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Superstition and religion play significant roles in Japanese society and some superstitions seem to overlap with Buddhist beliefs and practices. But be aware that superstition and religion are not the same thing. (See What is superstion?)
Horoscopes based on the zodiac entered Japan from China at about the same time as Buddhism in the mid-6th century. Certain Buddhas became associated with the twelve animals of the zodiac and even today, some temple shops sell good-luck trinkets featuring Buddhist-Zodiac images and use the lunar calendar for festivals.
But keep in mind that superstitions are mere beliefs in the irrational and/or supernatural assumptions. They are not a religious centring on God or deities.