Definition
'Shuha Shinto' refers to various sectarian or independent forms of Shinto that emerged in Japan, primarily during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Unlike State Shinto, these groups operated independently of government control. They often focused on specific deities or emphasized particular practices, such as faith healing or mountain worship. Some Shuha Shinto sects incorporated elements from other religions, such as Buddhism or Christianity. These groups provided alternative spiritual paths outside the nationalized Shinto system. Shuha Shinto reflects the diversity and adaptability of religious expression in Japan.