Google drawing that educates your viewer about ONE of the two religions. (Pick either Buddhism or Shintoism.) Be sure to use words and images to show:
Three main beliefs of this religion.
Three main practices of this religion. Remember, a practice is what people DO as part of this religion. 
Two Shrines: holy or sacred places in this religion.