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What do Japanese call God?
This article explores the various names and concepts associated with God in Japan, from the most commonly used word for "God" (Kami) to figures from Shintoism, Buddhism, Christianity and other religions. It discusses the beliefs of each religion about God and some popular Japanese names for God. It concludes that there is no one definitive answer to what Japanese call God, but rather an array of names used throughout history by different groups throughout Japan's long history and culture.