The main belief systems in Japan were Shinto, Buddhism and Confucianism.

Shinto is the oldest belief system in Japan and has strong connections to__________________.

____, or sacred spirits are a key aspect of the religion as are sacred places in Japan such as Mt Fuji. When people die, they become ____ and as such families continue to pay their respect to their relatives through worship. This is done at shrines, often in the family home. 

Buddhism has been part of the Japanese belief system since the 6^th century when it was introduced from China. Shinto and Buddhism co-exist. Buddhism focuses on ___________________, behaviour and discipline

One particular sect of Buddhists, Zen, has a particular focus on meditation. This practice was of particular importance to the ______________________ because of the need for discipline and order in their lives.

Confucianism came to Japan in the third century and is named after the philosopher Confucius. Respect for one’s elders, correct relationships, worship of ancestors and the importance of family _________________________ are key principles of Confucianism.