Which statement BEST describes the Japanese attitudes towards religion in the First Millennia CE?

Coming from China, Buddhism conflicted with Japanese values and culture.

Both Shinto and Buddhism were practiced widely, often by the same

people.

Shinto was followed mainly by the elite, while peasants flocked to

Buddhism.

Buddhism was practiced only in the west where missionaries from China

had settled.

Both Shinto and Buddhism were practiced widely, often by the same people.

Explanation:

Around 6th century when religion of Buddhism came into Japan territory during the assimilation of Japanese cultures and traditions. There were less or no disparity or conflicts between Buddhism and Shinto which is actual religion of the Japanese.

Interestingly, both religion were practiced widely by the same people in Japan for many centuries.

It was until 19th century, the two religion were separated officially, however, before that time, there was fusion of both religions in terms of symbol and practice.

Both Shinto and Buddhism were practiced widely, often by the same people.