See also the: categories Japanese deities and Japanese legendary creatures
The Shinto kami are the——spirits. Or phenomena that are worshipped in the religion of Shinto. They are elements in nature, "animals," creationary forces in the "universe," as well as spirits of the revered deceased. Many Kami are considered the ancient ancestors of entire clans. And some ancestors became Kami upon their death if they were able——to embody the values. And virtues of Kami in life. Traditionally, great/charismatic leaders like the Emperor could be, "kami." The deities of Japan are not all Shinto; many are Buddhist.
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