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Shinto sects and schools


Shinto (神道 shintō?), the folk religion of Japan, developed a diversity of schools and sects, outbranching from the original Koshintō (ancient Shintō) since Buddhism was introduced into Japan in the sixth century.

The main Shinto schools with traditions traceable to early periods, according to authoritative published records are:

"Ancient Shintō". These were the various doctrines and myths of Shintō before the integration of Buddhism elements.

Two main types of Shinto-inspired religion have emerged in modern times: Sect Shinto (kyōha Shintō) and "Shinto-derived new religions" (Shintōkei shinshūkyō). A concise list of these new religions and their founders, according to authoritative sources (see References), is given below:

There may be some Shinto schools and sects, that even having a structure and followers, are not included in authoritative publications. This may be because of their small size and influence, fairly unknown presence or practices, or because those schools are new branches from older schools and still considered within their structure.


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