The Japanese Shinto Mindset

Havington post writer margaret dillaway says it's cultural to imbue objects with a sort of dignity. Japanese culture is not monolithic but the expectation to respect where you live and work, and therefore other people, is ingrained into many japanese households that practise shinto traditions treasuring what you have. Even if you don't have the space for shelves of books or can't afford a dresser with enough drawers, make what you have work for you.