That's a good point. I hadn't even thought of it in the Shinto context since xenophobia usually tends to be discussed in a political light rather than a religious one (current disconnects with the Muslim world and western society not withstanding). I think you are correct in your assessment that it may not be outwardly demonstrated all the time, but still the undercurrent is very alive and well probably.
...into the light of a dark black night.
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